Leaving Portugal and Santiago de Compestela

This was supposed to be posted yesterday but because of the lack of good internet we could not post it.

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Hola Folks, we are on our on our way to Santiago de Compostela from Leiria this morning.  Our visit to Lisbon was great, the people were very warm and welcoming as it was the birth places of St. Anthony of Padua.  We visited the Church of his birth that is located next to the Cathedral, which was amazing itself.  Yesterday, in Fatima, I had the opportunity to pray after the mass we attended with over 20,000 pilgrims before the sit where the Virgin appeared to the shepherds.  In thanksgiving for her protection of my life and vocations as I journey deeper into the depths of Christ’s love and his priesthood, as I lay aside my selfish ways to serve him and his people more fully.  Until next time.

• Fr. Wade

Back to back we had three days of great spiritually uplifting moments, First St Anthony of Padua's birthplace in Lisboa, then Our Lady of Fatima and today, the tomb of St James the apostle. Seeing the beautiful architecture surrounding these three places was absolutely fantastic. Another thing that hit me was the two masses I attended in Portuguese yesterday and today. I could follow it because of the familiarity with the mass parts, but most importantly, He was recognized in the Eucharist! Which makes me super proud of being Catholic.

                                                                                                                                                 - Dcn Ron