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Pope Leo XIV leads rosary prayer and candlelight procession at Lourdes

Catholic IntelligenceUpdated 1 min read

Pope Leo XIV led a rosary prayer and candlelight procession at the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes on Sunday, September 27, 2026. During the event, the pope carried a torch and used a small rosary to recite prayers alongside pilgrims.

The pope stated that the gathering was a response to the request made by the Virgin Mary to priests through Saint Bernadette to hold processions at the site. He described the lights carried by the faithful as a symbol of hope that remains present even during life's trials. He specifically noted that sick people serve as witnesses to how faith and love for God can transform existence.

The procession followed the traditional route, moving from the Grotto of Massabielle across the sanctuary grounds. This nightly ceremony is attended by millions of pilgrims annually, including many people with disabilities and illnesses.

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Earlier version, Sunday 27 September

Pope Leo XIV leads torchlight procession at Lourdes

How the coverage unfolded

  1. Sep 27, 10:59 AM KTO Français Prière du chapelet et procession aux flambeaux avec Léon XIV (Lourdes)
  2. Sep 27, 1:18 PM La Croix Français Léon XIV à Lourdes : la prière du pape lors de la procession aux flambeaux
  3. Sep 27, 1:10 PM ACI Stampa Italiano La processione aux flambeaux del Papa a Lourdes. “Portiamo alla Madonna le nostre intenzioni più care”
  4. Sep 27, 1:32 PM Archdiocese of Avignon Français Prière du saint Rosaire et procession aux flambeaux

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