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
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