Benedict XVI celebrated Mass in the Sistine Chapel on the day after his election in April 2005 for the College of Cardinals and Papal Household. |
The scene in the Sistine Chapel at the First Mass of Pope Benedict XVI. The free-standing altar brought in for the occasion has, happily, ceased to be used. |
At the Mass Inaugurating the Pontificate of Benedict XVI. |
Vestments, pallium and mitre used by Benedict XVI at the Mass of Inauguration. |