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Archdiocese hosting masses in remembrance of Pope Benedict XVI

Updated on: January 5, 2023 / 8:24 AM CST / CBS Chicago

Masses of remembrance for Pope Benedict XVI at Archdiocese of Chicago

CHICAGO (CBS) -- The Archdiocese of Chicago will begin two days of masses of remembrance for Pope Benedict XVI.

The first mass happened Wednesday at Saint Hyacinth's Basilica, located at 3636 West Wolfram in Avondale.

Five other masses of remembrance for Pope Benedict will be held Thursday in Palatine, Wilmette, LaGrange, Burbank, and two in Chicago.

The masses are open to the public.

Catholic Archdiocese of Chicago

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