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June 20: Forum, Colosseum, and Mary Major

Hello friends and family. Today began at the Mamertine Prison where Peter and Paul spent time together awaiting their death and baptizing other prisoners. Next, we toured through the Roman Forum and experienced the grandeur of Ancient Rome, saw the Senate building, and toured the infamous Colosseum. 

Most importantly, pilgrims enjoyed their first major Basilica, Mary Major, where Mass was celebrated and we prayed near the relic of the Nativity crib and the tomb of St. Jerome.

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