Pope Francis Surprise During Palm Sunday Mass - Vatican

Pope Francis Surprise During Palm Sunday Mass - Vatican

Pope Francis wishes pilgrims a ‘Happy Palm Sunday and Happy Holy Week’ in person during a surprise visit to Saint Peter's Square, Vatican on April 13, 2025 at the conclusion of the Palm Sunday Mass presided over by Cardinal Leonardo Sandri on his behalf. Photo by (EV) Vatican Media/ABACAPRESS.COM

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