WATCH: 14 Papal Pilgrims on Why They Came to Philadelphia to See Pope Francis

And what message do they want to give to the holy father?

Pilgrims from around the nation and world are arriving in Philadelphia to see Pope Francis’ appearances this weekend. We hit the streets to capture the sights, sounds, and voices of the the visitors. We wanted to know why they’re here, and what message they would like to give to Pope Francis.

Melena is here from San Fran to see the #pope. @PhillyMag

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Mariana is also here from@SF. #pope @phillymag A video posted by Joel Mathis (@joelmmathis) on

Sister Maria Frassati is helping guide youth from SF. #pope @phillymag

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El-Fatir Mohammed is Muslim, but is excited about the pope’s visit. #pope @phillymag A video posted by Joel Mathis (@joelmmathis) on

A group sings praise as they near the secure zone. #pope

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Jeff from Florida is eager to see the #pope A video posted by Joel Mathis (@joelmmathis) on

Duke from Florida is inspired by the #pope

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Tommy says he can already feel the #pope’s presence here. A video posted by Joel Mathis (@joelmmathis) on

Dorothy is a volunteer for the weekend. #pope

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Mari is praying for the #pope’s sciatica. A video posted by Joel Mathis (@joelmmathis) on

Fred wants the #pope to keep doing what he’s doing.

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Faith is praying for the #pope A video posted by Joel Mathis (@joelmmathis) on

Deacon Brandon Dang thinks the #pope is awesome.

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Daniel Seo says the #pope is an inspiration. A video posted by Joel Mathis (@joelmmathis) on