The largest Italian religious festival in New England marks its 150th year as the St. Anthony's Feast begins Thursday ... are ...
Tonight, as per tradition, there will be bonfires for the St. Anthony's feast. The 'paranze' of the Rione Sanità are gathering on social media. Borrelli's warning: 'Preventive actions or it will ...
The blessing of the animals is a long-time Catholic tradition celebrated on January 17. On this day, Mexican Catholic congregations and priests welcome pups, cats and the occasional parrot on the ...
Pope Francis gives his blessing after reciting a prayer to Mary in front of the Marian statue near the Spanish ...
In Spain and former colonies, St. Anthony is honoured as the patron saint of domestic animals, with blessings on his feast day, 17 January. The day is also marked by large bonfires, revelry ...