Those who hope in the Lord will run and not be weary (cf. Is 40:31)

WYD Cross

The World Youth Day cross offered to youth during Montreal’s diocesan WYD celebrations is a powerful symbol of faith, unity, and hope. Modeled after the official World Youth Day Cross that travels the world, this cross is distributed to youth from across the diocese who participate in the WYD Teen Festival and Christ the King Vigil, inspiring them in their journey to follow Christ.

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WYD MTL Cross

Each year, a young person designs this cross, drawing inspiration from the Pope’s message and the WYD theme. It invites youth to share the light of Christ courageously and serve others with open hearts.

The Cross of Hope – 2024

Those who hope in the Lord will run and not be weary
(cf. Is 40:31)

“The logo on the cross was inspired by Pope Francis’ message to the young people as well as the passage “Those who hope in the Lord… will run and not be weary” (Is 40:31) which Pope Francis wants us to take inspiration from for World Youth Day 2024 and in preparation for Jubilee 2025.
I drew a silhouette of a pilgrim running towards God. The cross represents a guide for the pilgrim but also a source of hope. The zigzag line underneath the pilgrim represents our journey. I chose a zigzag line because our journey is never really a straight line. Our path can be unpredictable and we all experience the highs and lows of life.
I drew a heart inside the pilgrim to showcase that we are a pilgrim of hope and love. Pope Francis encourages us to keep our hearts open to praise God for his many gifts, especially the gift of life. Thus, the heart symbol is also included to represent the gift of life.”

Michelle Beli-en David, Artist of the WYD MTL 2024 logo

About the Artist

This year’s cross is designed by Michelle Beli-en David.

Michelle is an active leader at St. Kevin’s Parish. She is a member of the livestream team as well as part of the altar servers ministry and youth ministry at St. Kevin.

She studied at Vanier College in Communications, Media and Studio Arts and at Dawson College in Photography.

She enjoys reading books, baking and watching movies and tv shows.

Donated by Œuvre des Vocations du Diocèse de Montréal

This meaningful cross is generously donated by Œuvre des Vocations du Diocèse de Montréal. It is offered and distributed by men and women who have embraced their vocational call—whether through marriage, consecrated life, the priesthood, or diaconate—as well as by youth ministers and committed laypeople. Together, these witnesses remind young people that following God’s call is possible. Their example fosters a culture of vocations, encouraging each young person to discern, “What is God calling me to?” and to share this journey with friends and family.