Pope Leo XIV visit marks new pastoral year for French parishes

Catholic parishes in France are preparing for the new pastoral year, highlighted by the upcoming visit of Pope Leo XIV.

In Toulouse, the cathedral parishes are focusing on the theme ‘So that the world may have life,’ emphasizing the importance of building concrete fraternities within the community to combat modern social isolation. A unit mass is scheduled for October 4 at the Jacobins to foster this sense of brotherhood.

In Paris, the Saint-Esprit Parish is centering its pastoral axis on ‘Meeting the Other.’ The parish has announced several spiritual programs, including preparation for the effusion of the Holy Spirit, Creed formation for catechumens, and studies on the Beatitudes.