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Pope Francis’s Easter Attendance Remains Uncertain as Vatican Prepares for Contingencies

Despite his desire to attend Easter Mass and deliver the Urbi et Orbi blessing, Pope Francis’s participation depends on his health and weather conditions.

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Overview

  • Vatican materials for Easter Sunday account for Pope Francis’s presence, but no official confirmation has been issued regarding his attendance.
  • The Pope, recovering from severe pneumonia, has been advised to rest but has made limited public appearances in recent weeks.
  • Key Holy Week ceremonies, including the Easter Vigil and Easter Sunday Mass, have been delegated to senior cardinals due to health concerns.
  • Contingency plans are in place for the delegation of the Pope’s Easter message and Urbi et Orbi blessing if he is unable to attend.
  • Pope Francis personally authored the Good Friday Stations of the Cross texts, though he did not participate in the Colosseum ceremony for the third consecutive year.