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.
U.S. pilgrims take cover under their flag as young people gather in the rain on Rio de Janeiro's Copacabana beach for the opening Mass of World Youth Day July 23.
Photo: CNS photo / Tyler Orsburn