Eucharistic Procession 2008

Yesterday the Gretencord family partook in the Austin Diocese’s Eucharistic Procession – which Thérèse had just learned is “a walk with Christ”. We arrived at the Seton Williamson hospital chapel shortly before the end of mass to join the start of the procession. The Almon’s were gracious enough to lend the kids their umbrellas to ward off the hot sun and push are “caravan” of strollers.

Soon our Blessed Lord appeared and the procession began.

It was a hot and humid afternoon but with plenty of water and layers of sunblock we faired quite well. It was a 3.3 mile walk to St. John Vianney. The crowd consisted mostly of young Hispanic people who were busying themselves handing out water, praying, and singing. It was a very joyous occasion.

After about 2 hours we arrived at the church and were greeted by Bishop Aymond. He took the monstrance into the church and continued with benediction.

We were happy to hear the bishop call for more Eucharistic Processions to begin taking place at the parish level. Let’s pray that our beloved priests will answer his call!