ROME (AP) — Pope Leo XIV on Sunday told more than a million Catholic youths at a closing Mass for a weeklong encounter with the next generation of faithful that they are “the sign that a different world is possible” where conflicts can be resolved with dialogue, not weapons.

The Holy Father announces dates for 2027 World Youth Day in South Korea, after encourgaing youth on the last day of their Jubilee.

Pope Leo XIV addressed a massive international gathering of young Catholics, encouraging them to make courageous, good choices during the Vatican's 2025 Holy Year. Amid festivities in Rome, attendees faced logistical challenges but maintained high spirits,