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Pope Benedict imposing ashes on one of the Cardinals |
What is believed to be his last public Mass as Pope was celebrated by Pope Benedict a few hours ago in Saint Peter's Basilica commemorating Ash Wednesday. The Mass was preceded by the Penitential Procession.