Pope Francis skipped delivery of the Palm Sunday homily during Mass on Sunday before continuing with the service and being driven around St. Peter's Square.
Pope Francis broke tradition during the start of Holy Week on Sunday, skipping a reading of his annual Palm Sunday homily during Mass at the last minute. Reuters reported that the pontiff was in front of tens of thousands of people in St. Peter’s Square when he skipped the homily but continued to run the service before heading out in the popemobile and circling the crowd.
The service, which includes cardinals, priests and bishops, commemorates Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem days before he was betrayed by Judas, put on trial and crucified on the cross. Vatican police estimate there were about 60,000 people in the crowd, many holding palms and olive branches during the service.
He also asked for prayers for those suffering in Gaza, Ukraine and other areas of war. After the service, Francis took a ride around the square in an open-top vehicle while waving and smiling at the crowd. Reuters contributed to this report.
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