# Pope Leo XIV Sends Solidarity Message to Colombia After Earthquake

Pope Leo XIV called Colombian President Abelardo De la Espriella to express solidarity following a devastating earthquake.

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Pope Leo XIV held a telephone conversation with Colombian President Abelardo De la Espriella on Wednesday to express solidarity following a severe earthquake in Colombia. [^1]

Four textile companies in the Roanne region manufactured 5,000 new liturgical stoles for the Pope's visit. [^2]

Pope Leo XIV is scheduled to hold multiple services in the French cities of Lourdes and Metz between September 25 and 28. [^3]

The Diocese of Daule will host the IV Encuentro Juvenil Diocesano on September 5 and 6, 2026, at the Unidad Educativa Santa Narcisa de Jesús in Nobol. [^4]

Vanity Fair magazine included Pope Leo XIV in its 2026 list of best-dressed figures, placing him in the 'The Originals' category. [^5]

A fundraising campaign for Pope Leo XIV's September trip to France has achieved unexpected success. [^6]

The Vatican reported that the pontiff expressed solidarity with families of the deceased, the injured, and those participating in rescue and care efforts. [^7]

Antoine Saint-Pierre, president of one of the four companies, explained that the production was a response to a request from the French Bishops' Conference. [^8]

The 5,000 stoles are ecru in color and feature a blue cross woven in relief at the ends. [^9]

Pope Leo XIV conveyed condolences to President Abelardo de la Espriella regarding the loss of human lives in Colombia. [^10]

The meeting between Pope Leo XIV and President Abelardo de la Espriella lasted for 20 minutes. [^11]

Pope León XIV reiterated his solidarity with those suffering from the earthquake's consequences, specifically highlighting support for the families of the deceased, the injured, rescue teams, and humanitarian personnel. [^12]

## What this stands on

1. Pope Leo XIV held a telephone conversation with Colombian President Abelardo De la Espriella on Wednesday to express solidarity following a severe earthquake in Colombia. (Vanguardia, News)
2. Four textile companies in the Roanne region manufactured 5,000 new liturgical stoles for the Pope's visit. (Jurnalul, News)
3. Pope Leo XIV is scheduled to hold multiple services in the French cities of Lourdes and Metz between September 25 and 28. (Jurnalul, News)
4. The Diocese of Daule will host the IV Encuentro Juvenil Diocesano on September 5 and 6, 2026, at the Unidad Educativa Santa Narcisa de Jesús in Nobol. (Diario Expreso, News)
5. Vanity Fair magazine included Pope Leo XIV in its 2026 list of best-dressed figures, placing him in the 'The Originals' category. (Republika Online, News)
6. A fundraising campaign for Pope Leo XIV's September trip to France has achieved unexpected success. (ncregister.com, News)
7. The Vatican reported that the pontiff expressed solidarity with families of the deceased, the injured, and those participating in rescue and care efforts. (Vanguardia, News)
8. Antoine Saint-Pierre, president of one of the four companies, explained that the production was a response to a request from the French Bishops' Conference. (Jurnalul, News)
9. The 5,000 stoles are ecru in color and feature a blue cross woven in relief at the ends. (Jurnalul, News)
10. Pope Leo XIV conveyed condolences to President Abelardo de la Espriella regarding the loss of human lives in Colombia. (elnuevosiglo.com.co, News)
11. The meeting between Pope Leo XIV and President Abelardo de la Espriella lasted for 20 minutes. (elnuevosiglo.com.co, News)
12. Pope León XIV reiterated his solidarity with those suffering from the earthquake's consequences, specifically highlighting support for the families of the deceased, the injured, rescue teams, and humanitarian personnel. (La Opinión, News)

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