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EMILIA ROMAGNA: THE RESTORATION OF THE PAINTING OF DUKE FERDINAND I OF BOURBON

7/12/2021

On Thursday 2 December, the presentation of the restored painting of Duke Ferdinand I of Bourbon was held at the municipal library Passerini-Landi. It was organised by the Knights of Piacenza of the Constantinian Order of Saint George, belonging to the delegation of Emilia-Romagna. The interesting painting shows Ferdinand I of Bourbon, Duke of Parma, Piacenza and Guastalla from 1765 to 1802, who established the royal library of Piacenza in the former college of San Pietro in 1774, providing around five thousand books already owned by the Jesuits. In 1791, the library was enriched with three thousand manuscripts and books, thanks to the donation of the valuable collection of the bibliophile Count Pier Francesco Passerini. The Vice Prior of the Delegation, Father Stefano Antonelli, opened the ceremony with his blessing. Lawyer Corrado Sforza Fogliani, Commander of Grace and Delegate, welcomed the numerous civil, military and ecclesiastical authorities and thanked the high officials of the Sacred Military Constantinian Order, who had arrived for the occasion from Rome and Florence. The Vice Delegate, Knight of Merit Dr. Pietro Coppelli, claimed that this painting completes the preservation work of the monumental hall of the municipal library of Passerini-Landi. Actually, the Vice Delegate reminded that this restoration was preceded by the one concerning the portrait of Count Pier Francesco Passerini, which was carried out by the Constantinian Order in 2015. The art historian Professor Alessandro Malinverni spoke more specifically about the painting, outlining the contours of the figure of Duke Ferdinand I of Bourbon, and restorer Davide Parazzi summarised the steps taken to bring the painting back to life. Secretary General, Dr. Giampaolo Grazian, greeted the participants on behalf of H.R.H. Prince and Grand Master Charles of Bourbon Two Sicilies, congratulating the Delegation of Piacenza for the interesting and praiseworthy initiative. In conclusion, Delegate Corrado Sforza Fogliani, recalled that the Order is aimed at helping the needy with charitable works and, from a cultural point of view, preserving the testimonies of the past, as the Delegation of Piacenza has done with the restoration of the two important paintings.

NAPLES AND CAMPANIA: MEETING AT “CIRCOLO DELL’UNIONE”

7/12/2021

The Delegate for Naples and Campania, Marquise Federica De Gregorio Cattaneo, together with many other Constantinian Knights, especially the President of “Circolo dell’Unione” and that of the National Association of Italian Constantinian Knights, Don Giuliano Buccino Grimaldi, attended the conference “Il centrotavola per 60 coperti”. Professor Angela Carola, a famous porcelain expert and representative of Capodimonte Museum, organised the conference and the presentation of the book. She illustrated the history of the magnificent porcelain centrepiece found in the Capodimonte Museum’s storerooms. Professor Carola explained that the exceptional quality of the artefact can be linked to the great personality of Ferdinand IV of Bourbon, who financed and supported the royal school of porcelain and ceramics, ensuring that the business aspect did not exceed its artistic level, as was the case with other European royal manufactures. The Delegation thanked Professor Angela Carola for defending and enhancing once again the figure of Ferdinand IV of Bourbon, who bequeathed so much magnificence to future generations.

TUSCANY: ACTIVITIES AND DONATIONS

6/12/2021

On 18 September 2021, the Delegation of Tuscany, represented by Knight of Merit Angelo Ragnoni, Representative for Massa Carrara, together with Knight of Merit Giampaolo Caterino, donated a lot of foodstuff packages to the Caritas of the Parish Covetta Maria Santissima Mediatrice in Avenza (Carrara). The parish priest Claudio Baleani received the donation, which is part of the solidarity project “Briciole di Salute”.

Tuscany, Prato – On Wednesday 22 September 2022, the Delegation of Tuscany, represented by the Representative for Prato, Knight of Merit Dino Greco, together with Knight of Merit Giacomo Perrina, provided a large number of clothes to the Listening Centre of the Parish Santa Maria della Pietà in Prato, managed by the local Vincentian Volunteer Group represented by President Letizia Morozzi. The donation of the Delegation of Tuscany is part of the “Briciole di Salute” project.

Pisa, 6 October 2021 – H.E. the Grand Chancellor, Don Francesco, Prince Ruspoli, accompanied by the Delegate for Tuscany, Count Ranieri Gastone Adorni Braccesi, visited the Parachute Training Centre where they were received by the Commander, Colonel Gianni Copponi. During the meeting, which continued with a private visit to the Italian Army Airborne Museum, the numerous charitable activities carried out by the Order in the area were presented.

Livorno, 24 September 2021 – The Delegation of Tuscany, represented by the Representative for Livorno, Knight Officer of Merit Ezio Papa and by the Representative for Pisa, Knight Officer of Merit Giovanni Merola, donated a wheelchair to the Honorary Consulate of the Republic of Senegal in Livorno on behalf of Consul Dr. Andrea Ermini. This donation will ease the suffering of a needy family in Senegal. The donation of the Delegation of Tuscany is part of the “Briciole di Salute” project.

Livorno, 27 October 2021. Monsignor Simone Giusti, Bishop of Livorno and Prior of the Delegation, met Count Ranieri Gastone Adorni Braccesi, Knight Officer of Justice and Delegate of the Order for Tuscany, with the Coordinator for the Delegation, Knight of Merit Luciano Giorgio Giannelli. During the meeting, various topics concerning the Constantinian Militia were discussed. The meeting also allowed the awarding of a medal of merit to Petty Officer Francescantonio Verdicchio, First Marshal of the Italian Army, for his voluntary work in favour of the most vulnerable people.

Fosdinovo (MS) – On Friday 1 October, the Delegation of Tuscany attended the solemn Mass, in honour of Saint Remigius of Reims, the patron saint of the church and the municipality of Fosdinovo. The Delegation was invited by the parish priest, Ecclesiastical Knight Father Emanuele Borserini and it was represented by its Coordinator and several Knights. The Mass was presided over by Bishop Fausto Spella, with the assistance of the parish priest and another priest. The liturgical chants were performed by the parish choir. The liturgical furnishings of the high altar were beautiful. The solemn religious ceremony was attended by the local civil and military authorities and by so many faithful, in accordance with Covid regulations. The Municipal Administration of Fosdinovo was represented by the mayor, Mrs Camilla Bianchi.

Portoferraio (LI), 14 October 2021 – The Delegation of Tuscany, on the initiative of its Representative for the Island of Elba, Knight of Merit Andrea Terreni, Knight Officer of Merit Roberto Barbieri, together with Dame of Merit Marina Pedetti and with the participation of Dr. Giorgio Cuneo, donated basic foodstuffs to the President of the Association “Insieme per L’Elba”, Mrs. Stefania Di Chiara, to be distributed to the neediest families. The donation, in compliance with the Covid regulations, is part of the “Briciole di Salute” project, aimed at supporting the most vulnerable people.

Avenza (MS), 18 October 2021 – The Delegation of Tuscany, represented by Knight of Merit Angelo Ragnoni, Representative for Massa Carrara, on the initiative of Knight of Merit Giampaolo Caterino, donated basic foodstuffs and some fans to the Parish Maria SS. Parish priest Father Claudio Baleani received the donation, which is part of the « Briciole di Salute » project.

Borgo a Buggiano (PT), 19 October 2021 – The Delegation of Tuscany, represented by the Representative for Pistoia, Mr. Daniele Romanelli, Knight of Merit, together with the Knights of Merit Marco Meucci, Pierluigi Pucci, Pierpaolo Pellegrini, Antonio Vignali and the aspiring Knight Mattia Buldo, in collaboration with the President of the Civil Defence of Chiesina Uzzanese, Mr. Ivano Lucchesi, donated to Father Giampaolo Berrettini a great quantity of basic foodstuffs for thirty needy families. The donation is part of the «Briciole di Salute» project.

LOMBARDY: NOVEMBER ACTIVITIES

4/12/2021

On Sunday 7 November, the feast of the Holy Bishop Borromeo, to whom the ancient foundation is historically linked and inspired, was solemnly celebrated at the church San Carlo in Brescia, at the “Fondazione Casa di Dio ONLUS”. The celebration, presided over by Monsignor Pierantonio Bodini, Ecclesiastical Commander of Grace and spiritual assistant of the foundation, was attended by a group of Knights of the Delegation of Lombardy. The Order is also the guardian of the shrine “Santa Maria del lino”, which belongs to the foundation’s religious and historical-artistic heritage. At the end of the liturgy, Bishop Bodini made a solemn blessing with a precious and distinguished relic of St. Charles.

Brescia, 12 November 2021 – Knight Officer Maurizio Mirandola, together with a volunteer, after having spoken with the Deputy Director of the diocesan Caritas, Marco Danesi, has delivered about a tonne of pellets to the Caritas “Ottavo Giorno”. This material will support the families in need in the mountain area thanks to the local parish Caritas.

Brescia, 13 November 2021 – Knight Officer Maurizio Mirandola, Commander Damiano Zamboni, the Knights Samuele Belleri, Giuseppe Scolaro and Romano Savi, the Volunteers Riccardo Monacci and Francesca Ghidini have organised, together with the Association “Gruppo Cinofili Leonessa”, a food collection at the four Conad supermarkets in Brescia. The donations will be given to people or families in need, also thanks to the Brescia diocesan Caritas.

Milan, 5 November 2021 – In the presence of the Commander of the Army, General Alfonso Miro, and the Milan Representative Honorable Gabriele Albertini, the Delegate of Lombardy Mr. Giuseppe Rizzani presented the gold medal of merit to the General of the Army, Francesco Paolo Figliuolo, for his high commitment and extraordinary results achieved in the fight against the pandemic. The event took place at Palazzo Cusani. The insignia was presented by the Grand Treasurer of the Order, H.E. Don Giancarlo Rocco dei Principi di Torrepadula. The Delegate also briefly recalled the numerous activities carried out by the Grand Master and the delegations during this period of emergency.

Saturday, 6 November 2021- The Delegation of Pavia organised a day in Vigevano led by Representative Father Maurizio Ceriani with a mass at the church Saint Francis, celebrated by Bishop Paolo Bonato, followed by a private visit to the cathedral museum and a charity lunch.

On Sunday 7 November, the Curia of Tortona invited Delegate Noble Giuseppe Rizzani to welcome the new Bishop Guido Marini, who greeted him after Mass.

Brescia, Saturday 27 November 2021 – Knight Officer Maurizio Mirandola, Representative for the city of Mantova, personally created an artistic Neapolitan-style nativity scene, which he donated to the Sanctuary Santa Maria del Lino, guarded by the Constantinian Knights. The crib was blessed for the beginning of the Advent by Bishop Pierantonio Bodini, Commander of Ecclesiastical Grace during the weekly Saturday Mass.

The Representative for the city of Lecco, Knight Luigi Rogliano, supervised by the Delegate for Lombardy Mr. Giuseppe Rizzani, donated 30,000 FPP2 masks to the municipalities of Martinengo and Chignolo Pò to tackle the current health crisis. The Delegate and the Representative recalled the love and care that the Order offers to communities in need, receiving the best wishes and thanks from Mayor Mario Seghezzi for Martinengo and Mayor Giacomo Baccalini, who demonstrated a great spirit of solidarity.

Brescia, 30 November 2021. Knight Giuseppe Scolaro acquired several items of clothing and shoes, which were handed over to the association Gruppo Cinofili Leonessa of Brescia. The material will be handled by the volunteers of the association and will be made available to people in need and difficulty assisted by the association.

3 December 2021, Bagnolo Mella (BS) – The pre-Christmas ceremony of the Delegation of Lombardy, with the participation of numerous Dames and Knights, was celebrated in Bagnolo Mella at the shrine Santa Maria della Stella. The Holy Mass was presided over by Episcopal Vicar Father Alfredo Savoldi, assisted by the Prior of the Delegation Msgr. Arnaldo Morandi and other Ecclesiastical Knights of Grace. The Delegate of Lombardy Mr. Giuseppe Rizzani, Commander of Justice, presented diplomas and decorations of merit at the end of the celebration. The evening continued with a pleasant fraternal agape.

Usa: Constantinian Order represented at the Installation of the New Bishop of Brooklyn

1/12/2021

A group (limited in size because of the pandemic) of knights and dames representing the American Delegation of the Constantinian Order participated at the Installation Mass of Bishop Robert Brennan as the new bishop of Brooklyn, on the feast of St. Andrew the Apostle, Tuesday, November 30, 2021 at the Co-Cathedral of St. Joseph in Brooklyn, New York.

Those present were the American delegate, H.E. Cav. Gr. Uff. John Viola, Rev. Can. Matthew Talarico, Provincial Superior of the Institute of Christ the King Sovereign Priest and Ecclesiastical Knight Officer of Grace, another knight and dame, as well as the Executive Director of the Delegation, and two other Ecclesiastical Knights of Grace, pastors in the Diocese, who concelebrated the Mass. Afterward, the Constantinians were able to greet the new ordinary of Brooklyn.