Though the usual scoffers scoffed, many of our readers were impressed by Armel’s pilgrimage, currently underway, from France to the Holy Land. He still seems to be doing well. I hope that he has been bolstered, even in some small way, by our prayers. Our Turkish correspondent was the recipient of some correspondence from Armel which seems to give a good picture of his positive attitude as well as his trust in Providence:

Hello,

Thank you for making me welcome in your home last week. God bless you and your family. I prayed for you and I hope God will listen to me, even if I am a sinner.

Now I am still in Ankara because I have to wait one week for my visa to Syria (actually, until next Wednesday, if all is OK). I live on Ataturk Boulevard next to the Italian embassy, with Turkish workers under tents since 3 days ago and until my visa comes.

It is OK: I could attend the Mass yesterday in the church of the Vatican embassy and I can pray every day.

The Turkish workers are very friendly.

Anyway, once more I thank you for your help last week and I go on praying for you. See you later.

Armel

And another letter:

Dear friend,

Here is some news:

I reached Ulukisla at the south of Aksaray. Five days more and I will join Adana.

It is cold and not too many people. I must be careful not to stay alone in the desert late in the afternoon. But God helps me and the angels, too. I can have two showers and eat every day even if there are not too many restaurants and houses.

I keep a fond memory of your family. I go on praying for you.

Thank you for your prayers.

Best regards,

Armel

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