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Ahead of World Youth Day (WYD) in Seoul next year, stained-glass masterpieces from 100 churches around the world will be digitally recreated on Jeju Island.

Christ the King Catholic Church in Gosan, part of the Diocese of Jeju, announced Tuesday that it will host a special cultural, artistic and liturgical event titled "A Sacred 24-Hour Journey" to coincide with the pilgrimage of the WYD Cross and the Icon of Our Lady, the official symbols of the event.

The event, which will run for 24 hours from Nov. 13 to 14, will feature a variety of programs combining immersive visual technology with fresh floral arrangements.

A total of 300 stained-glass masterpieces from 100 Gothic and historic churches around the world, including Chartres Cathedral and the Sagrada Família, will be recreated as digital media art. Accompanied by majestic music, the approximately 60-minute presentation will fill the church interior with light and color.

A documentary tracing the history of the WYD Cross's worldwide pilgrimage since 1984 will also be screened for approximately 45 minutes. The documentary conveys messages of peace and reconciliation, as well as a hopeful vision for WYD Seoul 2027.

Florist Kwon Ye-bin will arrange seasonal fresh flowers inside the church to create a "Sanctuary of Light." During the farewell ceremony on the second day, flowers offered by parishioners will be individually wrapped and distributed to pilgrims.

The event will be open to everyone, regardless of religious affiliation.

                                                                                                          Hwang Ui-joong