Cardinal Parolin to Lead Powerful Rosary in St. Peter’s Square for Pope’s Health

The Holy See Press Office has announced that a rosary will be recited for Pope Francis’ health in St. Peter’s Square at 9 p.m. on Monday. The event will be led by Vatican Secretary of State, Cardinal Pietro Parolin, and will include Cardinals residing in Rome, along with collaborators from the Roman Curia and the Diocese of Rome.

This gathering responds to the widespread prayers for the Pope’s recovery, which have been expressed globally. Pope Francis has publicly thanked the faithful for their support in his recent Angelus address.

The Vatican’s announcement comes amid a significant outpouring of support for Pope Francis, who has been recovering from health issues. The rosary service will take place in St. Peter’s Square, a central location for many of the Vatican’s public events. It is expected to draw a large crowd of attendees who wish to join in prayer for the Holy Father.

In addition to the rosary in St. Peter’s Square, other prayer events have been organized. On Sunday, Cardinal Baldassare Reina celebrated a special Mass for the Pope’s recovery at the Papal Basilica of St. John Lateran. Later that evening, Cardinal Matteo Maria Zuppi led a rosary at the Basilica of San Domenico in Bologna, further emphasizing the collective prayer efforts for the Pope.

The prayer service in St. Peter’s Square will be broadcast live on Vatican News‘ website and social media channels, allowing people worldwide to participate remotely. This initiative reflects the deep connection and concern the global Catholic community has for Pope Francis during this time.

The rosary for Pope Francis’ health represents a unified effort of prayer from the Vatican and the global Catholic community. As the event unfolds, it highlights the importance of faith and solidarity during challenging times for the Holy Father.