2006-12-11 15:21:25

Papal Basilicas


(11 Dec 2006 RV) After centuries buried beneath the high altar of the basilica, the marble sacrophagus containing the remains of the Apostle Paul has been brought to light for the benefit of pilgrims.
The end of excavations at St Paul's Outside the Walls was marked by a special press conference here at the Vatican. During the conference the Archpriest of St Pauls, Cardinal Montezemolo announced that the four major Roman basilicas will be getting a new title. From now on they will be refered to as Papal basilicas rather than Patriarchal basilicas. Hear More.. RealAudioMP3







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