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Bishops Donald J. Kettler of Fairbanks, Alaska, George L. Thomas of Helena, Mont., and Blase J. Cupich of Spokane, Wash., concelebrate Mass with bishops from Washington, Oregon, Montana, Idaho and Alaska in the crypt of St. Peter's Basilica at the Vatican April 25. The bishops were making their "ad limina" visits to report on the status of their dioceses.

Photo: CNS photo / Paul Haring