Pope Francis expressed gratitude to his supporters in a heartfelt recording as he continues treatment for serious respiratory issues, echoing hope and faith among the committed followers praying for his recovery.
Pope Francis Thanks Faithful in First Message from Hospital
Pope Francis Thanks Faithful in First Message from Hospital
An audio message from Pope Francis, recorded in hospital, resonates with thousands gathered in St. Peter's Square.
In a landmark moment on Thursday evening, Pope Francis's voice was finally heard after a three-week silence, reverberating through St. Peter’s Square where numerous faithful gathered to pray for his recovery. The audio message, played over loudspeakers, showed the Pope thanking everyone for their continued prayers during his hospitalization. “I thank you from the bottom of my heart for your prayers for my health from the square,” stated Francis, speaking in his native Spanish with noticeable effort. His words generated enthusiastic applause from the crowd that has gathered daily, holding rosary prayers since his hospitalization on February 14 due to severe bronchitis and resultant pneumonia.
Currently, the 88-year-old pontiff remains at the Policlinico Agostino Gemelli, where he has been battling infections. In recent updates, medical staff indicated that while his condition is stable, it has been described as complex. He has experienced respiratory crises requiring mechanical ventilation, which has informed the cautious optimism surrounding his health.
As an indication of the widespread concern for his well-being, the Vatican reported that a dedicated rosary has been recited every evening at 9 PM in his honor. Participants, including his fellow Argentines and international supporters, have shared their hopes for the Pope’s recovery. One attendee, Anna Urru, remarked, “I hope the Lord gives him the strength to hold on,” accentuating the collective spirit that brings many together in support of the Pope during this trying time.
The Vatican plans to release further medical updates, with an anticipation that the pontiff's voice will continue to inspire and uplift as he faces this significant health challenge.
Currently, the 88-year-old pontiff remains at the Policlinico Agostino Gemelli, where he has been battling infections. In recent updates, medical staff indicated that while his condition is stable, it has been described as complex. He has experienced respiratory crises requiring mechanical ventilation, which has informed the cautious optimism surrounding his health.
As an indication of the widespread concern for his well-being, the Vatican reported that a dedicated rosary has been recited every evening at 9 PM in his honor. Participants, including his fellow Argentines and international supporters, have shared their hopes for the Pope’s recovery. One attendee, Anna Urru, remarked, “I hope the Lord gives him the strength to hold on,” accentuating the collective spirit that brings many together in support of the Pope during this trying time.
The Vatican plans to release further medical updates, with an anticipation that the pontiff's voice will continue to inspire and uplift as he faces this significant health challenge.
