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Pope Francis to Participate in Lenten Retreat in Private as He Recovers from Illness
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Pope Francis will observe his annual Lenten retreat in an individual capacity once again this year, as he continues to receive treatment for respiratory illnesses, including pneumonia, at Rome's Gemelli Hospital. The Vatican announced that the retreat will take place in "spiritual communion" with the Holy Father from the evening of March 9 through the morning of March 14.
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Pope Francis on Ash Wednesday in 2024 (Vatican Media).
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3/4/2025 (1 week ago)
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