Christmas Eve worshippers fill Philadelphia cathedral to celebrate faith, tradition

Hundreds of people packed Philadelphia’s Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul in Logan Square on Christmas Eve, continuing a holiday tradition centered on faith, reflection and music.

Families from across the region gathered inside the historic basilica to mark the birth of Jesus, a message even the youngest worshippers understood the reason why.

“Because it’s Jesus’ birthday,” said 5-year-old Noah Friedrich…

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