Pope Francis has had a quiet night at the Agostino Gemelli Polyclinic and is expected to return to St. Peter's Square on Friday for a Rosary for his health organized by the Secretariat of State and the Diocese of Rome.
According to the Vatican Press Office, the Pope's therapies continue, alternating between high-flow oxygenation during the day and mechanical ventilation at night. On Thursday afternoon, the medical staff brought a cake with candles to Francis's room to celebrate his 12th anniversary of election. The Pope also participated via videoconference in spiritual exercises for the Roman Curia.
Respiratory treatment has resumed, and the Pope's clinical situation remains stable in a complex picture, with a combination of mechanical ventilation and nasal oxygen therapy. Meanwhile, the return of the Rosary for the health of the Supreme Pontiff is scheduled for Friday, a practice that has supported Francis since he was admitted on February 14 for bilateral pneumonia.
During his hospitalization, faithful gathered every night in St. Peter's Square to pray for the Pope's health. Many have expressed their closeness and affection towards Francis, even following the ceremony through Vatican media that broadcasts the Rosary live. One of the most emotional moments was on March 6 when the Pope's recorded voice resonated around the world thanking for the prayers for his recovery.
This act of faith and solidarity with the Pope has brought together people from various places, demonstrating the affection and support for Francis during his recovery process in the hospital.
