What about Pope's WORLD YOUTH DAY? Half a million in attendance?

Question

Media in the U.S.A. is calling it a major event for the pontiff - - how is it being perceived in your country? do you have so many Catholics? is there a substantial outreach to young Christians in your major world city? thanx for your reply [10 points after end of his visit]

Answer 1

I missed M*A*S*H.It`s all good in oz(Ausrtalia)even though it bugs the **** out of the average aussie,we`re all good,we just embrace the the old tradition as (she`ll be right mate) and move on just enjoying what we`ve got.So come all,but leave your **** at home.Don`t bring it herel.

Answer 2

Bunch of very happy young people getting in everyone's way.  I don't think there has been much reaching out going on, except a very limited apology for the sexual abuse of innocents by Catholic clergy.  What is wrong with saying "It was appalling.  Any perpetrator will be referred to the civil authorities, with all the evidence we have, for punishment.  We will do everything we can, using the entire resources of our organisation and to the full extent of those resources, to redress the harm we have caused."

Answer 3

There are people from all over the world attending wyd here in Sydney..

It is a huge event.. I want to be at mass today.. but unfortunately i wouldnt be able to get in, so i didnt go. I'm just watching it on tv. I was supposed to stay in the city for stations of the cross on friday.. but had to head home early.. i regret it :( Its a once in a life time thing. I'm still kicking myself for not staying longer.

People in Sydney were sooking over it during the week.. They dont like the roads being closed for a week.. geez.

Answer 4

There are some mega churches in London changing the perception of what church is and making it revelent to a new generation.

Hillsong London is in the centre of London, then there's HTB (Holy Trinity Brompton) also having a huge impact. That's just 2 to name a few.

It is a major event I think, and I heard that major evangelical churches are joining in the catholic celebration which is surprising but good.

What do you think?