Catholic Intelligence
J.M.J.Search
If the Lord does not watch over the city, in vain does the watchman keep vigil.Ps 127:1

Catholic Life Journey to France

Le mot de l’évêque – Spécial voyage du pape Léon XIV en France

Catholic Intelligence1 min read

Archbishop François Fonlupt of Avignon shared his initial reflections on Pope Leo XIV's apostolic visit to France, which took place from September 25 to 28, 2026. In the program "Le mot de l'évêque," the archbishop discussed the impact of the four day trip on the Church and the Diocese of Avignon.

Fonlupt noted specific moments from the trip, including the crowds at Notre-Dame in Paris and the youth vigil held at the Stade de France. He also highlighted the Pope's meetings with the sick and victims of abuse during the visit to Lourdes.

AI-assisted briefing based on the sources below.

1 source

Read the source

Sources behind this story

More Catholic news

More on Pope Leo XIV

  1. Oct 2, 1:47 AM PT Pope Leo XIV receives Gruppo Hera delegation
  2. Oct 2, 1:29 AM PT · 21 sources Pope Leo XIV prays rosary with 700 children for peace in Vatican Gardens
  3. Oct 2, 1:17 AM PT · 2 sources Pope Leo XIV visits France
  4. Oct 2, 1:16 AM PT · 18 sources Pope Leo XIV asks to pray for the pastoral care of mental health
  5. Oct 2, 1:03 AM PT · 7 sources Pope Leo XIV to pray Rosary for peace in October
  6. Oct 2, 1:02 AM PT · 17 sources Pope Leo XIV visits France
  7. Oct 2, 1:02 AM PT · 2 sources Pope Leo XIV to pray for mental health ministry
  8. Oct 2, 1:00 AM PT · 3 sources Pope Leo XIV receives Dominican nuns
  9. Oct 2, 1:00 AM PT · 6 sources Pope Leo XIV to address clickbait in 2027 World Communications Day message
  10. Oct 2, 12:46 AM PT · 12 sources Pope Leo XIV joins 700 children in Vatican Gardens to pray Rosary for peace
  11. Oct 2, 12:32 AM PT · 2 sources Pope Leo XIV meets young people in Paris
  12. Oct 2, 12:28 AM PT · 4 sources Pope Leo XIV meets Hera Group
  13. Oct 2, 12:28 AM PT · 4 sources Pope Leo XIV to Lutheran Federation: Reclaim Common Roots
  14. Oct 2, 12:15 AM PT · 3 sources Pope Leo XIV visits France
  15. Oct 2, 12:02 AM PT · 4 sources Pope Leo XIV leads Rosary for peace with children
  16. Oct 1, 11:31 PM PT Pope Leo XIV prays at Massabielle Grotto
  17. Oct 1, 11:31 PM PT Pope Leo XIV preaches at Notre Dame
  18. Oct 1, 11:10 PM PT · 4 sources Pope Leo XIV to deepen unity with Lutherans
  19. Oct 1, 11:10 PM PT · 11 sources Pope Leo XIV meets Hera Group delegation
  20. Oct 1, 10:24 PM PT Pope Leo XIV and Cardinal Parolin send birthday greetings to Cardinal Rodé
  21. Oct 1, 9:11 PM PT · 5 sources Pope Leo XIV defends human life in France
  22. Oct 1, 9:09 PM PT · 3 sources Pope Leo XIV releases message for 100th World Mission Day
  23. Oct 1, 9:04 PM PT · 6 sources Pope Leo XIV to mark 800 years since St. Francis’ death
  24. Oct 1, 9:00 PM PT · 2 sources Pope Leo XIV to celebrate 100th World Mission Sunday
  25. Oct 1, 8:51 PM PT · 12 sources Pope Leo XIV dedicates October prayer intention to mental health ministry

Discussion

Loading discussion…

Catholic News · Comments are signed by readers with a verified address.