...and the TV showing black smoke from the Vatican. I'm picking up some understanding of Polish - total immersion in a language is the only answer, and I've been listening to Polish radio and buying Polish magazines and newspapers. Mass yesterday evening at the glorious St Mary church in Krakow's central square - the rhythm of the words is the same in Polish, Latin, or English. The Masses at this church are generally in Polish (for the Penitential rites, and the Liturgy of the Word) and Latin (Offertory and Canon), and often chanted. Offertory and Canon ad orientem. Strong voices singing hymns, no hymn-books apparently required. Great sense of devotion, a good mix of people of all ages...
Flying home tomorrow. On Monday: a CATHOLIC HISTORY WALK in Chelsea. Meet outside Holy Redeemer Church, Cheyne Row, Chelsea, at 6.30pm. All welcome - no need to book, just turn up!
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