Just days after Pope Leo XIV’s apostolic visit to France, scenes of unrest have replaced the atmosphere of unity and peace that marked the papal trip.
Caroline De Sury — OSV News
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Mother: Pope Leo’s blessing of special-needs daughter recognizes ‘segment of humanity often set aside’
A photo of Pope Leo blessing Marie-Garance, a 10-year-old girl who has multiple disabilities, went viral after their encounter in Paris on Saturday.
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Spain vs. Argentina: a very Catholic World Cup final
From the tournament’s origins to the faith openly lived by players and coaches on both sides, this final carries a distinctly Catholic dimension.
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French bishops decry vote legalizing ‘assisted dying’ as a ‘turning point’ in nation’s history
The French bishops called on Catholic health care institutions to refrain “from behavior that is clearly morally reprehensible.”
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France’s traditionalist Catholics rally behind Pope Leo XIV after SSPX schism
Today, Philippe Darantière bears witness to the enthusiasm of the faithful attached to the traditional rite at the prospect of welcoming Pope Leo to France.
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Pope Leo XIV’s France visit takes shape with planned stops at Notre Dame, Lourdes and Metz
The Pope will visit the recently renovated Notre Dame, UNESCO and will celebrate Mass in Paris.
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Chartres pilgrimage for Latin Mass devotees grows as organizers warn against renewed divisions
The pilgrimage dates back to 1983 andis led by priests and religious from institutes committed to celebrating the traditional Latin Mass.
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Record Easter baptisms in France reflect personal journeys of faith
Over 13,200 adults and over 8,100 adolescents were baptized during the April 4 Easter Vigil, according to an annual survey published by the French bishops’ conference March 25.
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After 900 years, monks of iconic French La Trappe Abbey consider leaving historic monastery
The monks of La Trappe Abbey in Normandy may leave their monastery in 2028, the abbey announced—a move that could bring to an end 900 years of Cistercian monastic presence in Soligny-la-Trappe, formerly known as “La Grande Trappe.”
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Paris archdiocese convenes council in response to historic rise in converts
Nationwide, the number of adult baptisms skyrocketed to 17,800 catechumens baptized during the Easter Vigil on April 19, 2025.