Pope Francis has remained stable for another day as he recovers from double pneumonia, releasing an audio message thanking those praying for him, as Sydney Archbishop Anthony Fisher OP has joined prayer vigils at St Peter’s Square.  Source: Vatican News/NCR/7 News.

“I thank you with all my heart for the prayers you offer for my health from [St Peter’s] Square. I accompany you from here. May God bless you, and may the Virgin protect you. Thank you.”

Click here to read Pope Francis' 2023 Lenten - Lenten Penance and the Synodal Journey Message.