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The congress opened with adoration and benediction led by Bishop Andrew Cozzens in Lucas Oil Stadium. [29] Prior to the opening event, the check-in line at times stretched for three-quarters of a mile. [29] Christophe Cardinal Pierre, apostolic nuncio to the United States, addressed the audience afterwards. [30]
The Adoration of the Cross has a crucifix, not necessarily the one that is normally on or near the altar at other times of the year, solemnly unveiled and displayed to the congregation, and then venerated by them, individually if possible and usually by kissing the wood of the cross, while hymns and the Improperia ("Reproaches") with the ...
It originated with the 11th-century monastic custom of reciting three Hail Marys during the evening, or Compline bell. It was traditionally recited in Roman Catholic churches, convents, and monasteries three times daily: 6:00 am, noon, and 6:00 pm and is usually accompanied by the ringing of the Angelus bell, which is a call to prayer. [132]