Vatican – The Vatican has announced a series of evening rosary prayers for the health of Pope Francis, starting Monday, in St. Peter’s Square.
The initiative, which begins at 9:00 PM, will bring together Cardinals residing in Rome, collaborators of the Roman Curia, and the Diocese of Rome.
According to the Holy See Press Office, the prayer will be led by Cardinal Secretary of State Pietro Parolin.
This move comes amidst a global outpouring of prayer for the Pope’s recovery.
In his Angelus address, published and distributed on Sunday, Pope Francis expressed gratitude for the prayers.
Earlier, Cardinal Baldassare Reina celebrated a special Mass for the Pope’s recovery at the Papal Basilica of St. John Lateran in Rome.
Additionally, Cardinal Matteo Maria Zuppi led a rosary at the Basilica of San Domenico in Bologna, praying for the Pope’s health.
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