Vatican City, Feb 12, 2025 (AFP) - Pope asks priest to read for him as bronchitis persists

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2025-02-12

A breathless Pope Francis asked a priest Wednesday to read out his speech during the weekly audience, saying lingering bronchitis meant he was unable to do it himself. "Let me ask the priest to continue to read, because I cannot yet, with my bronchitis. I hope that next time I can," the 88-year-old said shortly after starting the speech. Francis had also asked aides to read on his behalf at a mass on Sunday and at last Wednesday's general audienc......

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