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Pope Leo XIV Prays Rosary in Lourdes
Pope Leo XIV leads a torchlit rosary procession in Lourdes, walking with millions of pilgrims in hope and healing.
In brief
Pope Leo XIV leads a torchlit rosary procession in Lourdes, walking with millions of pilgrims in hope and healing. Pope Leo XIV emphasizes hope and Christ's presence amid suffering during a Lourdes rosary procession. Originally reported by Vaticannews.
Pope's Lourdes Journey
Pope Leo XIV walks with thousands of pilgrims in Lourdes during a torchlit rosary procession.
“How moving it is to see the faithful, from one generation to the next, respond with love and trust to the tender invitation of the Virgin Mary.”
Nighttime Procession
Pope Leo XIV starts the procession at 9pm from the Grotto of Massabielle with thousands of pilgrims.
“The light that guides us and draws us onward is the light of hope, which never abandons us even as we journey through this life.”
Pilgrims in Hope
Pilgrims recite prayers and hold candles during the rosary, including those in wheelchairs with blankets.
“The sufferings of this present time are not worth comparing with the glory about to be revealed to us.”
Pope's Message
Pope Leo XIV links hope and Christ's presence to healing suffering through divine grace.
“It is because God grants us the grace to perceive the life-giving presence of the risen Christ among us.”
Lourdes Healing
The rosary procession offers hope and healing for those facing suffering in Lourdes.
“The light of hope never abandons us even as we journey through this life.”
The key point
Pope Leo XIV emphasizes hope and Christ's presence amid suffering during a Lourdes rosary procession.
