https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/hundreds-of-thousands-turn-out-for-pope-leo-s-popemobile-parade-along-champs-lys-es-ahead-of-massContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/hundreds-of-thousands-turn-out-for-pope-leo-s-popemobile-parade-along-champs-lys-es-ahead-of-masshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/hundreds-of-thousands-turn-out-for-pope-leo-s-popemobile-parade-along-champs-lys-es-ahead-of-mass#u93567Thu, 01 Oct 2026 21:03:39 +0000Hundreds of thousands of people gathered in Paris for Pope Leo XIV's popemobile parade along the Champs-Élysées and a massive outdoor Mass at Place de la Concorde. The event drew a large crowd of various faiths and ages, showcasing the Catholic Church's enduring influence in France despite secular trends. The Pope encouraged attendees to share their faith and prayed for the Holy Spirit to flow throughout France.Why it mattersThe Pope's visit to France marks the first official papal state visit in 18 years. It began on Friday with his arrival and prayer at the restored Notre Dame