The elders of the parish, both the women and the men, along with the altar servers, the priests, and the local band, all march, along with the choir. This video is of the choir walking past. You can hear them, then the ceremonial drum, and then the huge gong in the bell tower. The weather was cloudy and cool, perfect for us to stand outside.
In the summers I spend time with my good friends in Phat Diem, Vietnam, a small country village with a world famous cathedral. Here are some of my musings. If you would like to correspond, please email me: garymeegan@gmail.com.
Sunday, June 26, 2011
Eucharistic Adoration and Procession
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As you can imagine, anniversaries are just as important here in Vietnam as they are in the States. As it was Bishop Joseph's 23rd annive...
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I have to show you the workmanship evident in the windows and doors. The wood slats and pars are completed on the left, but the inside shu...
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I just figured out how to post videos using YouTube, so here are the kids from Hoa La parish.