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Pope Leo XIV leads candlelit procession in Lourdes

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Pope Leo XIV led a Rosary prayer and candlelit procession at the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes on Sunday evening, September 27, 2026. The event served as the conclusion of the Pope's stop in Lourdes during his trip to France.

During the evening devotion, the Pope addressed pilgrims and many sick people, encouraging them to persevere in faith. He described hope as a light that guides and attracts people, noting that it remains even during life's trials. He also spoke about the intercession of the Virgin Mary, stating that she helps believers through her prayers and leads them to God.

The ceremony included the Rosary and a speech by the Pope. The service concluded with prayer, a blessing, and the Salve Regina.

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Earlier version, Sunday 27 September

Pope Leo XIV leads evening rosary in Lourdes

How the coverage unfolded

  1. Sep 27, 1:07 PM Vatican News Polski Leon XIV: nadzieja jest światłem, które nas prowadzi
  2. Sep 27, 1:20 PM National Catholic Register Pope Leo Leads Rosary, Candlelit Procession
  3. Sep 27, 1:21 PM Vatican News Deutsch Papst Leo leitet Rosenkranz-Prozession in Lourdes
  4. Sep 27, 1:11 PM Vatican News Slovenčina Lev XIV. pri ruženci: Panna Mária nás vedie k nádeji aj v skúškach
  5. Sep 27, 1:16 PM Vatican News 中文 教宗在露德烛光游行、公念玫瑰经：圣母的转求绝非次要的
  6. Sep 27, 2:04 PM Exaudi Español El Papa: La luz que nos guía y nos atrae es la de la esperanza que nunca nos abandona
  7. Sep 27, 1:31 PM Aleteia Beautiful images: Pope joins traditional candlelight Lourdes procession

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