A look at the impact of the first Latin American pope's visit to his native continent.

Deacon and blogger Greg Kandra discusses misconceptions about Catholic teaching on homosexuality.

A Saturday night vigil and Sunday morning Mass concluded WYD 2013 in Rio de Janeiro.

Pope Francis reflected on his trip to Rio de Janeiro for World Youth Day 2013 at his Sunday Angelus.

A visual essay of World Youth Day 2013 in Rio de Janeiro.

Brazilian Catholics renew their faith when they open their homes to volunteers helping to run World Youth Day 2013.

A look at Pope Francis' welcome to the city of Rio de Janeiro.

U.S. pilgrims in Rio discuss their expectations for World Youth Day 2013.

Cardinal Timothy M. Dolan discusses the challenges that face a successful World Youth Day.

Catholics in Rio de Janeiro await Pope Francis's visit for World Youth Day this month.