Pope Francis Hospitalization and Vatican Uncertainty

SOURCE www.cnn.com
Pope Francis is in the hospital, creating uncertainty in the Vatican. Cardinal Parolin and Archbishop Peña Parra oversee day-to-day operations. The Vatican remains anxious as the pope battles pneumonia. Cardinals pray for the pope's health daily. The pope is still governing from the hospital and signing documents. The Vatican is hopeful for his recovery.

Key Points

  • Cardinal Parolin and Archbishop Peña Parra lead the Vatican during the pope's hospitalization
  • Pope Francis is battling pneumonia and remains mentally alert
  • Vatican officials pray for the pope's health daily

Pros

  • Cardinal Parolin and Archbishop Peña Parra oversee day-to-day operations
  • Vatican officials gather to pray for Pope Francis daily
  • The pope continues governing from the hospital

Cons

  • Uncertainty in the Vatican due to the pope's hospitalization
  • Anxiety among Vatican officials
  • Changes to the Catholic Church's jubilee year celebrations