The preparation of our 18 young pilgrims from Collège Durocher-St-Lambert is intensifying. From April 19th to the 21st, they went through an intensive camp experience where formation and inculturation coincided. Friday: basic Portuguese language classes followed by a “Brazilian” supper organized by Father Jean-Robert Michel.
To help the young people get used to “hearing the language” some invited guests shared in this meal: Sister Jacqueline Aubry and Mrs. Miquelina Silva from the Mission Sector, as well as a Portuguese family from Longueuil.
Saturday morning, a Skype call allowed each one to get acquainted with the family that would welcome them in Sao Paulo for a week, between their stay in Maceo and the World Youth Days in Rio de Janeiro.
This foretaste of Brazil was followed by a time of reflection and discussion so they could get to know each other better and discover the sources of spirituality within themselves.