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## Video: Pope Francis' Inauguration

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_Published 2013-03-19. CNN news coverage of Pope Francis' Inauguration on March 19, 2013_


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## Transcript

Pope Francis rolled into St. Peter's square Tuesday morning where a crowd of thousands gathered under sunny skies to witness his inaugural mass. He did not ride in the traditional pope mobile, opting instead for an open air vehicle that allowed him direct contact with the faithful. He kissed babies and even got out of his SUV to bless a disabled man. [ MUSIC ] [ SOUND ] Following ceremonies inside St. Peter's Basilica, Pope Francis processed outdoors, where he was inaugurated Bishop of Rome. The newly- elected pontiff accepted a lambs wool shawl, a symbol of his role as The Good Shepherd. And the fisherman's ring, representing his duty to spread the Gospel.

Pope Francis delivered his first homily in Italian, asking followers to assume the role of protectors. [ FOREIGN ] We are all protectors of creation. Of the plan of God, written in nature. Protectors of one another, of the environment. Let us not allow that science of destruction and death accompany our journey of this world. 500 priests dispensed communion to the crowd. [ MUSIC ] After conclusion of the 2 hour mass. Pope Francis greeted the international heads of state and attendants including Vice President Joe Biden, who led the US Delegation. Francis assumes his role at the one of the busiest and holiest times in the Capa Calender, next Sunday is Palm Sunday.

Easter follows one week later. I'm Elizabeth Corridan reporting. [ MUSIC ]

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