Pope Francis is made his first trip to the United States in September. He arrived in Philadelphia on September 26. While in Philadelphia, he held Mass at the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul, Visited Independence Hall, Visited the Festival of Families, met with bishops at St. Martin Chapel, visited Curran-Fromhold Correctional Facility, celebrated Mass for the conclusion of the World Meeting of Families.
Pope Francis delivers homily during closing Mass of World Meeting of Families in Philadelphia
Pope Francis blesses a baby from popemobile in Philadelphia
Pope Francis greets family during closing Mass of World Meeting of Families
Pope Francis presents copy of Gospel of Luke to young man during closing Mass of World Meeting of Families
Pope Francis walks to seat after delivering homily during closing Mass of VIII World Meeting of Families in Philadelphia