Jesus Youth is preparing for an important year in 2026 as the movement marks two major milestones. This December completes 40 years since Jesus Youth ’85, the historic gathering that gave the name of the movement and set off a missionary spark that later reached more than forty countries.
The year 2026 also marks the 10th anniversary of the movement’s pontifical recognition, received in May 2016.
To honour both occasions, Jesus Youth will host an international conference titled “Go” from 20 to 25 October 2026 at Centro Mariapoli, Rome. Around 600–700 participants from different parts of the world are expected to take part.
The conference will bring the global Jesus Youth community together to celebrate, reflect on the movement’s journey, and look ahead to its mission in the coming years.
