Young Adults – Plan to Attend World Youth Day in Seoul, South Korea, July 30 to August 10, 2027

The Diocese of Covington is coordinating a pilgrimage to World Youth Day 2027 for young adults ages 18 to 35. Experience the universality of the Catholic Church in the presence of our Holy Father, Pope Leo XIV, alongside millions of young adult Catholics from around the world. The pilgrimage includes a trip to a sacred landscape marked by the sacrifices of early Catholic martyrs. Sites like Danggogae, Saenamteo, Seosomun, and Jeoldusan Martyrs’ Shrine. Bishop John C. Iffert hopes to join the pilgrims along with a few priests and deacons from the diocese.

The estimated cost is $5,500.00* per person and includes round-trip airfare, transportation, lodging, meals (from WYD), and tours. To reserve your spot, the initial payment of $350 is due by Wednesday, December 31, 2025. The full amount must be paid by Monday, March 15, 2027. *All Inclusive rates are based on airline fuel surcharges and applicable exchange rates at the date of quotation. Rates are subject to change up to 45 days prior to departure.

Please make the check payable to Office of Catechesis & Evangelization (in the memo area of your check, please put WYD 2027) and mail it to the Diocese of Covington, 1125 Madison Avenue, Covington, KY 41011-3115, Attention of Isaak Abraham Isaak. If you have any questions, please contact Isaak Abraham Isaak at 859-392-1500, ext. 1529 or [email protected].