St. Peter’s Basilica at 400: ‘The Parish Church of the World’ Celebrates 4 Centuries

Daniel Ibáñez/National Catholic Register
The vast church has drawn the faithful to prayer for four centuries.

Consecrated by Pope Urban VIII on Nov. 18, 1626, St. Peter’s Basilica continues to welcome people of every country and creed to the tomb of the first pope.

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