LDS representative joins Pope Leo XIV's interfaith gathering in France
September 30, 2026 at 5:03 PM MT · via ABC4 Utah · Summarized by Mormon News from original reporting
A local leader of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints participated in an interreligious meeting during Pope Leo XIV's visit to France, according to ABC4 Utah.
The gathering on the final day of the Pope's French visit brought together representatives from multiple faith communities for interfaith dialogue. The LDS representative joined Catholic, Protestant, Jewish, Muslim, and other religious leaders.
The Church has increasingly participated in high-profile interfaith events with Catholic leadership in recent years, emphasizing areas of shared concern and cooperation.
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