The World Youth Day Cross and Marian icon have begun a new stage of their Korean pilgrimage in the Diocese of Jeju. On 26 October 2026, the WYD Seoul 2027 organizers published a parish-by-parish itinerary running through 27 November, giving local pilgrims an opportunity to plan prayer and visits.
Key dates in Jeju
The official schedule marks the handover to Jeju Diocese on 26 October. A welcoming ceremony is listed for 27 October at 3:00 p.m. at Jungang Cathedral. The Cross and icon then continue to Hwabuk Parish on 28 October, Jocheon Parish on 29 October, and Gimnyeong Holy Family Parish on 30 October, followed by Sehwa Parish on 31 October.
November pilgrimage highlights
The itinerary includes Seongsanpo Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish on 1 November, Seogwipo Parish on 5 November, a stop at Isidore Retreat House on 9 November, and a youth hymn festival at Sinjeju Parish on 21 November. The concluding handover to Masan Diocese is scheduled for 27 November at Donggwang Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish, with Mass at 10:00 a.m.
Advice for pilgrims
Visitors should contact their destination parish ahead of travel. Organizers explicitly warn that the schedule is subject to change. The notice is currently available in Korean; pilgrims may wish to arrange help with local directions and services before setting out. No additional ceremony times should be assumed beyond those shown in the official notice.
Source: WYD Seoul 2027 official notice, 26 October 2026 (Korean).
