Prelude for Final Mass as the Pope flys over Southern Cross Precinct and drives via Pope-mobile through Centennial Park and Randwick Racecourse (2008-07-20)
Pope Benedict presides and preaches at this high point of celebration, in front of the largest gathering of people in Australia's history. (2008-07-20)
Pope Benedict presides and preaches at this high point of celebration, in front of the largest gathering of people in Australia's history. (2008-07-20)
Pope Benedict presides and preaches at this high point of celebration, in front of the largest gathering of people in Australia's history. (2008-07-20)
Pope Benedict presides and preaches at this high point of celebration, in front of the largest gathering of people in Australia's history. (2008-07-20)
Pope Benedict presides and preaches at this high point of celebration, in front of the largest gathering of people in Australia's history. (2008-07-20)
Pope Benedict presides and preaches at this high point of celebration, in front of the largest gathering of people in Australia's history. (2008-07-19)
The Evening Vigil includes a ceremony of candlelight, representation of the ten patrons, testimonies, homily by Pope Benedict and a prayer for a new outpouring of the Holy Spirit. (2008-07-19)
The Evening Vigil includes a ceremony of candlelight, representation of the ten patrons, testimonies, homily by Pope Benedict and a prayer for a new outpouring of the Holy Spirit. (2008-07-19)
The Evening Vigil includes a ceremony of candlelight, representation of the ten patrons, testimonies, homily by Pope Benedict and a prayer for a new outpouring of the Holy Spirit. (2008-07-19)
The Evening Vigil includes a ceremony of candlelight, representation of the ten patrons, testimonies, homily by Pope Benedict and a prayer for a new outpouring of the Holy Spirit. (2008-07-19)
Procession begins. Welcome party assemble. Holy Father arrives at main door. Schola signs Tu es Petrus (Gregorian chant). Holy Water and Presentation of Crucifix (2008-07-19)
Papal Motorcade makes its way through the streets of Sydney, as thousands of pilgrims and local Australia's welcome him to Sydney Australia (2008-07-17)
Pope Benedict XVI arrives on Sydney Harbour, on the Sydney 2000 boat. Travels along the harbour to Barangaroo, where the official pilgrim welcome takes place (2008-07-17)
Pope Benedict XVI arrives on Sydney Harbour, on the Sydney 2000 boat. Travels along the harbour to Barangaroo, where the official pilgrim welcome takes place (2008-07-17)
Pope Benedict XVI arrives on Sydney Harbour, on the Sydney 2000 boat. Travels along the harbour to Barangaroo, where the official pilgrim welcome takes place (2008-07-17)
A compilation of short stories across the community focussing on the struggles and achievements of many and the importance of World Youth Day 2008. (2008-07-16)
A procession of international flags representing every nation at WYD08 makes their way to the Sanctuary. The World Youth Day Cross, Icon and Message Stick are also welcomed to Barangaroo after their 12 month journey around Australia. Local … [More]
Opening Mass presided over by Cardinal George Pell, with all the bishops of the world. The Opening Mass is the first major event of the week, formally celebrating the opening of WYD08. (2008-07-15)
Opening Mass presided over by Cardinal George Pell, with all the bishops of the world. The Opening Mass is the first major event of the week, formally celebrating the opening of WYD08. (2008-07-15)
Opening Mass presided over by Cardinal George Pell, with all the bishops of the world. The Opening Mass is the first major event of the week, formally celebrating the opening of WYD08. (2008-07-15)
Opening Mass presided over by Cardinal George Pell, with all the bishops of the world. The Opening Mass is the first major event of the week, formally celebrating the opening of WYD08. (2008-07-15)
Opening Mass presided over by Cardinal George Pell, with all the bishops of the world. The Opening Mass is the first major event of the week, formally celebrating the opening of WYD08. (2008-07-15)
Opening Mass presided over by Cardinal George Pell, with all the bishops of the world. The Opening Mass is the first major event of the week, formally celebrating the opening of WYD08. (2008-07-15)
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