Oscar Romero’s Beatification through Salvadoran Eyes

by America Video January 17, 2017

What does Blessed Oscar Romero’s beatification mean for the people of El Salvador? Take in their reactions, plus the extraordinary sights and sounds of the beatification festivities.

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