'Pope Fever' Grips France Ahead of Pope Leo XIV's Visit
Pope Leo XIV is expected to draw large crowds during his visit to France, where he will also address challenges facing Europe's future.
Pope Leo XIV is set to visit France as part of a broader trip to Europe, with large crowds expected to turn out to see him during the visit.
The visit comes as the pontiff is expected to address issues concerning the future of the European continent, touching on some of the challenges facing the region.
Anticipation surrounding the visit has been described as "Pope fever," reflecting the level of public interest ahead of his appearances in the country.
Further details of the pope's itinerary and the specific events he will attend in France are expected to be confirmed as the visit approaches.
Sources
- 'Pope fever' takes hold as Pope Leo visits France — Deutsche Welle — English
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