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Vatican Journey to France

Pope Leo XIV meets the sick and their companions at Lourdes

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Pope Leo XIV met with sick and disabled people and their companions at the Accueil Notre-Dame in Lourdes on Sunday, September 27, 2026. During the meeting, the pope spoke to the guests, volunteer hospital workers, and animators at the facility.

The Accueil Notre-Dame provides housing and support for fragile pilgrims visiting the Lourdes Marian shrine. This meeting occurred during the pope's apostolic visit to France.

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  1. Sep 27, 6:15 AM KTO Français Rencontre de Léon XIV avec les personnes malades et leurs accompagnateurs (Lourdes)
  2. Sep 27, 7:24 AM La Croix Français Pape à Lourdes : le discours de Léon XIV devant des malades et accompagnants

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