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Pope Francis

Pope makes surprise second appearance in public  

Pope Francis made a surprise second appearance in public yesterday at St Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican, arriving in a wheelchair at about 12.30pm local time. Source: CNA.

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King Charles and Queen Camilla meet with Pope

King Charles and Queen Camilla met privately with the Pope yesterday, having earlier postponed their official state visit to the Vatican because of the pontiff’s health, the Vatican press office said. Source: OSV News.

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Jesus’ love is freely given: Pope’s catechesis on Mark

Pope Francis has called on the faithful to let go of all that is getting in the way of welcoming God’s incredible love for them. Source: Vatican News.

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Pope slowly returns to routine as he continues his recovery

As Pope Francis continues his recovery, he is slowly returning to his routine of meeting Holy See officials, the Vatican press office said yesterday. Source: CNS.

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Pope makes surprise appearance at Mass in St Peter’s Square

Pope Francis yesterday made his first public appearance since leaving hospital two weeks ago, coming into St Peter’s Square at the close of a Mass for the Jubilee of the Sick and Healthcare Workers. Source: Crux.

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Pope’s condition remains stable, with slight improvement 

Pope Francis’ condition remains stable, and an X-ray showed there has been a slight improvement regarding his lingering lung infection, the Vatican press office said yesterday. Source: OSV News.

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Pope showing  ‘slight improvements’ as convalescence continues 

Home from the hospital after more than five weeks, Pope Francis is showing “slight improvements” in his breathing, ability to speak and mobility, the Vatican press office says. Source: CNS.

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Vatican publishes Holy Week, Easter schedule with no mention of Pope

As Pope Francis continues his convalescence, the Vatican published a full calendar of Holy Week and Easter liturgies with no indication of who would preside or be the main celebrant. Source: CNS.

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King Charles postpones visit to Vatican, sends Pope best wishes for recovery

King Charles and Queen Camilla have postponed their visit to the Vatican on the advice of Pope Francis’ doctors, who say the Pope needs more rest time following his recent illness. Source: CNA.