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St. Peter's Basilica used for Mass like any Catholic church. Of course it is most well-known for for the papal liturgies which take place there. It should be noted however, that St. Peters is NOT a cathedral.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 10y agoAs pope, the Basilica is the church of the pope. As bishop of Rome, the Basilica of Saint John Lateran is his church. The Basilica is used for special Masses on importent feast days at which the pope presides - such as Christmas, Easter, Good Friday, etc,. It is also used for canonizations at which the pope usually presides.
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∙ 14y agoYes! it is mainly used during the gathering of the Cardinals and Bishops. The Pope also said mass to the people who attended this basilica.
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Is the Roman Basilica used today?
There are many Basilica's, I'm assuming you mean St Peters, Yes, I believe for tourism.
Was Saint Peter cremated?
no he was buried coz there was no such thing as cremated back then No. Cremation is not usually used by Catholics now days, and it DEFINITELY wouldn't have been used then. In fact, Saint Peters remains are kept in the crypt under Saint Peters Basilica in the Vatican.
How is the sacre coeur basilica still used today?
as a church
How is Saint Basil's Cathedral used today?
It is still an active church today.
Did spose die in a car accident?
The musician Ryan Peters, known as Spose, is still alive today.
Who destroyed Saint Augustine?
no one did it is still active today
Where are the physical remains of Paul and Peter buried today?
The physical remains of Saint Peter are believed to be buried beneath St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City. The remains of Saint Paul are said to be interred at the Basilica of Saint Paul Outside the Walls in Rome.
Does Saint Monica's body still remain today?
No, only her bones survive. She was not incorrupt.
How old is Saint Peter?
If he were still alive today he would be about 2015 years old.
Where are st peters remands today?
They are in the Vatican under St Peter's church; actually remains are a few bones believed to be of Saint Peter. You can actually take a solemn tour to see this
What is the Sacre Coeur Basilica being used for today?
A French Church. :)
How old is Saint Christopher?
If Christopher were still alive today he would be about 1800 years old.
