Visit to La Verna - Return to the Franciscan Roots!!!!

 Two hours of bus journey.....brought us to La Verna

 Everyone with smile and joy ....oh what a place to be

 Feeling the spirit of Stigmata......cool breeze......strong wind.....reminded of the time of Francis

 Bishop Delson.....we were together in International College

 Not just friars come but many lay people come here to experience the spirit of Francis

 Raffaele walking in the footsteps of Francis

 Each one sharing their experiences.....

 as you enter La Verna you are greeted with this beautiful scene.....

Photo of all Bishops along with the General Council