Una unexpected scene warmed the heart of the Faithful arrived in St. Peter’s Square for the Sunday Angelus. After weeks of silence and convalescence, Pope Francis made his public return in a way nobody expected: Arriving by surprise in a wheelchairamong the twenty thousand present, for participate in the Jubilee of the sick. A moment of strong emotion, with the pontiff who wanted be close to those who sufferdespite his own fragility. Later, he returned to Casa Santa Marta, where he is facing the long recovery.
Pope Francis in St. Peter’s Square: the emotion of the faithful
At 11:38, Pope Francis entered the square, visibly tried by the recent pneumonia who had forced him to a long hospitalization at the Gemelli Polyclinic in Rome. Pushed into a wheelchair, he crossed the square in the raised hands of those who acclaimed it. His voice, albeit fragile due to nasal cannulas For breathing, he surprised everyone: “Happy Sunday everyone, thank you very much!” A long and warm applause exploded, a tangible sign of the affection and gratitude of the faithful, who did not expect such a gesture of courage and presence.
Francesco’s words for the jubilee of the sick
Although the Pope did not speak directly, His words were read by Archbishop Rino Fisichellawho expressed the message of hope and solidarity that Francis wanted to convey. «With you, dear brothers and sisters, In this moment of my life I share a lot», The Pope wrote, underlining its closeness to the sick and the sick. A profound reflection on the value of suffering, but also on the importance of the faith and consolation that it can bring in the most difficult moments.
The appeal to health and operators
In his angelus, Francesco made a strong appeal to healthcare professionals: “Please for doctors, nurses and health workers,” asking them for greater support and respect. He also underlined the importance of investing in health facilities, so that they are truly inclusive and close to the most fragile. A gesture of great value that of Pope Francis, who wanted to be there, among the faithful, to witness his hope and his love for all those who, like him, face the challenges of life every day.
I woman © RESERVED REPRODUCTION