World Day of the Sick

According to the Cardinal, the church invites those who are sick to bring their “sufferings closer to the sufferings of Christ, include in your sacrifice the sacrifice of his body and blood, and use it for the good of others.”

“Being close to those in pain is difficult, you know that well. That is why I say to you: do not be discouraged!” Pope Francis stressed.

The care for the elderly has become more urgent as the coronavirus pandemic continues to rage around the world, noted a new Vatican document released this week.