Rosary every afternoon at 1:00 MST for Pope Francis

Cardinal Parolin to lead Rosary for Pope's health in St. Peters Square

Vatican New file photo of rosary procession in St. Peter's Square.

According to Vatican News, the Holy See Press Office released a statement announcing that "starting Monday February 24, the Cardinals residing in Rome, along with all collaborators of the Roman Curia and the Diocese of Rome, responding to the sentiments of the people of God, will gather in St. Peter's Square at 9:00 PM (1:00 MST) to recite the Holy Rosary for the health of the Holy Father."

Catholic News Agency (CNA) reports "the prayer initiative comes as the 88-year-old pontiff continues his recovery at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital, where he was admitted on Feb. 14 for what the Vatican then described as a mild flu condition."

"During his Sunday Angelus message, which was read on his behalf, the pope expressed gratitude for the “closeness and prayers” he has received during his hospitalization," said CNA.

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