Day 7 of World Youth Day 7-31-23

Part 2 of my journey begins! After many heartwarming goodbyes (and many hugs), I said farewell to the peaceful village of Cortes. The families I met there will forever be in my heart.

Now, we have arrived in the great city of Lisbon, and had evening mass at Igreja de Sao Roquefort, the oldest Jesuit church in Portugal (and the most beautiful church I have ever seen). In the many miles of walking, I genuinely have grown in the virtue of patience. I am excited about what this week has in store for us. The grandeur of the city is amazing to behold, but the quiet friendliness of the Portuguese countryside will always be my favorite. People of Cortes, you will never be forgotten!

-Nico

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