It's coming to an end

Hundreds of pilgrims began making their way out of Sydney - by plane, bus, train or car. Our first car wanted to commence travelling at 6am - to beat the rush - however, the Sisters of St Joseph staying on site at Mt Street, were asked to sing at the 7.30am Mass - which we did with much enthusiasm.




From left : Sharon Dick, Janette, Murphy, Anne-Marie Gallagher (NSW), Janette Foxe (NSW), Jill O'Loughllin (NZ), Geraldine Larkins, Julia Della Franca (WA) & Mary Ryan


However, we were delayed slightly by the community of French pilgrims from Denver, Colorado who were at the Mary MacKillop Chapel for a 6.30am Mass - concelebrated by 11 priests.



Along the way we past many buses filled with pilgrims. Half way along the journey we were stopped in Tarcutta for a licence check and a breathalyzer - well done Sharon for passing the test!


A quick stop at Albury was a fun event - just a coffee and refreshment stop at Zo'i. We began speaking with Rob and Janina, the owners, who were interested in our trip to WYD. I want to keep the Kevin Rudd theme happening here - Janina is shown holding a cup which our Prime Minister might have used as he visited there just last Monday - what a coincidence!