Lourdes

Pope Leo concluded his visit to the Marian shrine of Lourdes with a candlelit procession through its heart, describing himself as a 'pilgrim among pilgrims'. He urged the faithful to persevere on their spiritual journey, drawing inspiration from the Immaculate Conception. Catholic commentators highlighted the humility of his framing and the symbolism of closing the pilgrimage at one of the Church's most visited shrines.