Who designed Luce, the mascot of the 2025 Catholic Jubilee?
Luce was designed by Simone Legno, the founder of the brand tokidoki. Legno said he hoped Luce could represent the sentiments that resonate in the hearts of the younger generations.
Questions about Luce (mascot)
Short answers, pulled from the story.
When was Luce unveiled as the official mascot of the 2025 Jubilee?
Luce was unveiled on the 28th of October 2024 by Archbishop Rino Fisichella of the Dicastery for Evangelization. She was announced as the official mascot of the Catholic Church's 2025 Jubilee.
What does Luce's yellow raincoat symbolize?
Luce's yellow raincoat was chosen to match the colors of the Vatican City flag. The coat also stands for the challenge of a long and difficult journey.
Why did Luce's rosary cause controversy among Catholics?
Some Catholics claimed Luce's multi-colored rosary resembled the pride flag. Defenders explained that the rosary is the World Mission rosary created by Fulton Sheen, and its colors come from a long-standing devotional tradition.
What anime characters were compared to Luce?
Luce was compared to Ai Ohto from Wonder Egg Priority and Rei Ayanami from Neon Genesis Evangelion. Emanuele Vietina, director of Lucca Comics & Games, noted that she also shared characteristics with Arale Norimaki from Dr. Slump.
How was Luce received by Catholics in Hong Kong and Asia?
Luce was immediately welcomed by Catholic church members in Hong Kong and Indonesia, particularly teenagers and children. Bishop Joseph Ha, OFM, of the Diocese of Hong Kong noted that Luce and her friends could be seen in many chapels and schools.