Pope Francis's Visit to Corsica

SOURCE www.ibtimes.com
Pope Francis will visit Corsica on December 15 for a conference on the Catholic faith, skipping the Notre Dame reopening ceremony in Paris to avoid being a distraction. The visit to Corsica will be the first ever by a pope.

Key Points

  • Pope Francis declined invitation to Notre Dame ceremony to avoid distraction
  • Visit to Corsica will focus on the Catholic faith and pastoral matters
  • Corsica visit will be the first ever by a pope

Pros

  • Promotes dialogue on the Catholic faith in the Mediterranean
  • Opportunity to connect with Catholic communities in Corsica

Cons

  • Misses Notre Dame reopening ceremony in Paris