What Is a Papal Blessing?
Papal Blessings, or Benediction Papalis, are inscribed certificates conferred by the Holy Father of the Roman Catholic Church to honor baptisms, confirmations, marriages, anniversaries and other special celebrations of the faith's baptized members.
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Appearance
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A Papal Blessing features hand painted calligraphy on parchment with the papal seal and signature, and the current Pope's picture.
Application
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Catholics can apply for a blessing through their Chancery Office. The Catholic Diocese of Arlington advises you apply at least three months and possibly six months before the event because the request must be processed at the Chancery and then sent to Rome where the blessings are issued.
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Requirements
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The Chancery Office will help with paperwork, questions, selecting the blessing language and choosing the style of certificate. You will need the name of your priest, parish, town and country to witness that you are Catholic.
Cost
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A Papal Blessing costs around $40 to $60, which is for an offering for those in need.
Warnings
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Catholic authorities advise against trying to obtain a Papal Blessing through the Internet or mail as they may be scams.
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The Papal Blessing 1975 is in our home. With the Popes photo.Mrs Weber likes calligraphy.It took six yrs to get.Mail in italy slow.
