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Sunday Worship: Hail Queen of Heaven - Mass for the Feast of the Assumption

Hail Queen of Heaven - Mass for the Feast of the Assumption

BBC Radio 4 - Sunday Worship, Hail Queen of Heaven - Mass for the Feast of the Assumption

Mass for the Feast of the Assumption live from Salford Cathedral, with the Bishop of Salford, The Right Reverend John Arnold.

A Mass from Salford Cathedral, to celebrate the Feast of the Assumption of Mary. 

This festival is celebrated the world over and marks the belief that Mary, the mother of Jesus, was lifted bodily into heaven at the end of her earthly life.

The Right Reverend John Arnold, Bishop of Salford, reflects on the significance of this feast day and the importance of the Virgin Mary within the Catholic faith. Music is sung by the Salford Cathedral Choir directed by Alex Patterson. 

Producer: Philip Billson

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