France is a country that, since the early 20th century, has built its politics and civil life around a strict practice of secularism. 

The law even bans the wearing of crosses and other religious symbols in some public institutions. 

So how much of a shock has it been to see Pope Leo draw massive crowds during his brief visit to France? An estimated 800,000 people turned out to see him in Paris. 

And does it suggest a religious revival in a country where only about 5% of people attend church each week?

GUEST:

  • Professor CHARLES MERCIER specialises in public religion at the School of Advanced Studies in Paris.

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