@parishconnect: Vatican releases first photos of Pope Leo XIV celebrating Mass after surgery. To the relief of millions of faithful across the world, the Vatican has released photographs of Pope Leo XIV celebrating Holy Mass after his lung surgery. The photos show the Holy Father in good shape and healthy. In addition to the hope-inspiring images, Pope Leo's doctors confirmed that he shows "steady improvement in his overall condition." The Pope celebrated Mass in the room set up on the 10th floor of Gemelli Hospital, attended by Gemelli's medical and nursing staff, along with members of the Vatican City State Gendarmerie Corps. The Pope's latest blood tests and a chest X-ray were taken on his fourth day in hospital. Doctors confirmed the tests and his steady improvement, also saying that respiratory physiotherapy sessions are continuing and he is able to carry out normal daily activities entirely independently. #PopeLeoXIV #PopeHealthUpdate #HolyMass #PrayForThePope #ParishConnect

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