Francesco Remains Seated

"I would like to apologise, for not speaking while standing, but I am still in the post-operative period, therefore I have to do it while sitting. Excuse me."

Last Friday, Francis opened with these words the speech he gave at an audience to the participants of the Meeting of the International Catholic Legislators Network in the Vatican Apostolic Palace.

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Louis IX

Aug 30, 2021

Yes, a Pope is under no obligation to stand for anyone including heads of state. He (the Pope) is always the highest ranking official in any room he sits. (Not counting of course Our Eucharist Lord)

John A Cassani

Aug 30, 2021

It is unseemly for any bishop to apologize for speaking while seated. It comes off as a rebuke to the few bishops out there who continue to use the correct posture, as well as to Pope Benedict, who always taught while seated.