Monday 11 June 2012

Corpus Christi Procession 2012

The rain held off just long enough to enable the Blessed Sacrament to be carried in procession once again through the streets of Oxford, followed by an impressive crowd of people.

We began as usual at the Oratory:

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And stopped at Blackfriars:

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The Gospel was proclaimed:

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Bishop William Kenney, C.P. preached:

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The procession continued on its way:

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Accompanied by the Witney Town Band:

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And a megaphone:

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Earth's light and Jubilee:

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Finally arriving at the University Chaplaincy for Benediction, followed by tea.

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