Pope Francis “particularly touched by the popular fervor” in Corsica and the “so warm” welcome received during his visit

Pope Francis traveled to Corsica on Sunday for a “historic” visit where he celebrated a giant mass.

During his general audience held Wednesday, December 18, the Pope thanked Corsica for the welcome “so warm” that he received during his visit to the island on Sunday, reports France Bleu RCFM.

“The recent trip to Corsica, where I was received so warmly, particularly touched me by its popular fervor, where faith is not a private fact, but also by the number of children present. A great joy and great hope”the Pope told the faithful.

Pope Francis also had a word for Mayotte after the passage of Cyclone Chido which left at least 31 dead and 1,418 injured. He addressed “his concern for the inhabitants of the archipelago” and addressed a prayer to them, “May God grant rest to those who have lost their lives, necessary relief to all those in need and comfort to the afflicted families”declared the sovereign pontiff.