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Returning home, Pope speaks of many ‘almost miracles’ in France Pope Leo returned to Rome on the evening of September 28, completing his four-day apostolic journey to France. Speaking with journalists in the traditional in-flight press conference, he described the time as “filled with many blessings”: The four days were literally filled with many blessings. Almost miracles, I would say, especially the time at Lourdes, Read More… Returning home, Pope speaks ...... 🔗 https://aleteia.org/2026/09/29/returning-home-pope-speaks-of-many-almost-miracles-in-france/ #Catholic #Aleteia #PopeLeo

The 13-year-old who sang her heart out for Pope Leo Try to remember yourself at 13. Standing in front of a classroom could have your stomach churning, so imagine walking out to sing in Lourdes and looking up to see a sea of faces before you, knowing that later that day you would be singing just a few feet from Pope Leo, with cameras relaying Read More… The 13-year-old who sang her heart out for Pope Leo... 🔗 https://aleteia.org/2026/09/29/the-13-year-old-who-sang-her-heart-out-for-pope-leo/ #Catholic #Aleteia #PopeLeo

Leo XIV responds: Is he terrified of the risks of AI, is it systemic abuse within the Church, or has he crossed the line regarding secularism in France? Interview in English with Pope Leo XIV on the return flight from his apostolic trip to France 🔗 https://zenit.org/2026/09/28/leo-xiv-responds-is-he-terrified-of-the-risks-of-ai-is-it-systemic-abuse-within-the-church-or-has-he-crossed-the-line-regarding-secularism-in-france/ #Catholic #Zenit #PopeLeo #Church

Pope: Wars are senseless; Russia and Ukraine should sit down to talk Speaking to journalists on the flight from Metz to Rome at the end of his Apostolic Journey to France, Pope Leo XIV discusses conflicts and the economic interests that sustain them, saying the Church “continues to raise her voice in proclaiming the Gospel. A few are growing rich from the arms industry; these billions could be used to solve problems such as world hunger.” Read all... 🔗 https://www.vaticannews.va/en/pope/news/2026-09/pope-leo-xiv-press-conference-apostolic-journey-france.html #Catholic #Vatican #PopeLeo

At Lourdes, a refuge for the ill, Pope Leo stands against assisted dying laws "Those who are sick are privileged witnesses to this transfiguration of our lives through faith and love of God and neighbor," he said. The post At Lourdes, a refuge for the ill, Pope Leo stands against assisted dying laws first appeared on Angelus News. 🔗 https://angelusnews.com/news/world/pope-lourdes-wrapup/ #Catholic #AngelusNews #PopeLeo #Faith #Love

Pope Leo: Let Europe’s wounds be ‘openings through which light shines’ A Mass in Metz was the final event of the pontiff’s Sept. 25–28 trip to France. [...] 🔗 https://www.catholicworldreport.com/2026/09/28/pope-leo-let-europes-wounds-be-openings-through-which-light-shines/ #Catholic #CWR #PopeLeo #Mass

The grotto and the Gospel: Why the Church preserves Lourdes without adding to revelation Standing as a pilgrim at the Grotto of Massabielle, Pope Leo XIV offered a visible reminder of why the Church upholds apparitions such as those at Lourdes. [...] 🔗 https://www.catholicworldreport.com/2026/09/28/the-grotto-and-the-gospel-why-the-church-preserves-lourdes-without-adding-to-revelation/ #Catholic #CWR #PopeLeo #Mass #Gospel

In Metz, Pope Leo XIV condemns violence in God’s name On the last day of his four-day visit to France, Pope Leo XIV held a meeting with representatives of various religions at the Robert Schuman Conference Center in Metz. During his address, he focused on three points: the importance of dialogue, the rejection of violence in the name of God, and the role of religions Read More… In Metz, Pope Leo XIV condemns violence in God’s name... 🔗 https://aleteia.org/2026/09/28/in-metz-pope-leo-xiv-condemns-violence-in-gods-name/ #Catholic #Aleteia #PopeLeo

Pope Leo wraps up France trip by urging Europe to blunt ‘desire for domination’ driving today’s wars Pope Leo XIV urged Europe on Monday to draw from its Christian roots and tradition of dialogue to blunt the “desire for domination” driving today's wars, as he wrapped up a visit to France by recalling the forces that contributed to the continent's peaceful integration.... 🔗 https://cruxnow.com/church-in-europe/2026/09/pope-leo-wraps-up-france-trip-by-urging-europe-to-blunt-desire-for-domination-driving-todays-wars/ #Catholic #Crux #PopeLeo

‘This brought me reconciliation’: Abuse survivors praise Sunday’s meeting with Pope Leo Seven survivors of clerical sexual abuse praised a meeting with Pope Leo XIV. 🔗 https://cruxnow.com/church-in-europe/2026/09/this-brought-me-reconciliation-abuse-survivors-praise-sundays-meeting-with-pope-leo/ #Catholic #Crux #PopeLeo #Christian

Pope urges religious leaders in France to preach peace as he recalls foundations of European unity Pope Leo XIV urged religious leaders on Monday to preach messages of peace and unity as he wrapped up a visit to France by recalling the forces of dialogue that contributed to Europe’s post-World War II integration. 🔗 https://cruxnow.com/church-in-europe/2026/09/pope-urges-religious-leaders-in-france-to-preach-peace-as-he-recalls-foundations-of-european-unity/ #Catholic #Crux #PopeLeo #Peace

Pope in Metz: God never inspires anything that disfigures human dignity Meeting with representatives of various religions in the French city of Metz, Pope Leo XIV praises efforts to engage in interreligious dialogue, recalling that God’s name must never be invoked to justify violence or oppression. Read all 🔗 https://www.vaticannews.va/en/pope/news/2026-09/pope-leo-xiv-metz-france-interreligious-encounter.html #Catholic #Vatican #PopeLeo #Christian

‘I think Pope Leo truly cares about young Catholics’ As Metz welcomes Pope Leo XIV, a young Catholic professional who lives and works in the eastern French city tells Vatican News that Pope Leo is especially appreciated for 'truly caring for young Catholics,' and for his commitment to peace in Europe and throughout the world. Read all 🔗 https://www.vaticannews.va/en/pope/news/2026-09/metz-interview-henry-young-professional-on-pope-visit.html #Catholic #Vatican #PopeLeo #Peace

Pope Leo draws 800,000 people to central Paris for open-air Mass on iconic square Hundreds of thousands of people packed Paris’ iconic Champs-Élysées avenue to attend an open-air Mass with Pope Leo XIV on Saturday, a sign of the Catholic Church’s enduring appeal in 🔗 https://www.thecatholicthing.org/2026/09/28/pope-leo-draws-800000-people-to-central-paris-for-open-air-mass-on-iconic-square/ #Catholic #CatholicThing #PopeLeo #Mass #Church

Oldest Little Daughter, Arise Fr. Benedict Kiely: Pope Leo's Paris visit highlights a vibrant, youth-led Catholic revival that defies centuries of secularism. 🔗 https://www.thecatholicthing.org/2026/09/28/oldest-little-daughter-arise/ #Catholic #CatholicThing #PopeLeo #Christian

Pope Leo XIV Spends Two Hours with Seven Abuse Victims in France: How the Meeting Unfolded The Pope met with each person individually and in private, listening to their stories and the pain and suffering they endured -- at times, regrettably, with the complicity or silence of those who could have helped them -- as well as their proposals to ensure this does not happen again. The post Pope Leo XIV Spends Two Hours with Seven Abuse Victims in France: How the Meeting Unfolded app... 🔗 https://zenit.org/2026/09/27/pope-leo-xiv-spends-two-hours-with-seven-abuse-victims-in-france-how-the-meeting-unfolded/ #Catholic #Zenit #PopeLeo

Pope Leo in Lourdes: The Church must heal her ‘wounds, infidelities, and painful errors’ The pontiff spoke about the urgency of repentance and conversion at a Mass on the third day of his visit to France. [...] 🔗 https://www.catholicworldreport.com/2026/09/27/pope-leo-in-lourdes-the-church-must-heal-her-wounds-infidelities-and-painful-errors/ #Catholic #CWR #PopeLeo #Mass #Church

Pope Leo meets with survivors of abuse in Lourdes Pope Leo met with seven victims of sex abuse this evening in Lourdes, spending two hours with them in a meeting described by survivors as emotional. 🔗 https://www.americamagazine.org/vatican-dispatch/2026/09/27/pope-leo-meets-with-survivors-of-abuse-in-lourdes/ #Catholic #AmericaMag #PopeLeo #Christian

Pope Leo meets French abuse victims in Lourdes The pontiff “expressed his solidarity with them and, through them, with all those who have suffered and continue to suffer from the wounds of abuse,” the Vatican said. [...] 🔗 https://www.catholicworldreport.com/2026/09/27/pope-leo-meets-french-abuse-victims-in-lourdes/ #Catholic #CWR #PopeLeo #Vatican

Beautiful images: Pope joins traditional candlelight Lourdes procession The evenings in Lourdes feel otherworldly, as hundreds and sometimes thousands of people from all over the globe join together to follow Our Lady, carrying candles, praying the Rosary in many languages, and uniting in Latin to sing: Ave, Ave, Maria! This September 27, Pope Leo joined the procession, carrying a candle just like the Read More… Beautiful images: Pope joins traditional candlelight ...... 🔗 https://aleteia.org/2026/09/27/beautiful-images-pope-joins-traditional-candlelight-lourdes-procession/ #Catholic #Aleteia #PopeLeo