Praying for the Holy Father's Recovery from Surgery

Archbishop Andrew Bellisario, C.M., Archbishop Emeritus Roger Schwietz, OMI and the faithful of the Archdiocese of Anchorage-Juneau join Archbishop José Gomez and the United Stated Bishops in praying for Pope Francis as he recovers from surgery.

Statement from USCCB president José Gomez

WASHINGTON – As the world awaits to hear updates from the Holy See on the continued recovery of Pope Francis after his surgery last weekend, Archbishop José H. Gomez of Los Angeles, president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, issued the following statement:

“It is with gratitude that we received the news of the success of the Holy Father’s surgery this past weekend. We continue to offer our heartfelt prayers and good wishes for his recovery. Even as he is recuperating in the hospital, our Holy Father, in his role as our shepherd has selflessly expressed his closeness to those who are sick and in most need of care.

“In solidarity with the universal Church, we offer our prayers for all who are ill and in need of God’s healing touch, and for those who work tirelessly in health care to bring comfort and medical care to the afflicted. Mary, Mother of Healing and Hope, intercede for us!”