Monday, February 23, 2009

Taizé-Day 9 of the Trip

Kids are happy to eat pizza at the airport but sad to leave




































Taizé-Day 8 of the Trip

Michael is still awed by Taize and Teenagers. Krista loved watching every single teen transform at Taize





















 Boy's Dorm - smells only slightly better than it looks!!
















Dormitory Alley at CCB Eucharist









 

Taizé-Day 7 of the Trip

Took a walk with the teens to the TGV bridge. Now they are getting ready for Prayer around the Cross or "Good Friday" at Taize. Much later: Michael is awed by Taize; Krista is moved by the teenagers.



















Team America raises the Big Top - after a couple of tries






















Hanging out in the sun




 


















Waiting for the TGV (fast train) to come through

 


















Juggling is universal
















Teaching "Cotton Eyed Joe" dance

















Brother Alois meets with the teens






















The Church for Silent Prayer



Friday, February 20, 2009

Day 6-Taizé


In silence with everyone which is tough to do now that we are 600.  Michael is even happier with his group after a meeting with Brother John




























Delicious!!
































Gearing up for tent making

















Big tents for food distribution at Easter























Beautiful peaceful evening











 





Cultural Socialization!!

Thursday, February 19, 2009

Day 5-Taizé

We are happy to see the sun. And he is happy for Wellington's while building many, many tents.













Welcome more groups today form South Korea and Belgium etc.














Kitchen Duty Chart - "Yes We Can"













Saw the Sun today!!

Wednesday, February 18, 2009

Taizé-Day 4 of the Trip

I am wet and cold but loving the energy of these kids.
-Rev. Michael Bird

























Taizé-Day 3 of the Trip

At Taizé, fully welcomed and enjoying the community.