Excitement for World Youth Day is growing each day. Pilgrims from all over the world are preparing to experience days of prayer, communion, joy, and evangelization from August 3–8, 2027. Asia will host World Youth Day for the second time.
The theme of World Youth Day will be Jesus’ words from the Gospel of John: “Take courage! I have overcome the world.” (John 16:33) The theme invites young people to place their hope in Christ, who has conquered sin and death, in the face of the challenges of contemporary society.
Based on this theme, the Local Organizing Committee (LOC) has made an official prayer available and invites the faithful to pray it on the 3rd day of every month, as part of a movement of intercession leading up to and throughout WYD.
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.
O Holy Spirit, Flame of Love,
by your wondrous 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.
Source: WYD Seoul website
Join Shalom for WYD
The Shalom Catholic Community invites pilgrims to experience this unique event as part of the Shalom Pilgrims. Simply secure your package, currently priced at US$440.
- Official registration: Confirmed registration with the Local Organizing Committee (LOC)
- On-site support: Accommodation, meals, and ground transportation organized by the LOC during the event
- Pilgrim kits: Official WYD Seoul 2027 Kit and Exclusive Shalom WYD Kit, including identification items and the traditional exchange pins
- Participation fee and logistical support
