Here is the first installment of pics from our time in Germany. We have ended stage of the pilgrimage and are beginning another. Hundreds of thousands are gathered to celebrate the Catholic Faith the Faith in Jesus Christ. We are all in Germany to be with the Holy Father Benedict XVI, who leads us closer to the Father through the Son. In the midst of this world filled with violence and pain we have gatherd in peace for peace becuase of our love for Christ.

Here are a couple pictures from Lourdes.
It is an amazing place to experienc Christ in the sick. They come with total confidence in Christ's healing power. It is also a beautiful city to visit.

While in Fatima Nick Dudo and I where on our way to the perpetual adoration chapel when we realized that a Eucharistic procession was taking place. This is one of the many reasons I love Fatima so much! There is always some beautiful liturgical or prayer event taking place. It is part of the culture of that city it is part of the normal routine of life to give glory to God.

Sorry for the unrotated pic. It makes the viewing experience more interactive! This is me in Fatima. This is the second time that i have come to this sacred place of prayer. Fatima is a quite place of prayer. It is a simple town when compared to Lourdes but the presence of Jesus and Mary can be truly experienced.

It was difficult to say good by to my family. I love them so much. But after travelling from Philadelphia to London and finally reaching Lisbon, Portugal i am reunited with my classmate Nick Dudo. Here is Jaime King, John Rossi, myself and Nick. Although i have left my family behind i have my brother seminarians.

Here i am surrounded by my loving nephews and niece on the day of my departure. I miss them already!

Fast forward to the Day of my departure.

Here Chris Hernandez and Orlando help me pack the my belongings.
We took them to Fedex where we spent almost two hours. Thanks be to God everything arrived safely to Rome.

More party Pics

Here are some Pictures from my farewell party. That was a most special day in my life. I realized how much support i had from all my family and friends. I would like to thank especially thank my mother and father. They worked tirelessly to make that day very special. I would also like to thank all my family who help set up, cook, serve and clean up afterwards.

Starting this week i will begin posting pictures and comments on my last two weeks. I finally arrived in Rome. All the postings will be behind for a while until i can catch up. I will begin by posting photos from my farewell party and on.