Pope Francis, battling double pneumonia, continues tradition of calling Catholic parish in Gaza for prayers despite being in critical condition. The community in Gaza is offering prayers for his recovery and expressing deep bond formed with the pontiff throughout the war. Francis has been outspoken in condemning the violence in Gaza and calling for peace.
Key Points
Pope Francis continues nightly calls to the only Catholic parish in Gaza for prayers despite being in critical condition
Community in Gaza offers prayers for Francis's recovery, highlighting the bond with the pontiff
Francis has been outspoken in condemning violence in Gaza and advocating for peace
Pros
Pope Francis's dedication to offering support and prayers to the Catholic parish in Gaza despite his critical condition
Building a deep bond between Pope Francis and the Palestinian church through prayers and support
Cons
Francis's critical condition due to battling double pneumonia