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Pope greeted by vast crowd at Catholic youth event

Pope greeted by vast crowd at Catholic youth event

Pope Francis was greeted by a vast crowd at a Catholic youth event in Rome. Hundreds of thousands of Catholics from around the world attended the special Jubilee holy year event. The event was organized to celebrate the Catholic Church's Extraordinary Jubilee of Mercy, a special year dedicated to promoting compassion and forgiveness. During the event, the Pope addressed the young attendees, emphasizing the importance of faith, service, and social justice. The massive turnout highlights the ongoing appeal of the Catholic Church, particularly among younger generations, and the Pope's ability to draw large crowds and inspire devotion among the faithful. The event was seen as a significant moment in the Pope's efforts to engage with and connect to the global Catholic community, particularly its younger members.

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