25,000 pilgrims for Mass in the St. Pius Basilica

The St Pius X Basilica seats 25,000 and today the church was full. From around the world Order of Malta and their malades (sick) companions celebrate the Eucharist together. In procession, were at least 100 priests and deacons along with many Cardinals, Archbishops and Bishops. The mass was celebrated in multiple languages, Latin, French, English and Italian. At the Offertory, the gifts were brought up by may be 30 youth. The youth are highly visible and very active in Lourdes. A future of the church. After the mass, we process back to the Grotto of our Lady, about 500 yards away where Cardinals, Archbishops, Bishops, Priests and Deacons sing the Regina Caeli. This mass is a very visible reminder to us all of the church throughout the world.