VATICAN CITY (CNS) – Pope Francis’ condition has shown a slight improvement, which, however, is still critical, the Vatican ...

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Francis, 88, had remained in critical condition throughout the weekend after severe breathing difficulties were reported.

The Vatican's press office on Monday said the pope's health has shown a slight improvement, and that the monitoring of his kidney failure has not raised any concerns.

Catholics worldwide, including in Connecticut, are praying for Pope Francis as he remains in critical condition Monday.

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The Vatican says Pope Francis remains in critical condition but has showed slight improvement in laboratory tests.