Domestic Pilgrimage of 2027 Seoul World Youth Day Symbols Begins

Pilgrimage Begins in Wonju Diocese on January 21
Touring 15 Dioceses Nationwide
Returning to Seoul in June 2027

The domestic pilgrimage of the cross and the icon of the Virgin Mary, which symbolize the 2027 Seoul World Youth Day (WYD), has begun.

Blessing ceremony for the logo sculpture of the 2027 Seoul World Youth Day held at Myeongdong Cathedral on the 20th. Provided by the Catholic Archdiocese of Seoul

On January 20, Archbishop Chung Soon-taick, Chairperson of the Organizing Committee for the 2027 Seoul World Youth Day, officially launched the pilgrimage of the symbolic items through the "Blessing Ceremony for the World Youth Day Logo Sculpture" held at Myeongdong Cathedral in Seoul.

During the blessing ceremony, the World Youth Day logo sculpture engraved with the names of each diocese across the country was unveiled. Archbishop Chung emphasized that the sculpture will serve as a symbol reminding those preparing for the event of their calling and responsibility, and urged everyone to join forces in preparing for the festival that will welcome young people from around the world.

The logo sculpture, designed by a youth volunteer, was produced using 100% recyclable honeycomb board material to reflect World Youth Day’s commitment to environmental protection and the restoration of the order of creation. The sculpture will be delivered to each diocese and utilized at diocesan events and activities.

The cross and the icon of the Virgin Mary, which are the symbols of World Youth Day, will begin their pilgrimage across 15 dioceses nationwide starting with the Diocese of Wonju on January 21, and are scheduled to return to the Archdiocese of Seoul in June 2027.