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Pope funeral rehearsals under way as Francis remains ill in hospital

Pope Francis is hospitalized with bilateral pneumonia and bronchitis at Gemelli Polyclinic in Rome, as confirmed by the Vatican.
Reports indicate that the Pope is in good spirits despite his serious condition, and there has been a slight improvement in his clinical condition based on recent blood tests.
Archbishop Diego Ravelli indicated that Pope Francis requested reforms for his funeral to reflect simplicity and faith, diverging from traditional practices.
A group of children prayed for the Pope outside the hospital, reflecting public concern for his well-being.

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Washington Examiner

Pope Francis health: How the papal funeral will be different this time

Pope Francis is currently receiving care at Gemelli Polyclinic in Rome, Italy, where he was transferred on Friday for treatment of bronchitis after a dip in his health. The pontiff was diagnosed with bilateral pneumonia, a serious condition for an 88-year-old man who had part of one lung removed during his youth, but the Vatican said... The post Pope Francis health: How the papal funeral will be different this time appeared first on Daily Truth …

3 days ago·Washington, United States

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Pope’s funeral being rehearsed by Swiss Guards: Reports

Members of the Swiss Guard are rehearsing the Pontiff’s funeral after the 88-year-old lamented “he won’t make it this time,” according to Swiss tabloids.

3 days ago

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Daily Mirror

Pope funeral rehearsals under way as Francis remains ill in hospital

Pope Francis, 88, was diagnosed with a 'complex' respiratory infection after being rushed to hospital with severe chest pain - and plans for his funeral are now believed to be under way

4 days ago·London, United Kingdom

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Daily Express

Pope' funeral 'being rehearsed' as Francis I keeps fighting pneumonia

The Pope had part of one lung removed after suffering from pulmonary infection as a young man.

4 days ago·United Kingdom

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Ghana Weekend

Swiss Guard rehearse funeral as Pope faces health crisis - Ghana Weekend

The Pope’s funeral is allegedly being rehearsed after the 88-year-old warned he may not survive pneumonia. The Swiss Guard protecting the Pope, 88, is rehearsing his funeral, with members under a curfew as they are ‘preparing for the pontiff’s death’, Swiss newspaper Blick claims. The Pope previously revealed he had ‘already prepared’ his tomb, but the location of his grave and the coffin itself would break with tradition. This comes after Pope …

2 days ago

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planet-today.com

Rehearsals For The Pope’s Funeral Under Way As He Remains Ill In Hospital

The Pope’s funeral is reportedly being rehearsed after the Pontiff warns that he “may not make it this time” 88 year old Pope Francis is in hospital battling pneumonia. which has spread to both his lungs, and he has reportedly told his confidants that he may not survive. The Swiss Guard protecting the Pope is rehearsing his funeral, with members under a curfew as they are ‘preparing for the pontiff’s death’, according to the Swiss newspaper B…

3 days ago

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