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Pope Leo XIV addresses youth at giant Paris Mass

Pope Leo XIV addresses youth at giant Paris Mass

Summary

Pope Leo XIV held a large outdoor Mass in Paris, where he spoke directly to young Catholics, calling them the "Church of today." During his visit, he also met with youth at a vigil and engaged with issues like migration and abuse survivors.

Key Facts

  • The Mass took place at Place de la Concorde in Paris.
  • Around 600,000 people attended the outdoor Mass.
  • Pope Leo XIV addressed youth, calling them important for the future of the Church.
  • He held a youth vigil the day before at Stade de France.
  • The Pope met with French survivors of sexual abuse during his visit.
  • He called for protection of migrants while in France.
  • Large crowds also gathered along the Champs-Élysées to see his popemobile parade.
  • The visit coincides with a rise in young people seeking a Catholic community in France.
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