Pope Francis (L) walks to the church of San Marcello al Corso, where is the miraculous Crucifix which in 1522 was carried in procession through the districts of the city to end the 'Great Plague' of Rome, in Rome, Italy, 15 March 2020. "With his prayer - the Vatican spokesman Matteo Bruni reports -, the Holy Father invoked the end of the pandemic that affects Italy and the world, implored healing for the many sick, remembered the many victims of these days, and asked "that their family and friends find consolation and comfort. His intention was also addressed to health workers, doctors, nurses, and to those who, in these days, with their work, guarantee the functioning of society". ANSA/VATICAN MEDIA +++ ANSA PROVIDES ACCESS TO THIS HANDOUT PHOTO TO BE USED SOLELY TO ILLUSTRATE NEWS REPORTING OR COMMENTARY ON THE FACTS OR EVENTS DEPICTED IN THIS IMAGE; NO ARCHIVING; NO LICENSING +++