One of the greatest traditions that the NAC has a pleasure to be a part of by virtue of being in Rome is the Station Churches. This ancient tradition was revitalized in the 70's by the seminarians at the North American College and has been a important part of the lives of Americans, and all English speakers, in Rome ever since.
Everyday of the Lenten 40, we celebrate mass at a different Church in the city of Rome. We go to some of the oldest and most important were in the city, where martyrs and saints are buried and where Christians have been celebrating the Holy Sacrifice for well over a 1,000 years!
A majority of the seminary participates (in varying degrees). We leave early from the NAC and walk the street in silent prayer. It is an amazing witness to be a part of; it highlights for me the faith that made this city what it is today- a faith that is still alive and renewed.
Each one of us has our homes in prayer as we move from church to church, remembering our parishes at home and the faith there that makes them a true testimony in America.
Many bless to all of you this Lent!
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