In Metz, Pope Leo Steps Into Europe’s Deepening Divide Over Immigration
As Leo prepares to reach Metz, at the crossroads of France, Germany, and Luxembourg, what message will he offer about welcoming the stranger and the consequences of mass immigration?
Pope Leo Meets French Abuse Victims in Lourdes
The Pope ‘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.
Pope Leo Leads Rosary, Candlelit Procession at Lourdes
‘How moving it is to see the faithful from one generation to the next respond with love and trust to the tender invitation of the Virgin Mary,’ the Pope said to thousands of pilgrims gathered.
PHOTOS: Carmelite Sisters of Lourdes Meet Pope Leo XIV in Private Gathering
The contemplative monastery was founded in 1876, just 18 years after Mary appeared to St. Bernadette.
Killing the Sick Is ‘False Compassion,’ Pope Says in Lourdes
In a speech to sick people and caregivers, the Pope denounced France’s recent legalization of euthanasia and assisted suicide.
PHOTOS: Mass With Pope Leo XIV in Lourdes
The Pope celebrated Mass, with 150,000 faithful in attendance at the Marian shrine.
Don’t Just Check Off the ‘God Box’
For those who praise the Lord on Sunday, come Monday, what happens?
12 Things Blessed Fulton Sheen Taught About the Devil and Spiritual Warfare
Warnings to heed from the new Blessed include his prediction of ‘a total loss of personal identity, a split personality, a schizophrenic culture.’
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.
PHOTOS: Pope Leo XIV Visits Paris and Lourdes on Second Day of France Trip
Pope Leo XIV visited the Maison Bakhita Center and celebrated an open-air Mass at Place de la Concorde in Paris before concluding his day at the Shrine of Our Lady of Lourdes.