Photos: Pope Leo draws hundreds of thousands for open-air Mass in Paris
Summary
Pope Leo XIV led an open-air Mass on the Champs-Elysees in Paris, attracting about 800,000 people, which was more than expected. The Mass took place near Place de la Concorde, a historic square with strong republican symbolism, and sparked some debate over the choice of location.Key Facts
- About 800,000 people attended the open-air Mass led by Pope Leo XIV in Paris.
- The crowd was larger than the 600,000 people who had originally registered.
- The pope traveled along the Champs-Elysees in a popemobile for a 2-kilometer parade.
- The Mass was held at Place de la Concorde, a famous Paris square linked to the French Revolution.
- Place de la Concorde is a symbol of the French republic and often hosts Bastille Day events.
- Some people criticized holding the Mass there because France has a law separating church and state since 1905.
- Critics suggested other locations, like Les Invalides, could have been better for the Mass.
- The Vatican organized the event and described it as a historic moment for the square.
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