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NAPLES AND CAMPANIA: DECEMBER EVENTS

10/12/2021

An important donation of computers, monitors, keyboards, mouses, made by Knight Dr. Paolo Gorga, was held in favour of the Civil Protection of the Municipality of Lustra Cilento.

Fundraising for UNESCO projects of high social value, led by Professor Annamaria Colao, scientist, UNESCO Chair Holder and President of the Italian Society of Endocrinology, which was generously attended by the Delegate for Naples and Campania, Marquise Federica de Gregorio Cattaneo and various Knights, including Knight Giulio Del Vaglio with his wife Paola, Knight Francesco Pio Piccolo, Dr. and Dame Marilù Bartiromo, Dame Dr. Rondinella and many others. Prevention and prevention education are really important.

ABRUZZI AND MOLISE: GRAN GALA AND CHRISTMAS PARTY

10/12/2021

The Delegation of Abruzzi and Molise, close to the Christmas holidays, organised an intense weekend of ceremonies with the participation and precious patronage of the National Italian Association of the Knights of the Sacred Military Constantinian Order of St. George (ANCCI).

On Saturday 4 December, the ceremonies started with the presentation of the book: “LA LITURGIA È ANCORA SACRA?“, with the participation of the author, Knight Angelo Pellicioli. In addition, the volume “PATRIS CORDE –Atti del Ritiro Spirituale e Storico – Castelpetroso 2021” was presented. The Delegation wrote it and it contains the work carried out by the speakers during the important Retreat in Castelpetroso in September 2021.

The candidates to the investiture retired in prayer with Chaplain Father Mauro Colarusso and Liturgical Master Dr. Angelo Pellicioli, in memory of the traditional promise of the ancient Knights in order to be prepared for the important engagement of the following day.

At 8.30 p.m., the Gran Gala began in the ballroom of the Grande Albergo Dora in Venafro-Pozzilli in the presence of the Delegate for Abruzzi and Molise, Franco Ciufo, civil and military personalities and many Knights and Dames with their families. They all wore formal dresses. On Sunday 5 December, the investiture ceremony of the new Knights who joined the Delegation was held, followed by the celebration of the Solemn Holy Mass, presided over by H.E. The Most Reverend Bishop of Isernia-Venafro, Mons. Camillo Cibotti, concelebrated by The Most Reverend Father Mauro Colarusso, Knight of Ecclesiastical Grace, in the presence of the Delegate for Abruzzi and Molise, Prof. Lawyer Franco Ciufo, and the Delegate of the Order of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem for Molise, Prof. Lawyer Giuseppe Reale. The religious ceremony was accompanied by the Choir of the Constantinian Chapel in Venafro, conducted by Maestro Marciano Oliva. During the Mass, Father Salvatore Rinandi, Canon of the Cathedral and head of the ‘Il Girasole’ Association, received some vouchers to buy fresh meat for the poorest people.

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.