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Pope Leo XIV to meet abuse victims in Lourdes

Catholic IntelligenceUpdated 1 min read

Pope Leo XIV will meet with victims of sexual abuse in the Church during his visit to Lourdes, France. The meeting is part of his pastoral trip to France scheduled from September 25 to 28, 2026.

According to ACI Prensa, the Pope's visit to Lourdes will center on his message of respect for human life at all stages. During the visit, banners have covered the mosaics of Marko Rupnik on the facade of the Basilica of the Rosary at the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes.

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  1. Sep 23, 6:00 AM ACI Prensa Español León XIV se reunirá en Lourdes con víctimas de abusos sexuales en la Iglesia
  2. Sep 24, 12:10 PM KTO Français Le Sanctuaire de Lourdes se prépare à accueillir Léon XIV

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