The account of Ingrid Betancourt was the core of the first catechesis. She "said to have discovered the importance of the Holy Spirit in her life owing to her detention". This account was the core of the first catechesis given to the French-speaking Belgian youth which were present in Sydney, by Msgr. Léonard, bishop of Namur, on the subject "Called to live according to the Holy Spirit". On recalling the figure of Ms. Betancourt, the bishop said: "The Holy Spirit knows what I need better than I do: this is one of his spiritual discoveries made in the heart of the jungle". "The Spirit is the interpreter of the living memory of the love symphony: born Jesus" added Msgr. Léonard. Finally, there was an exhortation for the young: "Be carriers of God, be theophoric!". But in the meantime, there are two days to go before "Live from Sydney", the initiative taking place from 18th to 20th July at the sanctuaries of Banneux – celebrating the 75th anniversary of apparitions, this year "which is meant to be a time of communion with all the young people from all over the world gathering in Australia, for all those who were not able to go to Australia explained the organizers". Maxi screens, moments of catechesis and feast meant for Belgian youth (17 to 35 years of age). The site Jmj.be has been operating from 4th July, broadcasting updated news on the WYD. It is also provided with pictures and video podcasts.
