The Pope’s health remains stable, and he does not have a fever. The Angelus Prayer on Sunday was broadcast, but it was not read by him.

On Sunday, the Vatican press office provided another reassuring update on Pope Francis’ health. He has been hospitalized for over two weeks at Rome’s Gemelli Polyclinic for pneumonia. “The night was calm, and the Pope is still resting,” Vatican sources said in the morning update. Inside the hospital, reports indicate that the Pontiff had breakfast and met with Cardinal Secretary of State Pietro Parolin and Monsignor Edgar Pena Parra, the Substitute. His treatment is ongoing.

A medical bulletin from Saturday evening had already stated that the Pope’s condition was stable.

The Pope is said to have no fever and no signs of leukocytosis. “His vital signs have remained stable. He has continued to eat and has regularly participated in respiratory physiotherapy, cooperating actively,” the Vatican shared.

For the third consecutive Sunday, the Pope did not read the Angelus. As in previous weeks, the text was broadcast. “I send you these thoughts again from the hospital, where I’ve been for several days, accompanied by doctors and healthcare workers, whom I thank for their care,” Pope Francis wrote.

“I feel the ‘blessing’ hidden within fragility because it is in these moments that we learn to trust the Lord even more. At the same time, I thank God for allowing me to share in body and spirit the condition of many sick and suffering people,” the message continued.

He then reflected on ongoing wars: “From here, the war seems even more absurd. Let us pray for the tormented Ukraine, Palestine, Israel, Lebanon, Myanmar, Sudan, and Kivu.”

The Holy Father also expressed gratitude to those who prayed for him. “I would like to thank you for the prayers that rise to the Lord from the hearts of many faithful around the world. I feel your affection and support, and in this special moment, I feel as if I am ‘carried’ and supported by the whole People of God. Thank you all!”

Meanwhile, faithful continue to gather outside the polyclinic, leaving cards at the foot of the Pope John Paul II statue and praying for Pope Francis’ recovery.