Pope Leo leads Vatican prayer, thanks hospital staff
Summary
Pope Leo XIV returned to public duties at the Vatican after lung surgery for cancer. He thanked hospital staff and supporters before leading a prayer from his residence window.Key Facts
- Pope Leo XIV had surgery to remove part of his right lung due to cancer.
- He was hospitalized at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital and discharged on Saturday.
- The pope appeared publicly on Sunday to lead the Angelus prayer from a window at the Vatican.
- He expressed gratitude to hospital staff for their care during his treatment.
- Pope Leo XIV said this experience increased his empathy for those facing illness.
- He plans to gradually resume his activities with support from faith and prayers.
- The pope is 71 years old.
- He was hospitalized one week after doctors found a lung nodule.
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