{"id":9126,"date":"2025-03-22T00:51:17","date_gmt":"2025-03-22T00:51:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/news-vm.com\/?p=9126"},"modified":"2025-03-22T00:51:17","modified_gmt":"2025-03-22T00:51:17","slug":"pope-francis-cancels-weekly-prayer-appearance-as-88-year-old-pontiff-remains-in-hospital-with-bronchitis-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/news-vm.com\/?p=9126","title":{"rendered":"Pope Francis cancels weekly prayer appearance as 88 year old Pontiff remains in hospital with bronchitis"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Pope Francis Cancels Weekly Prayer as He Remains Hospitalized for Respiratory Infection<br \/>\nPope Francis has canceled his weekly Sunday prayer appearance as he remains hospitalized for treatment of a respiratory tract infection. The 88-year-old Pontiff was admitted to Rome\u2019s Gemelli Hospital on Friday morning after battling bronchitis for over a week.<\/p><div class=\"cgusb69f5eb30cd271\" ><div style=\"width:100%; max-width:1200px; margin:0 auto;\">\n  <a href=\"https:\/\/bolt-casino.com?r=0BFDBF1283\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n    <img \n      src=\"https:\/\/news-vm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/f8693ebb-2018-480f-a2f7-0096810c07f0.jpg\" \n      alt=\"200% Deposit Bonus + 10% Cashback\" \n      style=\"width:100%; height:auto; display:block; border-radius:8px; cursor:pointer;\"\n    \/>\n  <\/a>\n<\/div><\/div><style type=\"text\/css\">\r\n@media screen and (min-width: 1201px) {\r\n.cgusb69f5eb30cd271 {\r\ndisplay: block;\r\n}\r\n}\r\n@media screen and (min-width: 993px) and (max-width: 1200px) {\r\n.cgusb69f5eb30cd271 {\r\ndisplay: block;\r\n}\r\n}\r\n@media screen and (min-width: 769px) and (max-width: 992px) {\r\n.cgusb69f5eb30cd271 {\r\ndisplay: block;\r\n}\r\n}\r\n@media screen and (min-width: 768px) and (max-width: 768px) {\r\n.cgusb69f5eb30cd271 {\r\ndisplay: block;\r\n}\r\n}\r\n@media screen and (max-width: 767px) {\r\n.cgusb69f5eb30cd271 {\r\ndisplay: block;\r\n}\r\n}\r\n<\/style>\r\n\n<p>Vatican Confirms Pope\u2019s Condition and Ongoing Treatment<br \/>\nIn an official statement, the Vatican confirmed his absence, emphasizing that Francis will remain under medical care for as long as necessary to ensure a full recovery. His medical team made the decision to cancel the appearance \u201cto facilitate his recovery,\u201d underscoring the need for rest and close monitoring.<\/p>\n<p>On Saturday, the Pope\u2019s treatment was adjusted following additional microbiological findings. Vatican officials reported that \u201ctoday\u2019s laboratory tests showed an improvement in some values.\u201d However, no definitive timeline has been set for his release.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe will see how he reacts to treatment. I don\u2019t have a precise date for his release,\u201d said Matteo Bruni, director of the Vatican\u2019s press office. Later updates reassured the public that the Pope \u201cdid not show any fever\u201d and had received Communion, spending his time alternating between rest, prayer, and reading.<\/p>\n<p>A History of Health Challenges<br \/>\nPope Francis\u2019 hospitalization marks his fourth stay at Gemelli in recent years. Rome\u2019s largest medical facility, the hospital has a dedicated papal suite historically used to treat Popes, including the late John Paul II during his 26-year papacy. Francis himself was previously treated there in June 2023 for an abdominal hernia.<\/p>\n<p>The Pope has faced ongoing health challenges in recent years. Now relying on a wheelchair, walker, or cane due to mobility issues, he has endured influenza, abdominal surgery, and recurring lung infections. His respiratory issues stem from major lung surgery in his youth after developing pleurisy.<\/p>\n<p>Concerns over his health had already been growing before his hospitalization. Last month, at several public events, he struggled to read statements, requiring aides to step in and deliver his prepared remarks. Despite these difficulties, he had maintained an exceptionally demanding schedule.<\/p>\n<p>Demanding Schedule and Canceled Engagements<br \/>\nSince Christmas, Francis has presided over Jubilee events every other weekend while handling a full calendar of private audiences. On Monday alone, he met with:<\/p>\n<p>The Vatican ambassador to Croatia<br \/>\nA delegation of bishops from Madagascar<br \/>\nThe European Union\u2019s foreign policy chief<br \/>\nA candidate for the next UNESCO chief<br \/>\nThe rector of the Grand Mosque of Paris<br \/>\nRussian painter Nikas Safronov<br \/>\nThis weekend, he was scheduled to meet with artists and lead a Jubilee audience at Rome\u2019s renowned Cinecitt\u00e0 Studios, but the Vatican has since canceled those appearances.<\/p>\n<p>Faithful Gather in Prayer for Pope\u2019s Recovery<br \/>\nOutside Gemelli Hospital, worshippers gathered near the statue of Pope John Paul II, offering prayers for Francis\u2019 swift recovery.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe found out yesterday morning, with sadness,\u201d said Giovanni Di Muro, an Italian visiting his son at the hospital. \u201cWe hope it\u2019s nothing serious, and that everything will be fine.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>While his condition appears stable, questions remain about how much longer Pope Francis can sustain his physically demanding role. As the Vatican closely monitors his health, the faithful continue to pray for his strength and recovery, hoping he will soon be able to resume his duties.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Pope Francis Cancels Weekly Prayer as He Remains Hospitalized for Respiratory Infection Pope Francis has canceled his weekly Sunday prayer appearance as he remains hospitalized for treatment of a respiratory tract infection. The 88-year-old Pontiff was admitted to Rome\u2019s Gemelli Hospital on Friday morning after battling bronchitis for over a week. 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