One of the best parts of this time in Rome is our common life together. We begin each day with Morning prayer and Mass. Father Landry celebrates a beautiful and reverent Mass with inspiring homilies.
It has been a pleasure getting to know each Sister and her community. Everyone is participating to the full whether they are praying, eating, socializing, doing the dishes, cooking or helping out in other generous ways. There is a comradery that is developing in the spirituality of communion between all of us.
Today Father took us to St. Peter's. We began in the morning with a tour of the Basilica and ended with a Scavi Tour in the evening. We were able to pray at the tombs of Bl. John XXIII and Bl. John Paul II (to name a few). Father continues to open the Scriptures to us as he leads our tours, as well as give us very interesting bits of history.
The Scavi Tour was profound and moving. Father led us through the underground tombs that eventually took us to the tomb of St. Peter. Father unfolded the history not only of the early Christians, but also of how St. Peter's tomb was discovered. Pope Pius XII was responsible for the excavation under the Basilica that led to the discovery of the bones of St. Peter.
The Catholic Church is literally built upon Peter. It was quite touching to see how reverently the early Christians guarded Peter's bones and tomb. To experience this tour with Father was a privilege. His love for Holy Mother Church, St. Peter, his amazing ability to convey history and the Word of God, draws us in and brings everything to life. We are being spoiled!
Be assured of our prayers for you and your intentions as we continue to visit these holy sites and tombs of the great Saints who have gone before us. Enjoy a few pictures below.
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| In the Piazza of St. Peter's. Some of the Sisters and Fr. Landry |
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| A group of us in front of St. Peter's. This was a photo opportunity for other pilgrims They either want to take our picture or be in one with us. We have met many interesting people. |
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| Sister Sarah had to have this picture taken with her U of M hat in front of St. Peter's. Those who know her know there is a story here! |
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| Father Landry preparing us for the Scavi Tour |
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| Right before our Scavi Tour |
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