After a month of treatment, Pope Francis is preparing to make his first public appearance on Sunday, March 23.

The 88-year-old pontiff, who has been recovering at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital since February 14, will greet the faithful from a window at the hospital.

He will offer a blessing following the traditional Angelus prayer, a key moment of reflection for the Catholic community.

Pope’s Angelus Reflection to Be Distributed in Writing

While Pope Francis will make his appearance in person, his Angelus reflection will continue to be distributed in written form, as has been the case in previous weeks.

This marks a gradual yet hopeful step forward in his recovery, with Vatican Media set to capture and share footage of the pope’s blessing, allowing followers around the world to join in.

First Glimpse of the Pope Since Hospitalization

This Sunday’s blessing will be the first time the public has seen Pope Francis since a photo and brief audio message were shared shortly after his admission to the hospital.

His return to the window marks a symbolic moment, offering hope and comfort to millions of his followers as he continues to heal.

Cardinal Fernandez Provides Update on Pope’s Health

Cardinal Víctor Manuel Fernández, the Prefect of the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith and a longtime friend of Pope Francis, recently shared that he has been in contact with the Holy Father.

The Cardinal confirmed that the pope’s health is improving, signaling positive progress in his ongoing recovery.