Today we had a walking tour of Santiago de Compostela where we had the opportunity to visit the local markets - we were amazed at the fresh fruit and vegetables and the variety of seafood. From here we walked the paths of the Camino as they arrived in to the city to reach St James Cathedral. This is an amazing Cathedral and we saw the tomb of St James. We celebrated mass at Midday and there was standing room only. We could not get a seat and sat around a pillar. Fr Woods co celebrated, Deacon James and Bing assisted. This was a wonderful opportunity for them and the mass was in Spanish and parts in Latin. Before the final blessing they lit the incense in the thurble (it was massive) and it was swung side to side the height of the ceiling. What an amazing sight. This was definitely something not to miss.
We have enjoyed the afternoon shopping and strolling the streets. We are finding the lifestyle very different as we do not eat dinner until 8pm and then we go out and listen to music in the streets. It is such a beautiful and lively culture of a night and the streets do not sleep. There is so much to see - and of course we are blogging at midnight!!!
Fr Michael is continuing to entertain us and made an interesting tour guide for us this morning!!
CHRIS, hope you have a massive one, just as special and inspiring as the places you are visiting.
ReplyDeleteThis truly is a wonderful place to be and thanks for keeping us in the front row. Good to see everyone getting into the spirit of things, but then how could you fail with a guide like that.
Sue & Mick
You laughed at me when I said you would be doing this at midnight!!! So enjoying the blog Kathy and very envious.
ReplyDeleteBack from Yr 11 retreat and you were all in in our prayers on a number of occasions.
It was a fantastic retreat, kids unbelievable in their maturity and profound discussion.
Once again very envious of your trip.
Happy birthday again Chris - put the message on the wrong day - hope you had a memorable day - you are all in our thoughts daily and we are looking to your many stories when you get home Luv mum & dad
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