Fw: [Dom Donald's Blog] Newminster Abbey Northumberland

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Donald, Br Aiden and I travelled south to the north of England, one hour and a half drive, in glorious weather. But there was a short shower just after the Mass as we walked back to the parish church.

Left: Bishop S. McGuiness, Principal Celebrant, Dom Donald with the Pilgrims. The Walk from the Church in Morpeth to the Site of Newminster could be describe as the Obstacle Pilgrimage, a long pathway including five or six kissing-gates or styles. I was amazed by the walking of one 90 year old lady with sticks among so many elders and also small children. Quite an achievemnt marking the historic event. Right: Within the claustal site, only covering was for the group of the Deaf School. After returning to the St. Robert of Newminster Church of Morpeth, there was a warm welcome to the visitors to the Marque for copious refreshments. The Church itself is a very interesting building. There is a glorious collection of Saints in the Church, the twelve and Apostles and the statues of St. Joseph and St. Benedict. My question was to ask everyone where was St. Robert. Eventually, Fr. John Cooper, PP., lead me and two priests from Germany, to show me the treasures of his Church. Saint Robert of Newminster is rather hidden in a colured window in the side of the Apse. &&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&& --