Pope blasts assisted dying as 'false compassion' at French shrine known for miraculous cures
Also reported by ABC News
Summary
Pope Leo XIV visited Lourdes, France, and spoke against the legalization of medically assisted death, calling it "false compassion." He emphasized the Catholic belief in protecting human life from beginning to natural death and visited a care center for sick people during his trip.Key Facts
- Pope Leo XIV spoke at Lourdes, a French Catholic shrine known for miraculous cures.
- He criticized laws allowing assisted dying for adults with incurable illnesses as immoral.
- The pope said human dignity cannot be denied by laws or algorithms.
- Lourdes attracts millions of pilgrims, many sick or disabled, hoping for cures from its famous spring water.
- The pope celebrated Mass before about 150,000 people, including many in wheelchairs.
- Lourdes is also a place of healing for survivors of clergy sexual abuse.
- The French Catholic Church faces ongoing challenges regarding past abuse scandals.
- The pope urged respect for life and praised French bishops' efforts to support abuse victims.
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