The sisters gather the first evening for Vespers and BenedictionOur Reverend Mother addresses some opening words to the sistersConference by Monsignor WachDaily Mass. Here, a sermon by MonsignorA joyful meal together in recreationAll gather in the chapel for the renewal of vowsVespers followed by BenedictionThe Office of Compline that nightThe sisters had a wonderful opportunity to visit the palace of Versailles. Here, they have lunch on the palace's public groundsOne of the Institute’s oblates is very learned on the history, art, and architecture of Versailles and was able to act as our tour guideThe sisters received a special permission to enter into and visit the palace’s chapel, usually closed off to visitorsThe queen’s quartersSunday Mass, with the schola seen in the centerMany sisters assist in the kitchenConference given by our Reverend MotherMany of the sisters share a singing piece in multiple voices for the last evening.Deo gratias!
