In this and two following posts, the Studio is pleased to reproduce a number of photographs take by L'Osservatore Romano, most of which have not been published anywhere hitherto. Please note that these photographs are under the copyright of L'Osservatore Romano and not to be reproduced.
The vestments and mitre worn by Pope Benedict for this Papal Mass, together with the dalmatics of the deacons-assistant were designed and made by the Saint Bede Studio, by the commission of the Archdiocese of Sydney and the Holy See.
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| Pope Benedict leaves the Cathedral Sacristy flanked by the deacons-assistant Revd Messrs Higgins (left) and Benton (right). |
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| Pope Benedict seated in the cathedra listening to an Address of Welcome by a Religious sister. |
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| Pope Benedict is greeted by a Religious Sister after an Address of Welcome. |
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| Pope Benedict is greeted by a Religious Sister after an Address of Welcome. |
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| Pope Benedict blessing incense before the chanting of the Holy Gospel. |
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| Pope Benedict XVI listening to the chanting of the Holy Gospel. He holds the Papal Ferula or staff of Pope Pius IX. |
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| The Holy Gospel chanted from the pulpit of the Cathedral by the Revd Mr James McCarthy. |
