Pope Leo XIV celebrated Mass in Paris before a crowd of 800,000 people, dw.com reports. The event took place on Sunday, September 27, 2026. According to dw.com, the pope is also scheduled to meet with victims of sexual abuse.
The visit comes as the Catholic Church in France continues to face scrutiny over abuse. Reporting cited by Sina Finance states that 330,000 children were abused by the church in France over a 70-year period. The pope has said the church must acknowledge its errors, according to that report.
The trip has drawn wide attention in France. RFI reported on how the pope has generated enthusiasm among the French public during his visit.
Other topics have also featured in the pope's remarks. Lianhe Zaobao reported that Leo XIV said euthanasia cannot be treated as "normal." Phoenix News reported that he warned about the risks of artificial intelligence, cautioning against losing humanity in a "machine paradise."
The Mass and the planned meeting with abuse survivors are the central events of the Paris stop. The pope's comments on abuse, end-of-life issues and technology have shaped coverage of the visit across multiple outlets.
What to watch next: whether the pope's meeting with abuse victims produces concrete commitments from the church in France.
