Pope Francis looks out Vatican window again and prays for peace after bronchitis

he pope francisco Today he appears again window of apostolic palace for prayer Angelusafter he recently developed respiratory problems and took the opportunity to ask Peace In Ukraine, the Middle East and around the world.

“Good morning, dear brothers and sisters, and happy celebrations,” the Argentine pope announced to the hundreds of faithful listening to him in St. Peter’s Square, his voice still slightly tired.

“A”lung inflammationIn recent weeks, he has been forced to lead Angelus prayers at his Vatican residence, Casa Santa Marta, rather than from the traditional window, and delegated the reading of the speech to collaborators.

Yesterday, Thursday, he was able to deliver his planned speeches to various audiences without assistance, returning to normal after suffering bronchitis.

Pope Francis will celebrate his 87th birthday on December 17. He will leave the Vatican at 4:00 pm local time today and go to the Spanish Steps in Rome to pay homage to the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary, who is suffering from the disease. Leaving the Vatican for the first time after bronchitis.

Before doing so, you’ll pass the nearby Basilica of Santa Maria della Mayor, which bestows the “Blessing of the People of Rome” icon with the title of “Golden Rose”, a recognition bestowed by popes since the Middle Ages.

When the Pope walked out of the window of the Apostolic Palace, he was greeted with applause from the faithful.

Francis encouraged “everyone, especially the faithful in Rome” to pray to the Immaculate Conception and to be “spiritually united” with him this afternoon when he visits her monument in Rome.

He called for “especially prayers for peace.”

“For peace in Ukraine, for peace in Palestine and Israel, and for all lands damaged by war. Let us pray for peace, for peace of mind. Let there be peace in the world,” he urged.

According to information from EFE