Cardinal Blase Cupich Asks for Prayers for Pope Francis
Pope Francis Remains Hospitalized in Critical Condition
Chicago’s Catholic community and those of other faiths offered prayers Saturday for Pope Francis, who remained hospitalized in critical condition suffering from complex respiratory ailments.
The Archdiocese of Chicago said in a statement Saturday night that it had “received word that the Pope’s condition worsened this morning.”
Cardinal Blase Cupich’s Request for Prayers
“Please continue your prayers for his recovery and for the health care professionals working to lead him through this setback,” Cardinal Blase Cupich, Archbishop of Chicago, said in a statement. “We ask our Merciful Lord to restore Pope Francis to good health and to keep him free from pain as he receives treatment.”
Pope Francis’s Condition Worsens
The 88-year-old Francis, who has been hospitalized for a week with a complex lung infection, also received blood transfusions after tests showed a condition associated with anemia, the Vatican said in an update Saturday.
“He is not out of danger,” said his personal physician, Dr. Luigi Carbone. “So like all fragile patients I say they are always on the golden scale: In other words, it takes very little to become unbalanced.”
Nuns Pray for Pope Francis
Nuns pray for Pope Francis in front of the Agostino Gemelli Polyclinic, in Rome, Saturday, Feb. 22, 2025, where the Pontiff is hospitalized since Friday, Feb. 14.
Pope Francis’s Background
Francis, who has chronic lung disease, was admitted to Rome’s Gemelli hospital on Feb. 14 after a weeklong bout of bronchitis worsened.
Francis has led the Catholic Church since 2013.
Conclusion
As the world prays for Pope Francis’s recovery, it is essential to remember the importance of unity and support during times of crisis. Let us continue to send our thoughts and prayers to the Pope and those working to care for him.
FAQs
* What is Pope Francis’s current condition?
Pope Francis remains hospitalized in critical condition due to complex respiratory ailments.
* What is the current treatment plan for Pope Francis?
Pope Francis is receiving treatment and blood transfusions to address his condition.
* What is the prognosis for Pope Francis’s recovery?
Pope Francis’s condition is considered fragile, and it may take a significant amount of time and care for him to recover fully.
