De Donatis is a former vicar of Rome.{ai:summary}<p>Pope Francis is currently hospitalized with bilateral pneumonia and respiratory issues, leading to Cardinal Angelo De Donatis replacing him for the Ash Wednesday Mass. Despite his health struggles, the Pope is not expected to resign. </p><p>The Ash Wednesday Mass marks the start of Lent, a period of fasting and reflection for Catholics. The Pope continues to communicate through social media, recently asking for prayers for broken families. #religion</p>

Vatican names replacement for Pope Francis for Ash Wednesday Mass

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