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.
Pope Francis holds up key to city of Rio de Janeiro, from the balcony of city hall. At left is Rio Mayor Eduardo Paes. The gift was given July 25 during the pope's weeklong visit to Brazil for World Youth Day.
Photo: CNS photo / Paul Haring