World Youth Day 2027
August 1 - 10, 2027
Seoul, South Korea
Archbishop of Seoul, S. Korea invites you to WYD!
Click Here to Register
Open to High School Youth and Young Adults ages 16 - 39
Next steps to join the journey:
Step 1: Click here to Register
Step 2: Contact your parish WYD representative for more information (Link to contact page)
Theme
"Take Courage! I have overcome the World" ~ John 16:33
This verse, spoken by Jesus to his disciples at the Last Supper, reminds us of the irrevocable truth that despite the challenges of the world, Christ has already conquered fear, sin, and death. It is a call to hope and courage rooted in faith in the resurrection—not a passive optimism, but a bold confidence grounded in the living presence of Christ.
Logo
Utilizing traditional brush script and gracefully combining Hangeul, characterized by its geometric forms, with English, it contains the letters W, Y, and D. This coexistence of Seoul and WYD shows our hope for a harmonious convergence of East and West.
For more information on the symbolism of the logo click here.
Official Prayer for World Youth Day Seoul 2027
Loving Lord of all young people,
we thank you for inviting us into your infinite love and mercy.
Our Father, we entrust ourselves to you.
May young people everywhere be comforted in the embrace of your Church,
and come to share deeply in the joy of communion and unity.
Lord Jesus Christ, you overcome the world, both now and forever.
May all people discover the hope that lies in your call to take courage,
realizing that the cross of love and forgiveness is the true victory over the world.
Oh Holy Spirit, Flame of Love,
by your wonderous hand
you have sown the seeds of faith in Korea.
Kindle the flame of the Korean martyrs’ faith in our hearts,
making us into disciples who live out the gospel of peace, love, and truth.
Lord, we pray that through this pilgrim journey of World Youth Day
we may listen to each other, discern your will,
and become a synodal Church, walking together with all of God’s people. Amen.
○ Our Lady of mercy and peace,
◎ pray for us.
○ Holy patrons of World Youth Day Seoul 2027,
◎ pray for all young people.
