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Papal Mass Marks Start of Holy Year of Mercy

Pope Francis pushed open the great bronze doors of St. Peter's Basilica on Tuesday, Dec 8, 2015, to launch his Holy Year of Mercy.
Pope Francis pushes open the Holy Door of St. Peter's Basilica, formally launching the Holy Year of Mercy, at the Vatican on Tuesday, Dec. 8, 2015.
Pope Francis pushes open the Holy Door of St. Peter's Basilica, formally launching the Holy Year of Mercy, at the Vatican on Tuesday, Dec. 8, 2015. Gregorio Borgia / AP