Pope Francis celebrated first vespers for the vigil of the solemnity of Mary, Mother of God, in St. Peter’s Basilica on Tuesday.

The pope, who turned 88 Dec. 17, mostly uses a wheelchair and presides over rather than concelebrates most public liturgies.

Many are hoping that the Eucharistic fire started this past year through the revival will lead to an outpouring of fervor and missionary zeal across the country.