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Pope Leo XIV meets religious leaders in Metz, France

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Pope Leo XIV met with representatives of various religious traditions on September 28, 2026, at the Robert Schuman Congress Center in Metz, France.

During the meeting, the Pope spoke about the responsibility of religious men and women to demonstrate that people can build friendships and peace across borders. He referenced the example of Robert Schuman, a founding father of the European Union, noting how Schuman worked to turn former divisions into bridges for Europe.

The Pope cited Pope Francis and the document Fratelli tutti to explain that dialogue between different religions should aim to establish friendship and peace rather than relying on simple diplomacy or tolerance. He also noted that Pope John Paul II viewed dialogue as an essential part of human nature.

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