Consecration of the Human Race to Mary's Immaculate Heart
In Saint Peter's Square, on Sunday, 13th October, Mass was celebrated by Pope Francis as part of the celebrations marking his Consecration of the World to the Immaculate Heart of Mary.
The renowned Fatima statue was brought to Rome for the occasion and enthroned in a place of honour.
In these photographs, Pope Francis is shewn venerating the statue.