Sunday, May 11, 2008

Solemnity of Pentecost from the Vatican

Pentecost at St. Peter's Basilica looked to be quite a decorous occasion if the pictures tell the tale.

The Pope has brought out another Renaissance style vestment set for this occasion.


(Seven Acolytes, a more and more regular sight in papal liturgies)




(It is difficult to think of the altar any other way than this now)


(Here is a nice view of the chasuble)



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