Some of you know that every year I get the pleasure of walking through flower gardens on mothers day. You might be thinking that I will not have that pleasure this year. But Karen has found a way even here in Rome. Tomorrow we are signed up to walk through the Vatican gardens. That is right, the Pope's garden...so look for pics of that on tomorrows blog. Sorry to miss you and Duane Peggy!
Today we took the subway to the Vatican to worship at the main service. It was in Latin, but they gave us a very easy to follow booklet that had it in English. This is me in front of St. Peters.
There were a lot of pastors / priests doing the service, not to mention 10 altar boys! The Pope is usually at some other church throughout the world on Sunday. On Wednesday, he does a service here. On nice days it is outside on the front steps. Bob Reindle actually met the Pope during WW II. You should ask him about it sometime. The guys in red I think are Cardinals.
I spent the rest of the afternoon in my room because my blister has gotten worse and Karen wants me in tip top shape for our garden walk tomorrow. Our room is smaller now that Kay, Marvin and Keriann are gone. It is also cheaper. But it is cozy and very pleasant.
We have breakfast here every morning while in Rome, a warm croissant, cereal, a roll, tea or coffee.
Looking down the hall toward the reception desk. There are about 12 rooms and Hotel Margaret is on the fourth floor. An old fashioned elevator takes us up or we can take the stairs.
A view out our window.
Well I have my foot up, Karen is out roaming the streets of Rome and should be back soon and we will go out to dinner. Tomorrow we go to the Garden and Tuesday morning we take the long flight home. It has been more than I could have imagined. I have learned so much that will be useful in ministry and I am looking forward to sharing it in both preaching and teaching the Good News of Jesus Christ.
Blessings,
Pastor Dave
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