Pope Francis has approved a new three-year Vatican reform plan, signaling his intention to continue as pope despite his ongoing health battle. The plan extends the work of the Synod of Bishops, which has discussed reforms such as the possibility of women serving as Catholic deacons and better inclusion of LGBTQ people in the Church. The synod will now hold consultations with Catholics worldwide before hosting a new summit in 2028. Despite his prolonged hospital stay, the pope's approval of the reform process indicates his determination to push for the renewal of the Church.