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Pope Leo XIV celebrates Mass in Lourdes

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Catholic IntelligenceUpdated 1 min read

Pope Leo XIV celebrated Mass before thousands of pilgrims at the Notre-Dame de Lourdes sanctuary on Sunday, September 27, 2026. During the liturgy held in the sanctuary meadow, the pope described the site as a place to profess faith in the sacredness of life.

During a meeting with healthcare professionals and the sick, the pope spoke against euthanasia and assisted suicide, stating that legality does not guarantee morality. He described the grotto at Lourdes as a sanctuary of Christian hope against modern trends that attempt to redefine the value of human life.

The pope concluded his visit by leading the Rosary and the traditional candle procession. He encouraged the sick and pilgrims to maintain hope during trials and urged them to share the consolation of Lourdes with their neighbors and the French people.

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How the coverage unfolded

  1. Sep 27, 3:21 AM La Croix Français Pape à Lourdes : le texte intégral de l’homélie de la messe de Léon XIV
  2. Sep 26, 4:26 PM Aleteia Français Messe à Lourdes : le texte de l’homélie de Léon XIV
  3. Sep 27, 4:47 AM ACI Prensa Español Homilía del Papa León XIV en la Misa en la pradera del santuario de Lourdes, Francia
  4. Sep 27, 2:20 PM CathNews Australia Recognising own faults is essential to spiritual growth: Pope
  5. Sep 27, 2:06 PM Diocese of Santarém Português Celebração e encontros em Lourdes

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