Long title :)
OK, our last day was pretty big. We went to Montserrat and Manressa, both places strongly connected with St Ignatius of Loyola. Our first stop in the morning was the massive mountain of Montserrat, the name coming from (Mont - Mountain) and (Serrat - Cut). The mountain itself is huge, and dominates the skyline for a long way. It has a beautiful monastery and basilica containing the miraculous statue known as "The Black Madonna", and is also home to the famed Montserrat Boys Choir. We were privileged to be there for one of their afternoon performances. We were there for about 5 hours, exploring the many things it has on offer.
We then went back down the mountain to Manresa, where St Ignatius stayed for 11 months in a cave, and wrote his spiritual exercises. We visited the cave where he stayed during this time, and visited the nearby church.
We then headed back to the city. 6 of us decided to go on a cruise we had seen advertised the night before. It was a 1 1/2 hour boat ride around on the Mediterranean, and seemed too good an opportunity to miss. We all enjoyed it thoroughly.
By now, most of you would know that we have returned to Australia. Our flight back was uneventful (as far as I know) and we landed safely in Brisbane, to be met by respective parents and/or Cass, who took those who were not going straight home to the Vinnies Brisbane Office, to sleep out there. The next day we had a de-brief session, and a special morning tea with some members of state and national council.
Thus endeth this chronicle of events.
Well not really, we've only just begun.......
Liam
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