Pope Leo XIV arrives in Paris at start of 4-day visit to France

A ‘porter’ who led others to Christ: Archbishop Fulton Sheen declared ‘blessed’

Pope Leo XIV announced Blessed Sheen’s feast day will be on Dec. 9, the anniversary of his death.

Blessed Fulton J. Sheen: His beatification in photos

Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen was declared “blessed” by Pope Leo XIV on Sept. 24.

LIVE UPDATES: Pope Leo XIV in France

Pope Leo XIV is visiting France from Sept. 25–28. Follow here for live updates of his trip.

Pope Leo XIV arrives in Paris at start of 4-day visit to France

The pontiff is expected to proclaim Catholic social teaching to a secular country showing signs of Christian revival.