Thursday 19 March 2009

The Basilica of The Annunciation

At 6pm Thursday 18th we all went to Mass for the Feast of St Joseph.The celebration was in Arabic & Latin with a touch of Greek.The chief celebrant was the Bishop.The place was packed.After Mass the Bishop & people processed with the Icon of St Joseph to the Grotto of Annunciation.Veneration took place.Patsy & Paul were right at home.James & Thomas.....
We spent a good while looking at the contributions of many countries to the outside fo the Basilica - mosaics of Mother & Child
We still have not got accommodation for tomorrow on Mouint Tabor.We think we have sorted out James' rabies injections for 22nd & 26th when we are in the heart of the Palestinian Territories.
We have been received well by everyone.With enthusiasm by most people.
We are now in the Fauzi Azar Inn.This really is a lovely place.The 5* pina colada brigade would not give it a second glance & if they did they would not appreciate it.The four of us are in the same room Paul was 2 years ago.
Thomas is conducting a series of interviews for The Film - must go.

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