Lina Labiad 28/03/2024 at 21:13
Under treatment for his cancer, King Charles III was unable to attend the traditional Royal Maundy service this Thursday March 28. Represented by Queen Camilla on site, the sovereign still wanted to speak with a pre-recorded video message.
For his second Royal Maundy service since his arrival on the British throne, Charles III was unable to be present. Since the announcement of his cancer last February, the monarch, already under treatment, has not made any official outing – this Sunday’s Easter mass will mark his return. In the meantime, he is represented by Queen Camilla.
After making an official visit alone to the Shrewsbury farmers’ market the day before, the sovereign’s wife was able to hold the reins once again, this Thursday, March 28. With a fur hat on her head, Queen Camilla took the time to greet her numerous admirers before taking her place in Worcester Cathedral, where a video message from King Charles III was broadcast.
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Queen Camilla arrives at the Royal Maundy service in Worcester, United Kingdom, March 28, 2024. Justin Tallis/AP/SIPA / © Justin Tallis/AP/SIPA
Charles III, a speech full of hope
“Sorry not to be there today”, Charles III wanted to send his congratulations to the beneficiaries of the « Maundy money », translate “alms”. The Maundy Service is the traditional ceremony where the monarch himself distributes coin purses to elderly people for their work within the community, as many men and women as there are years of age. For the king’s 75th birthday, 75 men and 75 women were selected.
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“In this country, we are blessed by the presence of all services that strive for our well-being. But, beyond these organizations and these selfless personnel, we need and benefit enormously from those who extend a hand of friendship to us in difficult times,” said King Charles III, a discreet reference to the serial illnesses affecting the world. Royal family.
Despite Kate Middleton’s cancer or his own illness, Charles III did not wish to dwell on his fate or that of his loved ones, advocating hope and mutual aid above all. “My prayer today is that our Lord’s example of solidarity may continue to inspire us and strengthen all our communities,” he expressed. “God bless you all this Easter. »
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This Sunday, the sovereign should be alongside Queen Camilla for Easter mass. Kate Middleton, Prince William and their children will be absent.