Despite his diagnosis of bilateral pneumonia Tuesday night, sources near the pope and close papal aides have said that while his condition is serious, he is not in danger and is making progress toward recovery.
Sources close to the pope have confirmed to Crux that Pope Francis while in the hospital has received the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick, which they said is normal under the circumstances and does not imply that he is close to death.
Read Full Article »