Posted July 28, 2013
Almost 1,000 Knights and Ladies (especially the Ladies) of the Knights of Peter Claver filled the cathedral on July 21 for the opening Mass of Thanksgiving as part of their annual convention, and first ever in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. Most other events took place at the Philadelphia Marriott Hotel. (Photos by Sarah Webb)
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Supreme Knight F. DeKarlos Blackmon and Supreme Lady Vertelle A. Kenion process in to the Cathedral for mass.
Knights of Peter Claver line the aisle of the Cathedral with swords drawn during the entrance procession for mass celebrated Bishop Timothy Senior.
Impressive number of Knights and Lady Auxillary of Peter Claver fill the Cathedral Basillica of SS Peter and Paul for mass during the convention for the Knights of Peter Claver.
Impressive number of Knights and Lady Auxillary of Peter Claver fill the Cathedral Basillica of SS Peter and Paul for mass during the convention for the Knights of Peter Claver.
Bishop Timothy Senior, auxillary bishop of Philadelphia, and Bishop Martin Holley ,national chaplain of the Knights of Peter Claver, bless the people during mass.
The Ladies Auxillary of Peter Claver attended mass in impressive numbers during the annual convention.
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