In the Basilica of the Annunciation, the last of the official entrances of the Custos of the Holy Land, Br. Francesco Ielpo, took place. The celebration in Nazareth follows those of recent weeks in Jerusalem and Bethlehem, thus completing the cycle of solemn entrances into the three jubilee basilicas of the Holy Land, the Holy Sepulchre, the Nativity and the Annunciation. The solemn entrances represent a centuries-old tradition of the Custody, a sign of the bond between the new Custos, […]
“Is it appropriate to speak today of beauty and art, at a time marked by so much suffering? I think that it is necessary more than appropriate. I am convinced that beauty is a source of hope and strength.” With these words, María Ruiz Rodríguez speaks of the decision to put her works on show to the public in an evening dedicated to sacred art and music. The exhibition entitled “Light of Grace” was inaugurated on 22 November, at the […]
In the heart of the Old City of Jerusalem, in the church of the Convent of Saint Saviour, the Custody of the Holy Land welcomed this morning the traditional Mass in honor of the Belgian Dynasty. The celebration, which renews the long-standing relationship between Belgium and the Franciscan mission in the Holy Places, brought together religious, diplomats and members of the local Catholic community. The liturgy was presided over by Fr. Stéphane Milovitch. The homily was entrusted instead to Father […]
From 26 February to 2 March, the Custos of the Holy Land, Fr. Francesco Patton was able to visit his brothers of the Holy Land who live and work in Buenos Aires (Argentina). During his visit, there was time for a personal conversation with each friar, time to share the main moments of fraternal life and to celebrate the local Chapter together. The Terra Sancta School The visit was also characterized by some institutional visits, in particular to meet and […]
