Catholic Christians filled the Cathedral Basilica of SS. Peter and Paul for the Palm Sunday of the Lord’s Passion on Sunday, April 14, a liturgy celebrated by the cathedral’s rector, Father Dennis Gill. The Mass, which began with songs, the blessing of palm fronds and a Gospel reading outside the cathedral before a procession inside for the continuation, marked the solemn start of Holy Week in the church. (Photos by Sarah Webb)
Jackson Culhane from St Bede Parish holds his palm waiting for it to be blessed.
Louisa Perira from Ressurection Parish hold her palm high during the ready of the Gospel.
10 month old Georgeanna holds her first palm during mass.
The congregation holds their palm high as the Gospel is sung.
Edda Paller from St Cecilia Church in Philadelphia holds her palm high.
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