The Vatican has launched a pop culture-inspired mascot ahead of its upcoming Holy Year celebrations in 2025. Named Luce, ...

Meet ‘Luce’ – the Vatican ’s official mascot for the 2025 Jubilee, kicking off on Christmas Eve. As unbelievable as it sounds ...

Vatican Woos Gen-Z with Anime Mascot | Vantage with Palki Sharma The Vatican has unveiled a bizarre new mascot for the 2025 ...

The mascot, named Luce — which means “light” in Italian — is intended to engage a younger audience and guide visitors through ...

Anime continues to grow as a global phenomenon, a million-dollar industry that is growing and has followers of all ages. Now, the Catholic Church is also betting on it thanks to the creation of a new ...

MANILA, Philippines — The Vatican revealed its new mascot for Holy Year 2025, Luce, inspired by pop culture, specifically ...

She was designed by Italian pop artist Simone Legno, one of the co-founders of Japanese-inspired lifestyle brand tokidoki.

Also, she’s wearing a missionary cross and holding a pilgrim’s staff. Her outfit represents the Vatican flag and the “journey ...