By Vatican News
The faithful of Rome and pilgrims visiting the Eternal City who wish to pray for Pope Francis can still gather in St Peter’s Square to participate via video link with officials of the Roman Curia inside the Paul VI Hall.
The Holy See Press Office announced on Sunday that the nightly Rosary will take place around 6.00 pm, following the conclusion of Vespers and the 5.00 pm meditation for the annual Spiritual Exercises, taking place on Mar 10-14.
“As per tradition, this time of recollection and prayer represents a moment of silence and discernment for the Holy Father’s collaborators, who will come together in a spirit of reflection and listening to the Word of God, continuing to pray for his health,” read a statement. “At the conclusion of the Spiritual Exercises, on Friday, Mar 14, the community prayer will resume in a renewed form, remaining a sign of faith and ecclesial communion.”
Starting on Monday, the Rosary will be broadcast in St Peter’s Square and on the channels of Vatican News, allowing everyone to join in praying for the Pope’s health.
Pope Francis has been hospitalized at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital since Feb 14 to receive treatment for bilateral pneumonia. – Vatican News
