The Church in France

Pope Leo XIV will visit Paris, Lourdes, and Metz from September 25 to 28, 2026. The visit reveals the Pope's mission as guardian of the Church's unity, guarantor of the magisterium, and pastor to the faithful.

SourcesArchdiocese of Montpellier

The Diocese of Bayeux-Lisieux has announced new projects for Catholic education in Calvados and Orne. The projects are part of the diocese's efforts to improve education in the region. The diocese is committed to providing quality education to its students.

SourcesDiocese of Bayeux-Lisieux

Secours Catholique has published a new issue of Le Petit Fraternel. The publication is available now.

SourcesDiocese of Saint-Etienne

The Archdiocese of Bourges publishes a message for the new year. The message is titled "Avec saint Sylvain, ouvrons ensemble une nouvelle année de grâce".

SourcesArchdiocese of Bourges

The Diocese of Saint-Flour celebrated 300 years of the Enchanet pilgrimage. The event took place on August 30, 2026. Mgr Noblot was present.

SourcesDiocese of Saint-Flour

The Diocese of Orléans hosts a photo exhibit by Yann Arthus-Bertrand from October 1-4, 2026. The theme is "L'eau vive".

SourcesDiocese of Orléans

The Diocese of Viviers has launched a catalogue of official products for Pope Leo XIV's trip to France and Unesco. The catalogue is available on the Notre-Dame cathedral online boutique.

SourcesDiocese of Viviers

Diocese of Pontoise promotes Creation Time from September 1 to October 4. Theme is 'L'Eau vive'.

SourcesDiocese of Pontoise

The Diocese of Amiens is hiring a school pastoral animator. The position is for the Établissement Sainte-Famille d’Amiens.

SourcesDiocese of Amiens

The Diocese of Vannes co-organizes 4 week-ends for young women. The week-ends are for students or young professionals aged 18 to 35.

SourcesDiocese of Vannes

The Archdiocese of Avignon presented its 2025 financial results at the General Assembly of members. The results show a slight increase in the denier, despite a regular decrease in other resources.

SourcesArchdiocese of Avignon

The Archdiocese of Bordeaux has published an article explaining the Jewish holidays of Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippour, Soukkot and Simhat Torah. The article aims to help readers understand these celebrations.

SourcesArchdiocese of Bordeaux

The article discusses the Pope's connection to France. Mgr Rougé is a French bishop.

SourcesDiocese of Nanterre

The Diocese of Pontoise has appointed Edouard George as its new vicaire general. The diocesan communication service interviewed him.

SourcesDiocese of Pontoise

The Archdiocese of Rennes has published a homily. The homily discusses what it means to be a Christian. It emphasizes the importance of taking Jesus Christ as a model.

SourcesArchdiocese of Rennes

Pamela Cisneros stabs 2 in Times Square. Police kill her. One victim dies. Mayor Zohran Mamdani confirms.

SourcesLa Croix

The union seems difficult to achieve.

SourcesLa Croix

The Diocese of Viviers launches Campus Laudato Si, a formation program for those who want to engage and reflect on how to inhabit the Earth. The program aims to provide a space for people to take a step back, learn, and act together with others, Creation, and the Creator.

SourcesDiocese of Viviers

The Diocese of Créteil installs a new curé. The installation rite is a significant event in the diocese.

SourcesDiocese of Créteil

The Archdiocese of Avignon starts a new pastoral year. Sandrine Margaillan will direct the Saint Paul patronage. The Association des amis de l'orgue et de l'église Saint Nicolas is also mentioned.

SourcesArchdiocese of Avignon

Edouard Jeulin was ordained a deacon. The Diocese of La Rochelle performed the ordination.

SourcesDiocese of La Rochelle

The Mass is followed by a procession and prayers. The event takes place on October 10.

SourcesDiocese of Viviers

Mgr Gallagher visited Russia from August 24 to 28, 2026. Leo XIV is institutionalizing relations with Moscow.

SourcesLa Croix

Decathlon takes 50% of Sport 2000's purchasing center to accelerate development in rural areas and mountain stations. The Autorité de la concurrence will have the final say.

SourcesLa Croix

The Diocese of Séez announces the funeral of Abbé Roland Guérin. The funeral mass will be held on September 3, 2026, at 10am in the basilica Notre-Dame de Montligeon.

SourcesDiocese of Séez

Mgr Denis Moutel writes editorial for September 2026. He mentions Pope Leo XIV's upcoming visit to Lourdes.

SourcesDiocese of Saint-Brieuc

Véronique Lecaros and César Piscoya publish a book about a Peruvian pope. The book mentions the Diocese of Chiclayo.

SourcesDiocese of Saint-Claude

The Diocese of Saint-Etienne announces a pilgrimage to the Cotatay sanctuary on August 15, 2026. The pilgrimage will take place at Cotatay.

SourcesDiocese of Saint-Etienne

Mgr James publishes editorial for September 2026. The editorial discusses the end of summer and the aftermath of terrible fires in Gironde.

SourcesArchdiocese of Bordeaux

A flash flood hit the Grand Canyon, devastating Bright Angel Canyon and Phantom Ranch in Arizona. About 15 people are missing.

SourcesLa Croix

Salvador's justice system will deliver its verdict against 485 people accused of being part of the MS-13 gang's leadership. This is the first mega trial against gangs in the country. Nayib Bukele has been leading the effort against gangs.

SourcesLa Croix

Olivier Faure, first secretary of the PS, has officially announced his candidacy for the left-wing primary. He will face Raphaël Glucksmann, the favorite of the polls, in the October vote.

SourcesLa Croix

Abigail Assor writes about her summer in Émilie-Romagne. She returned to the place after three years.

SourcesLa Croix

The Archdiocese of Avignon announces a celebration of Saint Ferréol in Viens on September 12, 2026. Transportation will be organized. The event will take place in Viens.

SourcesArchdiocese of Avignon

The Association du Folklore Lorrain opens inscription. The Diocese of Nancy announces the inscription.

SourcesDiocese of Nancy

At least 7 people died in a shipwreck off the northern coast of Chypre. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is expected to visit the island.

SourcesLa Croix

The Archdiocese of Avignon announces the restart of catechism for the 2026/2027 school year.

SourcesArchdiocese of Avignon

François-Dominique celebrates departure Mass at Sainte Jeanne d'Arc church. The Mass took place on Saturday, August 29.

SourcesDiocese of Metz

French politicians return to campaign trail ahead of 2027 presidential election. Olivier Faure is expected to announce candidacy.

SourcesLa Croix

Capucine, 14, wants to become a firefighter. She is about to start her third year of college and is excited about her future. She is also worried about not getting her diploma and living without social media.

SourcesLa Croix

The elections will take place on September 27, 2026. The balance of power is not expected to change.

SourcesLa Croix

Emmanuelle Giuliani writes about the popularity of the eclipse and the upcoming visit of the pope. She draws a parallel between the two events.

SourcesLa Croix

The Archdiocese of Avignon announces a new cycle of visits to the basilique métropolitaine Notre-Dame des Doms. The visits will take place on the first Sunday of each month at 16:00. The group is limited.

SourcesArchdiocese of Avignon

Book is about love of words. Book is for back to school.

SourcesLa Croix

Anisha Jo, winner of Star Academy 2022, will sing for the pope at Stade de France on September 25. She is a Malagasy singer.

SourcesLa Croix

44 residents of Gaza, mostly teachers, students and staff of the French Institute, were evacuated to France. The evacuations had seemed frozen since 2025.

SourcesLa Croix

He is a firefighter and photographer. He documents his colleagues' work.

SourcesLa Croix

Jérôme Chave, a research director at CNRS, explains the importance of the Nouragues station for studying the Amazon rainforest. The site is crucial for understanding the impact of climate change.

SourcesLa Croix

The US and Venezuela have reached an agreement on oil investments. The deal was announced by Donald Trump and Delcy Rodriguez.

SourcesLa Croix

An investigation has been opened against former priest Jacques Delfosse for alleged child abuse. He has already been condemned for similar crimes. The case may involve hundreds of victims over five decades.

SourcesLa Croix

Heavy gunfire has been heard in Niamey, Niger. The city has been the scene of clashes between the ruling junta and jihadist groups.

SourcesLa Croix

The Diocese of Verdun publishes a reflection on the Gospel for the 22nd ordinary Sunday. The reflection is based on Mt 16, 21-27.

SourcesDiocese of Verdun

The Musée Soulages in Rodez hosts an exhibition by Hiroshi Sugimoto until September 13. The Japanese photographer's work resonates with Pierre Soulages'.

SourcesLa Croix

La Croix publishes a recipe for gianduja cookies. The cookies are popular in Paris and New York.

SourcesLa Croix

Laure Saint-Raymond, a Catholic and mother of six, is leading an education project. She aims to propose concrete solutions in the field of education. The project is based on a large consultation of the field.

SourcesLa Croix

The Diocese of La Rochelle reports on a pilgrimage to Île Madame. The pilgrimage took place.

SourcesDiocese of La Rochelle

The Diocese of Metz has published the September 2026 issue of Église de Metz, its official magazine. The issue is available online.

SourcesDiocese of Metz

Diocese of Metz hosts new spectacle 'Le crépuscule des pierres' at Saint Joseph church. 17 months after Terra Mosella ended.

SourcesDiocese of Metz

The Archdiocese of Rouen has published a message from a priest. The message is dated August 28, 2026.

SourcesArchdiocese of Rouen

The Diocese of Limoges presents a play inspired by the novel Sainte Marguerite-Marie et moi. The play will be performed in the basilica Saint-Michel-des-Lions on October 1, 2026. It explores universal questions such as believing, doubting, growing, and finding one's place.

SourcesDiocese of Limoges

The Diocese of Saint-Brieuc announces a pilgrimage to Paris for the community of Pléneuf, Erquy, and Matignon. The pilgrimage will take place from April 3 to 5, 2026, and will focus on the theme “Sur les traces de la dévotion mariale, de la charité et de la mission”.

SourcesDiocese of Saint-Brieuc

The Diocese of Metz reports that Abbé Épiphane Ayih-Akakpo said farewell to parishioners at Grostenquin. The farewell took place at the Saint-Jean-Baptiste church. Many parishioners attended the farewell mass.

SourcesDiocese of Metz

The Archdiocese of Avignon bans harvest in Châteauneuf de Gadagne. The ban is part of a tradition. The Archdiocese of Avignon made the announcement.

SourcesArchdiocese of Avignon

The Diocese of Belfort–Montbéliard announces Mosaïque 2026, a cultural program at the Sacré-Cœur d'Audincourt. The program replaces the Fernand Léger music festival. It includes 30 events and partnerships, with over 4000 participants.

SourcesDiocese of Belfort–Montbéliard

Brazil fined TikTok and Discord this week. The country has been regulating digital platforms for over a decade.

SourcesLa Croix

Donald Trump has renamed Lake Ontario to Lake of America. The lake is located on the border with Canada.

SourcesLa Croix

Pope Leo XIV will visit Paris on September 25-26. A Navigo pass is required to circulate in the city.

SourcesDiocese of Beauvais

Paroisse Sainte Madeleine et les Saint Apôtres held the first edition of Semaine Sainte Madeleine. The event had 5 varied rendezvous. It was open to all.

SourcesArchdiocese of Albi

Thieves stole a 1.5 million euro bronze age treasure in Alicante, Spain. The treasure is the largest gold ensemble in Spain and the second largest in Europe.

SourcesLa Croix

Jesuit Benoît Vermander reports on Christian-Confucian dialogue in Seoul. The dialogue aimed to clarify concepts in both traditions.

SourcesLa Croix

France Assureurs estimates 500 million euros in damages from summer fires in Gironde, Landes, and Var. The fires caused several hundred million euros in damages.

SourcesLa Croix

Iran says it is open to negotiations with the US. Five people were killed in Gaza in Israeli strikes.

SourcesLa Croix

France was already monitoring 360 glacial risk zones in the Alps before the Nepal glacier disaster. Experts warn of dangerous decades ahead due to climate change.

SourcesLa Croix

Ulrich Siegmund is the favorite to win the regional election in Saxe-Anhalt. He is a candidate for the Alternative for Germany party. His campaign has avoided controversy.

SourcesLa Croix

Diocese of Verdun reviews Adrien Candiard's book 'À Philémon, réflexions sur la liberté chrétienne'. The book reflects on Christian freedom.

SourcesDiocese of Verdun

La Croix publishes a column discussing God and natural disasters. The column reflects on a recent mudslide in Nepal and Tibet.

SourcesLa Croix

The Archdiocese of Rennes publishes information on Saint Bernadette Soubirous. The saint is featured on the diocese's website.

SourcesArchdiocese of Rennes

US President Donald Trump signed a decree renaming Lake Ontario to 'Lake America'. The lake is located on the US-Canada border. Trump is engaged in a trade dispute with Canada.

SourcesLa Croix

Authorities in Kherson, Ukraine, have called on residents to evacuate due to the danger of Russian strikes. The city is under threat from Russian attacks.

SourcesLa Croix

The US has shown military power against Iran since February 28. Iran continues to resist despite US operational successes. The conflict's political, industrial, and strategic costs grow for Washington.

SourcesLa Croix

A US federal judge in California has ruled that the Trump administration's sanctions against AI startup Anthropic are illegal. The government can appeal.

SourcesLa Croix

They will meet on August 28-29, 2026.

SourcesLa Croix

Moi et mes enfants organizes a summer university on single-parent families. The event aims to find solutions to improve the daily lives of single-parent families. There are nearly 2.5 million single-parent families in France.

SourcesLa Croix

The Archdiocese of Strasbourg held a meeting for Catholic education leaders. The meeting was organized by the Direction Diocésaine de l’Enseignement Catholique. It took place at the collège des Missions Africaine in Haguenau.

SourcesArchdiocese of Strasbourg

The Diocese of Saint-Brieuc invites to a comedy show with Simon Cojean. The event supports the youth pastoral care of Tréguier.

SourcesDiocese of Saint-Brieuc

A week of festivities and shared joys.

SourcesDiocese of Nantes

Mgr Stanislas Lalanne's funeral was held in Cergy. Many people attended, including religious leaders and officials.

SourcesDiocese of Pontoise

The Amis de la chapelle Sainte-Eugénie invited him. The event is on September 20.

SourcesDiocese of Saint-Brieuc

The Diocese of Belfort–Montbéliard is hosting a Sport&Spi camp with 55 young participants. The camp started on August 24 and will end on August 27. Four participants shared their testimonies before returning to their parents.

SourcesDiocese of Belfort–Montbéliard

Corentin LAGUENS will be ordained deacon by Bishop Jean-Marc MICAS. The ordination mass will be held at 16h in Tarbes. Corentin LAGUENS is a seminarian.

SourcesDiocese of Tarbes et Lourdes

The Diocese of Tarbes et Lourdes reports a pilgrimage to the sanctuary of Notre-Dame de Garaison. The sanctuary is located near Lannemezan. The pilgrimage commemorates the appearance of the Virgin Mary to a young girl in 1515.

SourcesDiocese of Tarbes et Lourdes

The Diocese of Tarbes et Lourdes holds a pilgrimage to the Notre-Dame de Héas sanctuary. The pilgrimage takes place on the first weekend of September. Mgr Jean-Marc MICAS will preside over the mass.

SourcesDiocese of Tarbes et Lourdes

The Archdiocese of Bourges has places available for a prayer vigil at the Stade de France. The event is open to all.

SourcesArchdiocese of Bourges

The Diocese of Viviers is hosting a diocesan gathering called Heureux Bienheureux on September 12, 2026. The event will take place at the Maison diocesaine de Viviers. It will be a day of joy and thanksgiving.

SourcesDiocese of Viviers

The Diocese of Gap-Embrun reports that the Vieux Chaillol cross was found damaged on August 15, 2026. The diocese issued a statement. The cross is a symbol of fraternity.

SourcesDiocese of Gap-Embrun

The Archdiocese of Avignon announces the traditional Saint Gens pilgrimages in September 2026. The COVE organizes two heritage days on September 19 and 20 at the ermitage du Beaucet.

SourcesArchdiocese of Avignon

The Archdiocese of Rennes welcomes Leo XIV The archdiocese published a message on its website.

SourcesArchdiocese of Rennes

Jean-Philippe Toussaint publishes novel. The book is a thriller that explores ethics and love.

SourcesLa Croix

Nvidia has doubled its activity in one year. The company is considering acquiring Hugging Face, a French AI startup.

SourcesLa Croix

The Ebola epidemic has ended in Uganda, but the situation remains critical in the RD-Congo. The ONU is requesting $1.1 billion to combat the outbreak. Over 2,700 people have died in the RD-Congo.

SourcesLa Croix

US military justice sets trial for Khalid Cheikh Mohammed, alleged 9/11 mastermind, to start June 5, 2028, at Guantanamo. The trial date was set after years of legal proceedings.

SourcesLa Croix

France has announced measures to combat wildlife trafficking. The plan was unveiled by Mathieu Lefèvre. The measures aim to fight against the trade of protected species.

SourcesLa Croix

Laurent Burgoa campaigns in Gard for the 2026 senatorial elections. He meets local officials to convince them to vote for him.

SourcesLa Croix

The UK has seen a 23% drop in Channel crossings and asylum requests over the past year, according to official figures. The number of asylum requests has reached its lowest level since 2022.

SourcesLa Croix

The EU has imposed a tax on small packages from China. Imports have decreased by 30-40%. The minister of economy welcomes the result.

SourcesLa Croix

She notes that this summer's fires demonstrate the economy's dependence on ecosystems.

SourcesLa Croix

Carole Martinez writes a weekly column for La Croix. She reflects on her decision to write for the publication.

SourcesLa Croix

He does not alarm at the anxiety of voters. He rejoices at it.

SourcesLa Croix

He praises the talent of great literary chroniclers.

SourcesLa Croix

Frédéric Boyer writes about La Fontaine's wolf in his weekly column. The wolf is a complex character. Boyer discusses the wolf's significance.

SourcesLa Croix

The Diocese of Alsace concluded its pilgrimage to Lourdes. The pilgrims spent their last day in Lourdes.

SourcesArchdiocese of Strasbourg

The documentary explores the city-state's paradoxes. It airs on August 27.

SourcesLa Croix

Meta has agreed to redefine how Facebook and Instagram address adolescents. The agreement gives more control to parents.

SourcesLa Croix

Météo France has placed 23 departments on orange storm alert. Hail, heavy rain and strong winds are expected.

SourcesLa Croix

A 26-year-old man from Russia deliberately drove his car into pedestrians in Caen, killing one and injuring ten. The suspect was arrested in Ouistreham.

SourcesLa Croix

Revolution Medicines has received FDA approval for its oral medication Rasonque to treat pancreatic cancer. The treatment is based on daraxonrasib.

SourcesLa Croix

Sonia Devillers has written a book about a piano confiscated by the Nazis in 1943. The book tells the story of a family of music publishers through archives and major events of the 20th century.

SourcesLa Croix

Altares reports 33,000 executives lost jobs in the first half of the year. A quarter of them are in the construction sector. 180 executives lose their job each day.

SourcesLa Croix