This and That

Today was what could be considered the first full day of orientation.  We began with Mass this morning celebrated by the Vice Rector of the NAC, followed by our first 'house meeting' which reminded us all how to live in a group.  Following, we got a tour of the main seminary building, which also included an opportunity to exchange money (finally!) and open our house account.  Prior to lunch, we had a reception with the seminary faculty.
Following lunch, we have our daily siesta break, which does not necessarily mean nap time.  It is a good chance to review the morning's  information and prepare for the afternoon sessions.  Today we will meet with a few more of the administration for some guidance on how the NAC runs as well as the Sisters who run the Bishop's Office for US Visitors in Rome.

One of the great joys thus far is to be with men from throughout the United States, as well as England, Canada and Australia.  And lunch meals, taken at the main building, afford the opportunity to meet seminarians (or newly ordained priests completing their studies) again from various (arch)dioceses throughout the United States.  Again, they have all be most welcoming and helpful.