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Pope Leo XIV celebrates Mass in Paris

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The Pope celebrated Mass at the Place de la Concorde in Paris on September 26, 2026.

During the liturgy, the Pope expressed gratitude for the opportunity to celebrate the Eucharist in the square. He told the gathered community that his presence was intended to strengthen their faith and encourage them to share the peace and love of Jesus Christ.

In his homily, the Pope spoke about the human search for meaning, truth, and fulfillment. He described these desires as a spiritual thirst that Jesus Christ meets through the incarnation, presenting himself as the source of living water that satisfies the deepest needs of the human heart.

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