We attended the baptism of our friends' son in a side chapel of St Peter's Basilica today.
It was a wonderful occasion in an awe-inspiring location.
The beauty of the Basilica's interior is almost too much to take in.
It was an honour to be invited to little Julian's baptism. Eight years ago, we attended Allesandro and Claudia's wedding in Adelaide.
Later, at midday, the Pope appeared at the window of his lodgings overlooking St. Peter's Square. He blessed and addressed the adoring crowd.
Here are some pics from today ...
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| Two sets of parents await the baptism of their children |
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| Claudia, Julian (with priest), Allesandro holding Isabelle |
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| the awe-inspiring opulence |
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| exquisitely carved mahogany confessional |
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| Another Michaelangelo masterpiece |
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| top floor, second window from right, the Pope makes an appearance |
Then snd now.u
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