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Pope Leo Likely to Visit France in September, Bishops Say
The French bishops said the trip would likely be a state visit and include a solemn Mass and torchlight procession at Lourdes.
- On Wednesday, the French bishops' conference announced that Pope Leo XIV is anticipated to visit France at the end of September, marking his second visit to a European Union country outside Italy.
- The proposed itinerary includes stops in Paris and Lourdes, with the French bishops' conference asking Catholics to pray in preparation for the pontiff's visit.
- It is unusual for local bishops to announce a papal visit, which is typically a Vatican duty; the Vatican's press office did not immediately respond to requests for comment.
- Pope Leo is also scheduled to visit Spain from June 6-12, marking his first trip to a European Union nation outside Italy.
- Since assuming his role as leader of the Church one year ago, Leo has undertaken three international journeys, establishing an active travel pace early in his papacy.
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