During an address to French bishops at the Shrine of Our Lady of Lourdes, Pope Leo XIV highlighted the central role of Marian devotion as a path to Christ and urged church leaders to actively engage in public dialogue. He acknowledged the historic and cultural ties between the Church and France, asserting that the Church maintains a necessary, prophetic voice on key social and moral issues, even when facing opposition. Touching on the nation’s secular framework, he encouraged the bishops to defend religious freedoms, Catholic education, and public worship while addressing internal issues like the abuse scandal and declining vocations. Ultimately, he pointed to the renewal of family life as the vital foundation for overcoming broader societal and ecclesial challenges.