Treasures of Santarem- Up and Down; In and Out

Colegio Santa Clara: Casa Mae

This morning Sr. Gizele, principal, gave us a tour of the historic Colegia Santa Clara. The colegia provides a wholistic education for its students which helps them discover their talents which they are then in turn encouraged to contribute to society. This is a part of their "transmitting the message of life" through music, dance, poetry and the other arts. Above we meet, Sr. Mara with her students, and Sr. Liege, in her school psychology office. As well as, one of the very talented 2nd graders.

Porao: The Basement


The miracle of the disappearance of the termites that have plagued the colegio's foundations, happened when the porao, basement was excavated. All of a sudden-- no more termite problem! The historical wealth uncovered here below is too much to be captured in this small space. Come and experience-- see the original trunks Mo. Immaculata brought from Germany, as well as other equipment the orphans used for printing the magazine that helped sustain them. Come hear the stories from the wonderful staff and students of Colegio Santa Clara for yourself!

ZooFit: Zoological Center for Saving and Rehabilitating Abandoned Animals from the Amazon

In the afternoon we were treated to walk a part of the Amazon and experience a zoological center that saves and cares for abandoned Amazon animals. It is truly a work of heart-- compassion and service-- like St. Francis! We thank our hosts most graciously! Muito Obrigado!

"People without memory are people without history." - Bishop Pedro Casaldaliga