We were three in Berba: Gosia, Sr. Darlene and I. Each one did something different from the other. Gosia did art work. I made masks and later did hats and caps for the children. What I learned was how to transform my work into a ministry. Sr. Darlene did bible study and helped and encouraged us. – Read the rest

On June 30, Wafaa, Gosia (a Polish volunteer) and I went to Berba for 6 weeks of apostolic activities in the village. Gosia’s presence was a real gift for us and for the village. Each of us had our particular focus: Gosia did art projects with the children in the Children’s Summer Club in the garden and for the catechetical sessions; Wafaa used some of the sewing skills she has learned in her work of the last 2 years in Alexandria and Cairo and also took part in the catechetical sessions; part of my role was to organize Gosia’s activities (materials needed, schedules, groups, helpers, etc.). – Read the rest

Here are some news of Gemenos that we would like to share with you. Since the installation of our chapel and the inauguration of the beautiful stained – glass window, given by Sion to Flor d’Arc, we have the Eucharist three times a week. The other days we go to the Parish. – Read the rest

Of course the excitement about the Pope’s visit was extremely high as well as the security! I was happy to go to the Church of All Nations at Gethsemane and hear him speak to the Religious Men and Women. It was a wonderful event and amazingly after two very full days in Jordan and Bethlehem, Francis looked refreshed and alert.  – Read the rest