The 2027 Seoul World Youth Day (WYD), which is D-365 away, emphasized that the event will be an opportunity for the Korean Church to introduce its history and values to the world and show a culture of understanding and respecting diversity. Non-Catholic youth can also participate, and the possibility of North Korean youth participation is also open. Pope Leo XIV is expected to attend the event and deliver a message of hope and solidarity to young people around the world. The bishop urged the importance of national attention, support, and hospitality for the success of the event.