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Pope Benedict XVI celebrates the Mass of the Epiphany in St. Peter's Basilica, January 6th, 2010 (Daylife)
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For our vestment enthusiasts I would make note that the chasuble the Holy Father wore for today's Mass is one of the most Italianate and baroque examples of a Roman chasuble that has been used to date.
More photos if they become available.
Update
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(Source: Daylife)