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Cardinal Parolin: Pope Leo's Serenity
Cardinal Parolin says Pope Leo XIV remains calm after surgery announcement.
In brief
Cardinal Parolin says Pope Leo XIV remains calm after surgery announcement. Cardinal Parolin praised Pope Leo XIV's serenity as he prepares for surgery to remove a lung nodule. Originally reported by Vaticannews.
Pope Leo's surgery
Cardinal Parolin spoke with reporters about Pope Leo XIV's upcoming surgery to remove a lung nodule.
“We were all struck by his serenity”
Pope's serenity
Cardinal Parolin described Pope Leo's calm composure during the surgery announcement.
“We hope, as he said, that we are right at the beginning of this difficulty”
Surgery details
Pope Leo XIV will undergo surgery at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital for a lung nodule confined to a limited area.
“It was a condition which, thank God, was detected immediately”
Global support
Cardinal Parolin noted worldwide affection for Pope Leo as he recovers from surgery.
“This shows how much Pope Leo is loved, appreciated and followed by everyone”
What matters most
Cardinal Parolin praised Pope Leo XIV's serenity as he prepares for surgery to remove a lung nodule.




