Millions of young people gathered in Rio de Janeiro for World Youth Day in July. It was Pope Francis' first international trip. By all accounts the event was joyous, spirit-filled and peppered with poignant words and gestures from the pontiff.
Pilgrims wait for Pope Francis to lead the Angelus from the balcony of the archbishop's palace in Rio de Janeiro July 26.
Photo: CNS photo / Paul Haring