In one of the most iconic moments coming out of World Youth Day, Pope Francis called on the hundreds of thousands gathered before him to yell back at him that the Catholic Church is for 'todos, todos, todos' — everyone, everyone, everyone.
, Pope Francis called on the hundreds of thousands gathered before him to yell back at him that the Catholic Church is for "todos, todos, todos" -- everyone, everyone, everyone.
Victoria, left, from Spain, stands with representatives of Dignity USA, a group of LGBTQ+ Catholics, outside the Sao Vicente de Paulo Parish Social Center, after Pope Francis visited it, in the Serafina neighbourhood of Lisbon, Friday, Aug. 4, 2023.MORE: Pope greeted like rockstar, appears revitalized at 'Catholic Woodstock' in Portugal
Representatives of Dignity USA, a group of LGBTQ+ Catholics, attend a vigil with Pope Francis at Parque Tejo in Lisbon the day before the 37th World Youth Day, Saturday, Aug. 5, 2023.Held described an incident during which another pilgrim grabbed ahold of her flag and broke into pieces, bringing her to tears.
"Speaking with abused people is a very difficult experience," the pope said as he reflected on the encounter. "But it also does me good, not because I like to listen, but because it helps me take on their load."Gregorio Borgia/APThe pontiff also shot down speculation that his eyesight was failing him, after he repeatedly abandoned his lengthy prepared remarks for shorter, off the cuff speeches.
He added, "Friends, allow me also, now an old man, to share with you young people a dream that I carry within: it is the dream of peace, the dream of young people praying for peace, living in peace and building a peaceful future."
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