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ROME AND LATIUM: CELEBRATION OF THE 161 ANNIVERSARY OF THE END OF THE SIEGE OF GAETA IN 1860-1861

3/02/2022

SACRED MILITARY CONSTANTINIAN ORDER OF SAINT GEORGE

Delegation of Rome and Latium

CELEBRATION OF THE 161ST ANNIVERSARY OF THE END OF THE SIEGE OF GAETA IN 1860-1861

GAETA, FEBRUARY 12, 2022

On the occasion of the 161st Anniversary of the end of the siege of Gaeta in 1860-1861, which marked the decline of the Kingdom of the Two Sicilies, the Delegation of Rome and Lazio wishes to continue celebrating the memory of that heroic defense during which, in the presence of the T.M. King Francis II and Queen Maria Sofia of Bourbon Two Sicilies, many soldiers and citizens courageously sacrificed their lives within the ancient walls of the “Faithful” city, animated by unconditional loyalty and love for the country.

The detailed program can be downloaded by clicking here. The Delegate H.H. Prince Don Lelio Niccolò Orsini d’Aragona and the Representative for the City of Gaeta Com. Avv. Salvatore Scafetta will attend. During the morning, the suggestive ceremony of raising the flag and throwing a wreath into the sea for the Fallen of the Siege, offered by the Ex Allievi Nunziatella National Association, will take place near the cliffs of the so called “Montagna Spaccata”.

In the afternoon, a visit to the Diocesan Museum is planned. Afterwards, a solemn mass will be celebrated by H.E. the Archbishop of Gaeta Msgr. Luigi Vari.

The Mayor of Gaeta Dr. Cosimo Mitrano, the Vice Delegate of Rome of the Constantinian Order Count Riccardo Langosco di Langosco, the Commander of the “Nunziatella” Military School Colonel Ermanno Lustrino, the Honorary President of the National Association of Nunziatella Alumni Dr. Giuseppe Catenacci and the President of the Lazio Section Gen. CA Antonio Ricciardi will take part in the events.

In compliance with the provisions in force regarding the prevention of the spread of Covid-19, entry to the Diocesan Museum and the Basilica will be limited and regulated in order to encourage participation in a safe manner. All those interested in participating are requested to reply within 12:00 noon- Thursday, February 10, at the address: cerimonialeinchiesa.romaelazio@ordine-costantiniano.it

CALABRIA: ACTIVITIES IN JANUARY

31/01/2022

Reggio Calabria, January 28th, 2022 – The Delegation of Calabria has been able to meet the needs of the less fortunate, offering them new clothes, mostly jackets and duvets. The Knights of Merit Dr. Salvatore Artuso and Dr. Giuseppe Tripodi delivered a large quantity of clothes to two important aid points of the city: the parish San Nicola di Bari in Vito and the Lena Help Center.

LOMBARDY: ACTIVITIES IN JANUARY

31/01/2022

Brescia, January 1st, 2022 – The first day of the new year was for the Knights and Dames of the Order the symbolic beginning of a charitable commitment, through the lunch offered and served in support of the volunteers of the “Mensa Menni” of the diocesan Caritas in Brescia.

During the Christmas holidays, many sweets collected by Representative of the city of Lecco Dr. Luigi Rogliano were distributed.
Delegate Giuseppe Rizzani and Mons. Arnaldo Morandi coordinated the distribution in favour of various organizations.

Mantua, January 8th, 2022 – His Exc. Rev. Msgr. Marco Busca, Bishop of Mantua, received the Representative of the city of Mantua Andrea Moretti and the volunteer Laura Mazzacani.

Brescia, January 12th, 2022 – Mr. Luciano Mazzola delivered to the representatives of the Saints Peter and Paul parish of Brescia various food intended for needy families. The food is part of the food collection carried out by some volunteers.

Brescia, January 15th, 2022 – Mr. Romano Savi and Mrs. Francesca Ghidini presented to the representatives of the parish S. Apollonio in Lumezzane various foods, coming from the food collection carried out by volunteers.

Milan, January 22nd, 2022 – The delegation of Lombardy celebrated a Mass on the occasion of the liturgical feast of Blessed Maria Cristina of Savoy, Queen of the Two Sicilies at “Santa Maria del Carmine” Church in Milan.
The Eucharistic Celebration, presided by Msgr. Luigi Mistò, was attended by Knights and Dames of the Dynastic Orders of the Royal House of Savoy headed by the Grand Official Delegate Alberto di Maria, along with Knights and Dames of the Lombardy Delegation of our Order, led by Nob. Dr. Giuseppe Rizzani, Delegate for Lombardy. Msgr. Arnaldo Morandi, Prior of Lombardy, the Hon. Gabriele Albertini, Representative of the Metropolitan City of Milan and the Vice Delegate of Calabria Dr. Aurelio Badolati also attended.

Brescia, January 24th, 2022 – Maurizio Mirandola, Benedetto Magro, Katia Chiari and the decorated Vincenzo Porzio have delivered to the representatives of the Caritas parish of Bovezzo (BS), 6 boxes containing 54 packets of typical Italian cakes, which will be given to families assisted by the caritas itself.

Brescia, January 28th, 2022 – Mr. Pietro Santacroce gave Mr. Giuseppe Spalenza some 350 boxes of peeled tomatoes, which will be donated to some needy families living in Brescia.

NAPLES AND CAMPANIA: MORE CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES IN DECEMBER AND JANUARY

28/01/2022

The Delegation of Naples and Campania contributed this year as well to help the traditional charity sale of products, promoted by “Avventure di latta” association. Thanks to the sale of many products, that are handmade by non-EU citizens eager to learn to work, a period of work has been guaranteed for two of them; this will help to stimulate their inclusion in society.

Mr. Angelo Fasulo was given the medal of merit of the Constantinian Order at the main Cathedral in Salerno. After reading the Knight’s prayer, Mr. Fasulo donated several bags of dog food, which were sent to the Salerno kennel. Msgr. Michele Pecoraro, Canon of the Cathedral, also attended, who then blessed the medals that Knight Alfonso Grieco gave to the new Knights D’Aiuto, Sessa, Pastore, Pepe and Rocco, according to the Delegate of Naples and Campania, Marquise Federica de Gregorio Cattaneo’s indications.

TUSCANY: SOME PAST ACTIVITIES

26/01/2022

November 5th – Pistoia. According to the aspiring Knight Mattia Buldo’s initiative, the Tuscan Delegation delivered some boxes containing food to “Filo di Arianna” Association, a diocesan institution which hosts mothers and their children. This donation is part of the “Briciole di Salute” project.