Last night all the men from the Diocese of Southwark who are permanantly resident in Rome got to together for a meal. Hosted by the rector of the Venerable English College, who is from Wimbledon, he was joined by 5 seminarians. 2 (including myself) studying at the Beda and 3 who are studying at the Vec.
The evening began with Vespers at the VEC, which was a wonderful experiance. The VEC was founded during the reformation as both a sanctuary and a place to train Priest who would then return to mission in England. It was given the title Venerable as many who trained there subsequently became martyrs. Catholicism being made ilegal in England at the time. So it was wonderful to be there amongst so much History.
The college has so much wonderful artwork. Major renovation work has been carried on in the main chapel which will be officially opened by Cardinal Cormac next week.
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