We were delighted to have our Sunday Mass in the cathedral on 25 November, and were amazed that the cathedral was almost full. Père Erny Gillen, Vicaire Général of the archdiocese presided at the Mass, standing in for the archbishop who was in Rio de Janeiro helping plan the 2013 World Youth Day. The prayers and readings were in English and French, and Père Gillen preached in both languages. The English homily included an amusing story about a man called Pedro working in Mexico. Those who were there will smile when they recall it.
The welcome at the beginning of Mass was delivered by Mme Cheryl Kouba, Chair of the Parish Council of the English-speaking community, in Luxembourgish, English and French. Just to add to the linguistic richness, the Creed was in Latin, and everyone was invited to say the Our Father in their own tongue!

Hymns, chants and accompaniment were provided as usual by members of the parish, with the addition of the cathedral organist. A power of work and planning went into the event, and thanks are due to all concerned. If you would like to see the order of service used at the Mass, you can find it here: Messe intercommunitaire. If anyone has photos of the event, please email them to fr.ed@pt.lu and they will be posted here.