Shafaq News/ On Sunday, Pope Francis affirmed facing a“period of trial” as he undergoes treatment for pneumonia complications,expressing gratitude for prayers and medical care.
In a message released by the Vatican from his room atGemelli Hospital in Rome, the pontiff stated, “I join with so many brothers andsisters who are sick: fragile, at this time, like me… Our bodies are weak but,even like this, nothing can prevent us from loving, praying, giving ourselves,being for each other, in faith, shining signs of hope.”
The Pope has been receiving treatment since February 14 fora respiratory infection that spread to his lungs, marking his fifth absencefrom the Angelus prayer at St. Peter’s Square. While his condition hasimproved, doctors stress that he still requires additional recovery time.
Despite his absence, Pope Francis acknowledged childrengathered outside the hospital with balloons in Vatican flag colors, stating, “Iknow that many children are praying for me … Thank you, dearest children! ThePope loves you and is always waiting to meet you.”
He also renewed calls for prayers for peace in conflictzones, including Ukraine, Palestine, Israel, Sudan, and Lebanon. Additionally,he praised medical staff for their dedication, emphasizing that “loving careilluminates the [hospital] rooms and corridors.”
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