Summorum Pontificum Pilgrimage II: Eucharistic Adoration and Procession

Continued from Part I

On Saturday morning, the pilgrims gathered at the Church of Sts. Celsus and Julianus (Santi Celso e Giuliano). A pretty 18th century baroque stucture, this church is currently the home of the Institute of Christ the King. But it was totally inadequate for the numbers of people who thronged it that morning. The rosary was recited, followed by Benediction. The Institute led the proceedings.

From here the procession set out for St. Peter’s. Flags were provided for the pilgrims – not including that of the United States. Saturday, fortunately, was a beautiful day.

The pilgrimage continued on its way, singing. Often it was the familiar Christus Vincit.

Continue to Part III