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From the Archives: The Pre-pandemic Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Philadelphia

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The Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe is the most popular religious celebration for Mexicans around the world. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the centuries old tradition has been disrupted. Community Journalist Édgar Ramírez shares images from his photo archives of the celebration before the times of COVID-19.

Parishioners carry the image of the Virgin of Guadalupe during a pilgrimage to the Cathedral Basilica SS. Peter and Paul in Philadelphia, on Dec. 11, 2019.
Parishioners carry the image of the Virgin of Guadalupe during a pilgrimage to the Cathedral Basilica SS. Peter and Paul in Philadelphia, on Dec. 11, 2019.Read moreÉDGAR RAMÍREZ / For The Inquirer (CUSTOM_CREDIT)
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