AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoPapal Spotlight in Paris: Pope Leo XIV’s second day in France hit a peak at Place de la Concorde, with the Vatican citing about 700,000 (Reuters: 800,000) for a giant open-air Mass after a popemobile ride down the Champs-Élysées, as crowds chanted “Leo, Leo” and “Long live the Pope,” including major political figures like Brigitte Macron and Marine Le Pen. Faith vs. Secular France: In a country shaped by laïcité, the pope framed religion as compatible with public life, urging Catholics to “let it overflow” and warning against a “paradise of machines” tied to AI. Next Stop, Lourdes: Hours later, Leo arrived in Lourdes for prayers at the Grotto of Massabielle and a Sunday schedule that includes a private meeting with seven clergy abuse survivors, drawing fresh scrutiny over how the Church handles accountability. Queer Culture Win: French filmmaker Marine Atlan’s debut “La Gradiva” took top prizes at the 30th Queer Lisboa festival, while the event set a record for attendance. Social Integration Theme: Leo also visited the Maison Bakhita center in Paris, calling for dignity and peace as he met migrants ahead of the biggest crowd day.
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