The Pope at the Angelus: ‘Live without compromise; say no to wicked ambitions and unjust interests’

Pope Leo XIV has delivered another address following the operation he underwent at the Gemelli Hospital to remove a lung tumour. He did so during the Sunday Angelus, appearing at the window of the Apostolic Palace overlooking St Peter’s Square, which was packed with the faithful (over 15,000 according to Vatican media estimates): during the Angelus, he thanked all the staff at the Gemelli Polyclinic who had looked after him during his stay.

“I would like to thank everyone who has been praying for me over the last few days. I have truly felt your support: thank you! I am particularly grateful to the doctors, nurses and all the staff at the Policlinico Gemelli,” said the Pope.

The Pope further reassured the faithful: ‘I shall gradually resume my duties with God’s help and your prayers.’

Pope Leo XIV, through the Apostolic Penitentiary, has granted a plenary indulgence to mark the 100th World Mission Day, established by Pope Pius XI in 1926 and celebrated on Sunday 18 October, the theme of which this year is ‘One in Christ, united in mission’. This was reported by Vatican News. The faithful may pray the Rosary in union with the Pope for the spread of the Gospel throughout the world. The decree of the Apostolic Penitentiary specifies that the indulgence may be obtained under the usual conditions: sacramental confession, Holy Communion and prayer for the Pope’s intentions. At today’s Angelus, the Pope said: “Let us reflect on how much missionary history there has been over these hundred years. Let us pray that the Church may always remain faithful to the mandate of the Risen Lord: ‘Go into all the world and proclaim the Gospel to every creature’.”