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Vatican Journey to France

Pope Leo XIV visits France

Catholic IntelligenceUpdated 1 min read

Pope Leo XIV completed his first visit to France, traveling through Paris, Saint-Denis, Lourdes, and Metz from Friday, September 25, to Monday, September 28. His itinerary included several appointments, public gatherings, and a visit to the UNESCO headquarters.

During a press conference on his flight back to Rome on Monday evening, the pope described the schedule as very intense.

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