Pope Francis today urged Catholic priests to visit people suffering from coronavirus despite a ban on most travel across Italy.
Francis prayed that clergymen would 'have the courage to go out and go to the sick people' as he celebrated Mass by himself at the Vatican this morning.
The service in the chapel of Francis' residence was live-streamed by the Vatican today, with the 83-year-old pontiff avoiding public gatherings.
Italy has imposed tough new quarantine rules nationwide, including a ban on most travel, but there are limited exceptions for 'urgent' work and health reasons.
In his homily today, Francis prayed for Italy's thousands of sick patients and the doctors and nurses who are caring for them. -Read More
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11.27.2024