In a highly anticipated trip, Pope Francis is set to visit Luxembourg and Belgium in September, marking an important milestone for the Catholic communities in both countries.
On September 26th, 2024, the Pope will spend a day in Luxembourg, where he will meet with Cardinal Jean-Claude Hollerich, the Jesuit archbishop of Luxembourg.
This visit is seen as a nod to the cardinal’s influential role in the Catholic Church.
Following his visit to Luxembourg, the Pope will travel to Belgium, where he will spend four days visiting the cities of Brussels, Leuven, and Louvain-la-Neuve.
The trip coincides with the 600th anniversary of the country’s two main Catholic universities, making it a significant event for the Catholic community in Belgium.
This trip marks the first time a Pope has visited Belgium since 1995, when Pope John Paul II made a historic visit to the country.
Pope Francis’s visit is highly anticipated, with many Catholics in Belgium and Luxembourg eagerly awaiting the opportunity to see the Pope in person.
The Pope’s visit comes less than two weeks after his trip to Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, East Timor, and Singapore, demonstrating his continued commitment to engaging with Catholic communities around the world.
