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Vatican Journey to France

Pope Leo XIV to visit France

Catholic IntelligenceUpdated 1 min read

Pope Leo XIV completed an apostolic journey to France and UNESCO between September 25 and September 28, 2026.

During the visit, the Pope delivered speeches at the Élysée Palace and UNESCO on Friday, September 25. He also spoke to young people and offered remarks at the Stade de France. On Saturday, September 26, he addressed an ecclesial assembly and delivered a homily at the Concorde and Champs-Élysées, followed by prayer at the Lourdes grotto.

On Sunday, September 27, Cardinal Jean-Marc Aveline provided an introductory address before the Pope spoke to bishops and delivered a homily at the prairie. The final day, Monday, September 28, included a declaration from religious leaders, a speech at an interreligious meeting, and a homily at a mass in Metz.

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