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Pope Leon XIV is on his second day of visit to France, meeting with migrants in Paris and advocating for living together in dignity and peace, with a large mass planned at Concorde for an estimated 600,000 faithful.
The Maison Bakhita, a 'tiers-lieu' (third place) for exiled individuals, will host Pope Leon XIV, emphasizing their unconditional welcome to people.
Excitement and final preparations are underway at Place de la Concorde for a large mass to be celebrated by Pope Leon XIV, described as a fervor that awakens the soul.
Addressing 80,000 people in an energized Stade de France, Pope Leon XIV urged young people towards holiness and religious vocations during a vigil filled with song, exchange, and prayer.
The Pope's first day in France was marked by scenes of public joy in Paris, including a papamobile procession and fireworks, as reported by Le Figaro.
The security arrangements for Pope Leon XIV's visit to France involve maximum protection amidst significant popular fervor, presenting complex logistical challenges.