On 13 March 2015, 500 days before World Youth Day 2016 in Krakow, the countdown began with the launch of a virtual prayer marathon. The website www.mayfeelings.com/prayforwyd/ contains a virtual map that shows us that people all over the world are joining in prayer for that huge event that brings youth together from all over the world to celebrate their faith.

It coincided that Cardinal Rylko was in Krakow to meet with the Local Organising Committee for WYD 2016 on March 11 and 12 (501 days before WYD 2016 – see photo!).

Cardinal Rylko reminded the team that “the grace of God is greater than our human efforts” and that it is time to “storm Heaven” with our prayers.

As we can see from the virtual map, young people around the world have started. We are all invited to join. Everyone can #prayforwyd!