Pope Francis' state of health: prayers for recovery grow

Pope Francis' state of health: prayers for recovery grow

Gemelli-Krankenhaus, 00168 Rom, Italien - Pope Francis has overcome a respiratory crisis and is still in the Gemelli Clinic in Rome, where he is being treated for a respiratory infection. According to the information from Vatican sources, its condition has improved significantly on Sunday, although it continues to need oxygen to support his breathing. The past few days were not easy for the Pope, who had recently suffered an acute asthmatic shortness of breath that required blood transfusion to compensate for its low blood tile, such as vienna.at . Nevertheless, he was optimistic on Sunday morning and emphasized that peace is an important part of his therapy.

thanksgiving and prayers

In a text for the Angelus prayer, the Pope thanked the treating doctors and everyone who prays for him. The letters and drawings of children who touched him were particularly touching. "I thank everyone for the recovery wishes and the prayers of the consolation from all over the world," he said. Despite his state of health, the Pope also thinks of the current events, such as the anniversary of the Ukraine War, and asks the believers to pray for peace worldwide, as he expressed in a message. Special prayers for his health are also organized in the church, while believers gather in front of the clinic in order to pray for an early recovery, such as Vaticannews.de reported.

The Pope's determination to continue and inspire people despite his health challenges is repeatedly praised. Experts rule out that, like his predecessor, Benedict XVI. could withdraw for health reasons. According to Cardinal Gerhard Ludwig Müller, the Pope remains mentally fit and shows that he is also a strong sign of hope and faith for many in his bedside.