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Pope Francis urges priests to bring Eucharist to the sick

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During the Holy Mass held on Tuesday March 10, 2020 Pope Francis urged priests to bring the Eucharist to the sick and to accompany medical workers, as Italy begins its first day of a nationwide quarantine. Pope Francis always offers a morning Mass in the chapel of the Casa Santa Marta where he lives. This week, the Masses are being broadcast live on the internet. The pope explained that he is offering them for those affected by the coronavirus.

 

“We also pray to the Lord for our priests, that they have the courage to go out and go to the sick, bringing the strength of the Word of God and the Eucharist and accompanying the health workers and volunteers in this work they are doing,” said the pope.

“Come, because I am capable of changing everything – the Lord tells us – do not be afraid to come and speak, be courageous even with your miseries,” he continued.

Italian Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte put all of his country under quarantine until April 3, 2020 as a measure to slow down the spreading of the coronavirus. The quarantine restricts movement around Italy and between regions. Restaurants and bars must close at 6 PM and gathering in groups is forbidden.

Source and image: catholicnewsagency.com

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