Vatican opens solemn run-up to Easter with recovering Pope Francis on the sidelines

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Vatican opens solemn run-up to Easter with recovering Pope Francis on the sidelines

Thursday 17th April 2025, 11:49AM

Pope Francis, recovering from pneumonia, has delegated Holy Week's major liturgical services to cardinals. Despite his absence from the Holy Thursday Mass, reports suggest a possible private visit to a Rome prison, a tradition he values. Improving after a hospital stay, Francis recently met with his medical team, expressing gratitude.

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