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Featured Faith Fragment: News on the Pope’s Health
As of now, there are no reports from Vatican News or other credible sources indicating any serious health concerns for Pope Francis. The Pope continues to carry out his papal duties, including public appearances and meetings, though he occasionally faces health challenges due to his age and pre-existing conditions.
Recent Updates on Pope Francis' Health:
Public Appearances: Pope Francis has been actively participating in audiences, Masses, and events. His most recent public engagements have not indicated any significant health issues.
Mobility Issues: The Pope continues to experience chronic knee pain, which often requires him to use a wheelchair or cane. This has been a consistent issue over the past few years.
Previous Health Concerns:
In March 2023, he was hospitalized briefly for bronchitis but recovered quickly and resumed his duties.
He has one functioning lung (due to surgery in his youth) and deals with sciatica, which occasionally causes mobility difficulties.
Vatican News and Official Statements:
As of today, Vatican News has not issued any alerts or updates about new health concerns for Pope Francis.
The Pope continues to maintain a busy schedule, balancing his responsibilities with necessary rest and medical care.
If you are looking for real-time updates, I recommend checking the official Vatican News website or trusted Catholic news outlets like Crux or America Magazine. Let me know if you'd like help finding specific information!
Liturgical Calendar for the Week of 3/9/25-3/15/25:
Sun, Mar 16, 2025: 2nd Sunday in Lent
Mon, Mar 17, 2025: Monday of the 2nd Week in Lent
Tue, Mar 18, 2025: Tuesday of the 2nd Week in Lent
Wed, Mar 19, 2025: Joesph, Husband of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Thu, Mar 20, 2025: Thursday of the 3rd Week in Lent
Fri, Mar 21, 2025: Friday of the 3rd Week in Lent
Sat, Mar 22, 2025: Saturday of the 3rd Week in Lent
Breviary Specific:
It is Week I of the Psalter, as found in Volume II of the Four-Volume Set.
Website Updates from this Week (3/2/25-3/8/25, in the course of 14.3 hours):
Added Liturgical Calendar to Footer to Welcome: https://www.vivatagnusdei.com
Logging more books to later be added to More Reading: https://www.vivatagnusdei.com/faith/assertions/read
Ongoing work on the Book
Work has commenced on a series for grieving to be announced and released at some point in the next 4 weeks