Pope Francis had a peaceful night and continues to rest, the Holy See Press Office has stated.
In a statement on Sunday, the Holy See Press Office reported that, "the Pope is still resting following a peaceful night."
"Pope Francis later had breakfast, coffee, and read the newspapers," the statement read.
Speaking to journalists just after noon, the Director of the Holy See Press Office, Matteo Bruni, confirmed that the Pope received Cardinal Secretary of State Pietro Parolin and the Substitute for General Affairs of the Secretariat of State, Archbishop Edgar Peña Parra, who came for a visit.
Yesterday evening the Press Office informed journalists that the Pope's medical condition remained stable with respiratory physiotherapy alternating between non-invasive mechanical ventilation and long periods of supplemental high-flow oxygenation with a good response to gas exchange.
It added that the prognosis remains guarded.
The statement yesterday evening also noted that the Pope does not have a fever or show signs of leukocytosis (high white blood cell count).
It added that the Pope remains alert, oriented and in good humour.
In another address, The Holy See Press Office released Pope Francis' Angelus address as he continues his recovery at Gemelli Hospital.
In his message, the Pope expresses gratitude for prayers and medical care whilst urging continued prayers for peace. Reflecting on the day's Gospel reading, he emphasises the importance of seeing others with charity and of always speaking with goodness.
The Pope thanked the faithful for their closeness in his moment of "frailty" and urged them to continue praying for peace in the world, just as they pray for him.
"From here, war appears even more absurd," he said, calling in particular for prayers for "tormented Ukraine, Palestine, Israel, Lebanon, Myanmar, Sudan, and Kivu."
The Pope also expressed his gratitude to the doctors and healthcare professionals "for the attention with which they are taking care of me" and reflected on the hidden grace within his illness.
"It is precisely in these moments that we learn even more to trust in the Lord; at the same time, I thank God for giving me the opportunity to share in body and spirit the condition of so many sick and suffering people," he said.
Finally, he expressed his deep appreciation for the prayers rising from the hearts of the faithful across the world. "I feel all your affection and closeness, and at this particular time, I feel as if I am ‘carried’ and supported by all God’s people. Thank you all!"
