World Youth Day recap: A diverse and inclusive event unparalleled on the global stage

World Youth Day wrapped up Sunday, Aug. 6, having gathered 1.5 million young people from around the world. On this special summer episode of “Inside the Vatican,” America editors Ricardo da Silva, S.J. and Gerard O’Connell, who reported on the ground from Lisbon, recap the event with host Colleen Dulle. Links from the show: Spanish teen says she regained her sight at World Youth Day Mass Pope Francis fields questions on abuse, his health on return flight to Rome Pope Francis at World Youth Day: ‘Live each day with hearts free of fear.’ Behind the scenes of a Way of the Cross like no other at World Youth Day Podcast: ‘Todos! Todos! Todos!’ A rejuvenated Pope Francis tells young people the church is for everyone Please support this podcast by becoming a digital subscriber to America Media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices