The celebration took place inside the Paul VI hall before the Sunday Angelus. It included a surprise birthday cake for Pope Francis, whose birthday is December 17. Joined by the children’s families, the Pope spent about an hour with children receiving care at the Santa Marta Pediatric Dispensary. In addition to dessert, there was singing and music at the papal audience.
Pope Francis celebrates his birthday with sick children
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