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Vatican Journey to France

The journey of Leo XIV celebrates the intertwining of popular Christianity and the understanding of faith

Catholic IntelligenceUpdated 1 min read

Pope Leo XIV visited France on September 25, 2026, meeting with political leaders, cultural organizations, and young people. His first day included visits to the Élysée Palace, UNESCO, and Notre-Dame de Paris.

The day concluded with a vigil for 80,000 young people at the Stade de France in Saint-Denis. The event featured a performance tracing the history of French saints, including Saint Denis, Saint Martin, Joan of Arc, Pauline Jaricot, and Saint Vincent de Paul. According to Agenzia Fides, this program aimed to connect popular spirituality with intellectual reflection to move past ideological polarization within French Catholicism.

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