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Pope Leo XIV visited France

Catholic IntelligenceUpdated 1 min read

Pope Leo XIV visited France from September 25 to 28, 2026, participating in various celebrations and meetings. During his four-day trip, the pope addressed crowds in Paris, including an appearance on the Champs-Élysées where more than one million people gathered.

Official reports from several French dioceses highlight the pope's messages to young people, religious vocations, and the most vulnerable. His addresses also focused on themes of peace, unity, fraternity, and hope for the country and the Church.

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Pope Leo XIV visits France

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Pope Leo XIV to visit France

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  1. Oct 20, 6:59 AM Diocese of Limoges Français Léon XIV en France – Retour vidéo
  2. Oct 20, 7:00 AM Diocese of Orléans Français Merci Pape Léon !
  3. Oct 20, 8:36 AM Diocese of Nice Français Voyage du pape Léon XIV en France : le film officiel
  4. Oct 20, 8:02 AM Diocese of Angers Français Voyage du Pape en France : le film officiel !
  5. Oct 20, 6:09 AM Rome Reports France, From Pope Leo XIV’s Visit to Violent Unrest: How Is the Church Responding?

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  19. Oct 22, 8:01 AM PT · 21 sources Pope Leo XIV leads General Audience on October 21, 2026, emphasizing marriage and family
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