VATICAN CITY — The Vatican opened the most solemn period of Holy Week with a recovering Pope Francis largely on the sidelines, as cardinals were designated to take his place presiding over the most important liturgical services leading up to Easter.

Various cardinals have been designated to take Pope's place presiding over the most important liturgical services leading up to Easter{ai:summary}Pope Francis is largely sidelined during Holy Week as the Vatican begins its most solemn period. Cardinals have been appointed to lead key liturgical services in his absence as he continues to recover. #religion

Vatican opens solemn run-up to Easter with recovering Pope Francis on the sidelines

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