MELBOURNE, Australia —The Syro Malabar Eparchy of St. Thomas the Apostle, Melbourne announced that its Youth Apostolate Director, Sojin Sebastian is scheduled to address the upcoming World Youth Day (WYD) celebrations.

The conference led by Sojin Sebastian with the topic "Mother Mary - Leadership Through Discipleship," is set to take place on Thursday, 3rd August, from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm. The esteemed Fórum Lisboa - Assembleia Municipal de Lisboa, located at Av. de Roma 14, 1000-143 Lisboa, Portugal, will host the event.

The conference will delve into the leadership qualities of Mother Mary through the example of her discipleship. It aims to provide young Catholics worldwide a platform to engage in profound theological discussions and absorb valuable leadership, faith, and discipleship lessons.

World Youth Day is an extraordinary gathering that unites young people from across the globe in the presence of the Pope. It is a pilgrimage, a celebration of youth, a vibrant expression of the universal Church, and a powerful evangelization moment for young people worldwide. It is estimated that 700,000 young individuals are scheduled to attend this transformative event.

This significant event will occur in the first week of August and represents a testament to the vibrant spirit and zeal of youth within the Catholic Church.

Sojin Sebastian is one of the few dignitaries from Oceania to spearhead a conference at this internationally acclaimed event. His participation underscores the crucial role that the Syro-Malabar Eparchy of St Thomas the Apostle plays in nurturing the journey of the Catholic faith within the region.

Prominent theologians, scholars, and leaders from around the world are expected to participate in this prestigious Fórum Lisboa event, fostering insightful dialogue and encouraging introspective discussions about the growth and evolution of faith and leadership within the Catholic community.