Global Unity Ignites in Vatican City as “Grace for the World” Concert Unites Iconic Artists

Lead At St. Peter’s Square in Vatican City today, Pharrell Williams and Andrea Bocelli co-directed the free “Grace for the World” concert, celebrating fraternity and closing the Third World Meeting on Human Fraternity.

Nut Graf The historic event-marking the first concert ever held in St. Peter’s Square-brings together gospel choirs, pop superstars and classical luminaries to honor the 2025 Jubilee Year and broadcast a message of peace worldwide.

Live Musical Lineup

• Pharrell Williams with the Voices of Fire Gospel Choir
• Maestro Andrea Bocelli
• John Legend, Karol G, Jennifer Hudson, Clipse, Teddy Swims and Jelly Roll
• BamBam of Got7 and Angélique Kidjo
• Choir of the Diocese of Rome, directed by Marco Frisina
• International choir under musical director Adam Blackstone

Spectacular Visuals An aerial drone show by Nova Sky Stories illuminated the night sky with Sistine Chapel-inspired motifs, blending cutting-edge technology and sacred art.

Global Broadcast Streaming live on Disney+, Hulu and ABC News Live at 3 pm ET, with an on-demand replay available immediately after the event.

Voices of Fraternity Cardinal Mauro Gambetti emphasized that music transforms fraternity from concept to action. “Concrete words and actions shall be brought into our communities,” he said. Pharrell Williams called it “a rare cultural moment where the world stops and collectively tunes in.” Maestro Bocelli added, “Let us shine a spotlight on humanity with music from the very heart of Christianity.”

Event Context This concert concludes two days of spiritual and cultural dialogue at the World Meeting on Human Fraternity organized by the Fratelli Tutti Foundation. It underscores the Vatican’s commitment to fostering peace, solidarity and the protection of Creation through artistic expression.