Pope Francis skips Good Friday event at last minute ‘to preserve health’ for Easter rituals

Pope Francis skipped the traditional Good Friday procession at Rome's Colosseum to protect his health, the Vatican said, making a last-minute decision that added to concerns about his frail condition during a particularly busy period.

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  1. Mar 29, 2024Pope skips Good Friday event to preserve health ahead of Easter, Vatican says
  2. Mar 30, 2024Pope Francis skips Good Friday event at last minute ‘to preserve health’ for Easter rituals

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Pope withdraws from Good Friday event at last minute ‘to preserve health’

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