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Pope Leo XIV prayers highlight Bishop Kenney’s visit to Rome

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Bishop Kevin Kenney shared that Pope Leo XIV offered prayers for him during a recent visit to Rome. While attending a papal audience on Wednesday, Oct. 7, Bishop Kenney met with the pope to thank him for his service and disclose his recent lung cancer diagnosis. In response, the pope provided a blessing and committed to praying for him.

During the apostolic blessing at the conclusion of the audience, Pope Leo XIV included all sick individuals, family members, and children of those present.

Bishop Kenney reported on Oct. 1 that he is doing well while completing seven weeks of targeted gene therapy. He noted that while his progress is tracking well through regular blood tests and clinical visits, he is experiencing side effects such as fatigue and occasional swelling in his feet. He previously shared his diagnosis in a July 15 video message alongside Archbishop Bernard Hebda and Auxiliary Bishop Michael Izen.

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