Posted March 27, 2019

The annual Mass, held March 23 at the Cathedral Basilica of SS. Peter and Paul and celebrated by Archbishop Charles Chaput, gathered faithful whose families, or they themselves, represented some 30 nations. Read coverage of the Mass here. (Photos by Sarah Webb and Truc Tram, where noted)

  • Chief Buffy Red Feather Brown gives an opening address at the cathedral prior to the Cultural Heritage Mass as Father Dennis Gill, rector of the cathedral, looks on. (Photo by Truc Tram)

  • A parade of nations featuring people from many countries walking in traditional dress behind a banner preceded the start of Mass. (Photo by Truc Tram)

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  • Jeffna Josa, a member of the Indian Latin community, sings along at the Cultural Heritage Mass. (Photo by Sarah Webb)

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  • Archbishop Roger Houngbedji of Cotonou, Benin, joined Archbishop Charles Chaput as a concelebrant at the Mass. (Photo by Sarah Webb)

  • (Photo by Truc Tram)

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