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Pope Francis at General Audience: ‘The Spirit Is the Protagonist’ of Evangelization
Msgr. Filippo Ciampanelli again read the prepared papal remarks on his behalf, with Francis noting that he was ‘still struggling’ from his illness. ‘But I’m better.’

Pope Francis on First Sunday of Advent: ‘I’m Improving, but My Voice Still Doesn’t Work’
The Holy Father, for the second consecutive Sunday, was assisted by an aide in praying the Angelus, as he continues to recover from an acute bronchial infection. Francis closed the broadcast by wishing the nearly 20,000 faithful present in the piazza and those watching the broadcast, ‘I wish everyone a happy Sunday and a happy Advent journey.’

The Dangers Pope Francis Avoided by Not Going to Dubai
COMMENTARY: Catholics ought to pray for the Holy Father’s recovery from illness — and in thanksgiving that he is not going to Dubai.

Pope Francis Reportedly Confirms He is Taking Away Cardinal Burke’s Apartment, Denies Calling Him His ‘Enemy’
Pope Francis removed Cardinal Burke from the post of prefect of the Supreme Tribunal of the Apostolic Signatura in 2014 and instead appointed him cardinal patron of the Sovereign Military Order of Malta, a mostly ceremonial role dedicated to the spiritual welfare of the members of the order.

Vatican Cancels Pope Francis’ Trip to Climate Conference in Dubai, Citing Ongoing Illness
The Vatican indicated the Holy Father will still attempt to participate in the conference in some fashion.

Here Are Pope Francis’ Liturgies for Christmas 2023 at the Vatican
Vatican has published the schedule of Pope Francis’ liturgies through the Jan. 7 feast of the Baptism of the Lord.

Pope Francis Sends Rosary to President-Elect Milei of Argentina
The sacramental, blessed by the Holy Father, was sent to Javier Milei and Vice President-elect Victoria Villarruel.

UPDATE: Pope Francis’ Health: Here’s a Timeline of His Medical Issues in Recent Years
Francis, who turns 87 next month, spent much of the past decade as pope in relatively good health but has dealt with several painful medical conditions over the last few years.

Pope Francis Adds Married Couples, Church Movement Reps to Vatican’s Laity and Family Office
French and Taiwanese couples join a Polish couple already serving as members of the dicastery for a total of three sets of spouses among the Vatican office’s 28 members, which include eight women.