Around the world: The week in pictures

Around the world: The week in pictures Firefighters battle flames as they try to keep a wildfire contained at a residence in Santa Paula, California. The Archdiocese of Los Angeles started a fund for victims of the wildfires that have raced through the archdiocese.
Catholic musician Matt Maher performs during the Australian Catholic Youth Festival in Sydney. An estimated 20,000 people attended the three-day event.
Smoke rises as Palestinians protest in Bethlehem, West Bank, in response to US President Donald Trump’s recognition of Jerusalem as Israel’s capital.
Pilgrims attend Mass outside the Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of Miracles in Caacupe.
Pope Francis prays during a service at a statue of Mary near the Spanish Steps in Rome.