Pope Leo XIV will meet with victims of clerical sex abuse in Lourdes as part of a four‑day official visit to France, marking the first papal trip to the country in almost twenty years.
The meeting is scheduled to take place in Lourdes, a prominent Catholic pilgrimage site known for its spiritual significance and healing traditions.
During the visit, the Pope is expected to speak with survivors of abuse, offering a platform for their voices and a chance to address the Church’s ongoing efforts to confront and prevent such misconduct.
This trip follows a series of diplomatic and pastoral engagements that the pontiff has undertaken in recent months, underscoring his commitment to tackling the global issue of clerical sexual abuse.
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