There is so much that can be said of St. Peter’s Basilica—to unfold the whole mystery of the presence of St. Peter’s tomb on the Vatican Hill for nearly 2,000 years.

Today, I explore with you the context of the Ember Days, Ordinations, and the Roman Station Churches:

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And, as always, enjoy our video tour available also on Crux Stationalis YouTube, where we explore the drama of the baroque and the later developments of art including the Baldacchino by Bernini, recently restored:

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