Christmas in Rome

Buon Natale from Roma. I'm here at our Marianist General Administration and Seminary for the rest of the Advent season after the sabbatical program in Manziana. I will be celebrating Christmas with our seminarians and brothers here at the GA. It is a blessing being here in Rome and experiencing the sounds and sights of the city during this holiday season. Walking around the city and seeing all the holiday lights and colors of the season heightens my awareness of Rome in its busyness during this time of the year. Visiting many basilicas and churches makes me aware of the true spirit of Christmas; Christ coming into our lives and being thankful for God's gift of life to each one of us. What a place to be grateful and thankful for all the blessings in our lives.