The best youth of the round “new era” is not only taking root in large urban centers If there is one phenomenon we have witnessed in the last decade it is that of a slow but significant redemption of off mano addresses capable of moving an increasingly curious public to towns villages and even hamlets with solid (though often invisible) gastro-cultural potential three years ago a team made its debut in Priverno that now aims high through investment and evenings spent at the fires without delegating anything We are talking about Antonio Visentin and Giammarco Ambrifi as well as young owners of La Passeggiata pizzeria; above all ready to plate as much a tasting menu with 4 different Daisies as a slew of domestic recipes transferred to the doughs-from venison stew to barbecued chestnuts to grilled cardoncelli We reach Priverno in an hour and a quarter from Rome; among the streets the smell of searing street food warms the crisp air during a festival with the stands in single file the restaurant does not have a single free table: it is teeming with couples in a patchwork of assorted ages and preferences The fried lasagna divided between parents and toddlers; the connoisseur on duty intent on studying a wine list with Champagne next to Cesanese; the glass-fronted kitchen from which the gestures of a team that believes in it leak out pizza enjoys respect beyond ritual popularity gets to enjoy their slice of satisfaction in real time Originally it was pizza by the slice: 1985 Antonio and Giammarco's family opened a breach in the industry with a hotspot of leavened goodness run by sisters Nadia and Pina Scalesse the baton was passed without delay to the two boys respectively strong with a background in business management and training in the acrobatic pizza branch Ambition runs on the right tracks until the arrival of the Passeggiata which in a new 310-square-meter sign combines the debut business-with the counter and the stuffed slices in full view at the entrance-and a special room to enjoy the total experience Except that the family tree continues to bear fruit from branch to branch aided and abetted by the hand of Uncle Roberto Scalesse a longtime restorer who signed off on the design of the rooms preserving the original floor composed of Carrara marble and favoring natural materials such as iron in a climax of references to Roman architecture given Roberto's skill in the renovation undertaking (he co-responsible for important research at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) is credited with the studies on the Pompeii fresco depicting an atavistic focaccia) modernity knocks at the door with plush grace sometimes taking the form of LEDs on the walls talatra of welcome courtesies for guests (how many pizzerias offer d'emblée bag rests upon arrival the menu is a free style in local waters: there is a concern for the vegetable processed with techniques that enhance its gradations of intensity discovered and told on the human front beyond the daily supply Frantoio Orsini of Priverno for fragrant extra virgin olive oils added to toppings artisan Gaetano Mastrantoni for cured meats and buffalo meat and two Slow Food Presidia-the Marzolina of the Benacquista reality of Campoli Appennino and the Conciato romano of the La Campestre Famiglia Lombardi company of Castel di Sasso-both with a marked depth of expression as sommelier Alessandro Gismondi - who has a distinguished past from his debut at just 15 years of age with Salvatore Tassa to Marco Bottega's room at the nearby Aminta Resort-has focused the drink list on double scouting with valid indigenous references and a few niche labels selected from beyond the Alps (suffice it to mention the Champagne Blanc de Meunier from Domaine Roulot-Fournier An ongoing catalog that for now has 30 names taking advantage of a 150-piece bottle rack strategically placed next to the pass 5 different types of doughs share the scene in the back where the team keeps two electric ovens constantly on “necessary to ‘dry’ our pizza well (made with medium-strength flours from a nearby mill The result is a natural turnover of fragrances from the “airy” tension of the slightly crock ledge to the soluble center while still dodging the dispersion of seasoning thanks to the textured base an amalgam between the “Evoluzione di Margherita ” tasting (6 runs at €25 €40 with pairing) and the tastes of the moment- are introduced by the sprightly in-room narration of Claudia Colabono and Perla Santoro who are able to fully convey the sense of the path conceived by Giammarco and Antonio according to the tripartition between classic plus the bases in the pan and in double cooking which are flanked by the Roman-style croissant and the trio of montanare to give strength to the “single” appetizers It begins with the chromatic surprise of Antonio Ruggiero's Purple Potato Croquette fior di latte and parsley and made dynamic by the addition on top of Parmigiano Reggiano Dop fondue A bite on the edge of balance between the mellowness of the tuber -filling the cheeks with its almost nutty return- and the lively tempering of the outer shell is the multilayered ingot of the Lasagna di broccoletti e salsiccia which depending on the season happens to be found as well with the “Chiacchietegli di Priverno,” rare long-leafed vegetables from the area distinguished by purplish inflorescences and calm scents “They have a gentle persistence that imprints the stamp of the territory on the palate; for our village they represent an important Slow Food Presidium,” Antonio explains the single-portion Sunday lunch at your fingertips: a kissed rhyme of pasta sheet and rustic filling “the breadcrumbs are always assembled from our bread with liquid sourdough which we bake exclusively for self-production taking the surplus home in a no-waste perspective.” Time to fight over fried foods and a crucial question hovers over the table: can a simple Margherita provide the outline for a topical theme The answer takes shape in a track entirely dedicated to the Queen of Pizzas aimed at ranging from the “classic of classics” to the daring variant with fruit (which we will reveal in a few lines!) for those who choose the“Evolution of Margherita,” the first act is a record in which roundness and sourness finally form an alliance pact making the sauce harmonious rather than monotonous the Passeggiata's “basic” Margherita turns out to be elegant-a red carpet of San Marzano DOP suspended between the wholesomeness of the cereal and the juiciness of the fior di latte in turn propelled by the aroma of the Frantoio Orsini monovarietal oil a playful up and down of temperatures takes over in Pensiero di Margherita so much so as to generate the impression of a "gastronomic" course the clove garnished with tomato chutney and a coulis of basil stalks to transform the woody part of the plant into a boost of herbaceous notes; on the other a buffalo buttermilk ice cream with the dual function of zeroing the dairy waste and refreshing the jaw in closing the gesture itself draws a “circular” motion in the transition from slice to scoop of ice cream (and vice versa) the highlight arrives along with the only quadrotto pan served in the restaurant: in front of us where the stewed kiwi sauce perfectly replaces the datterini by virtue of its pulpy sweetness “The study of the fruit always starts from neighboring crops since in the Agro Pontino kiwi abounds everywhere.” Reinforcing the sleight of hand is the total green topping that veers from a veil of cream to basil while stracciatella gives a velvety wrap that cushions the crunch of the slice under the teeth A firm pulse on the handling of only seemingly “rustic” seasonings emerges instead from the Buffalo Genovese a back-and-forth between the gangly meat and the invigorating lemon gel centered by Giammarco and Antonio “Even one drop too many can alter the whole so we did test after test to reach the perfect acidity point.” In the home stretch it is the mint that washes away the last remnants of fattiness from the animal part From the custom of cooking roasted chestnuts in the fireplace takes hold the smoky chase of the pizza of the same name divided between the silkiness of the chestnut cream and the “embers” sensation brought by the smoked cooked ham In the background (very delicate but present at roll call) pomegranate an ingredient that would be worth “insisting” on in order to best develop the gustatory chiaroscuro of the recipe Via Giacomo Matteotti, 101, 04015 Priverno LT Website Do you want to discover the latest news and recipes of the most renowned chefs and restaurants in the world La nostra società utilizza inoltre cookie funzionali per registrare informazioni sulle scelte dell’utente e per consentire una personalizzazione del Sito; 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The Dominicans in Toulouse recently commissioned a new reliquary for the skull of St A team of medical students and a neurosurgeon traveled to Priverno in 2023 to examine Italy’s putative relic of Aquinas’ skull for evidence as to whether he might have died from a traumatic brain injury and presented their findings at the American Association of Neurological Surgeons’ annual meeting The researchers are investigating the possibility of conducting a more in-depth forensic analysis of both skulls in Italy and France with permission of the local authorities to authenticate the relic Trani acknowledges that DNA analysis may one day help prove which is the true head of Aquinas but underlines that ultimately it is “the strong devotion of the people that through St and continues to speak to my heart in the few months I have been pastor of this church,” he said Thomas was part of my formation … because he was one of and is one of the greatest doctors of the Church,” the priest added “What fascinates me about Thomas is how he leads us into the depths of the mystery of God with the simplicity of a child who always knows how to wonder.” The procession and celebrations of Aquinas in Priverno are part of two years of jubilee celebrations of St During the jubilee year, Catholics can obtain a plenary indulgence by making a pilgrimage to a holy site connected to the Dominican order to either take part in the jubilee celebrations or “at least devote a suitable time to pious recollection,” concluding by praying the Lord’s Prayer and invoking the intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary and St The Dominican order’s double jubilee year will conclude after the feast of St Aquinas was born in 1225 in the Italian town of Roccasecca which at the time was part of the Kingdom of Sicily Bishop Crociata of Latina-Terracina-Sezze-Priverno led the procession in Priverno following Mass to honor Aquinas in a packed cathedral with standing room only the relic was transported to Fossanova Abbey in the front seat of a Jeep Vatican Secretary of State Cardinal Pietro Parolin will offer Mass in the presence of the Priverno relic on March 7 in Fossanova Abbey, where a conference is also being held on Aquinas and the natural law sponsored by the Pontifical Academy for the Social Sciences.  Pope Francis sent a message to the academics participating in the conference to mark the 750th anniversary “The Angelic Doctor was profoundly convinced that since God is the truth and the light that illumines all understanding there can be no ultimate contradiction between revealed truth and the truths discovered by reason,” the pope wrote “Central to his understanding of the relationship of faith and reason was his conviction of the power of God’s gift of grace to heal human nature weakened by sin and to elevate the mind through participation in God’s own knowledge and love and thereby to enable us to understand and correctly order our lives as individuals and in society.” we see the heart of the Christian life as an act of priestly worship aimed at the glorification of God and the sanctification of our world,” he added.This article was originally published on Catholic News Agency Courtney Mares is a Rome Correspondent for Catholic News Agency she has reported from news bureaus on three continents and was awarded the Gardner Fellowship for her work with North Korean refugees It is one of the Orange Flag villages of the Italian Touring Club  members of the Festival National Pleinair scheduled from 29 September to 1 October It stands at the foot of the Lepini Mountains Did you know it's one of the first examples of Cistercian architecture in Europe the Romans built a large villa to which a spa area was added in the imperial age It is still partly preserved in the garden surrounding the abbey The toponym Fossanova is documented for the first time in the XNUMXth century It seems due to the presence of a Benedictine monastery which Innocent II granted to the monks of the Cistercian order The abbey church dedicated to Santa Maria was consecrated by Innocent III in 1208 The main nucleus consists of the church with the cloister on which the refectory the monks' infirmary and the abbot's house where he died in 1274 Outside stands the lay brothers' infirmary (now a room for cultural activities) the Guesthouse (home of the Medieval Museum) and the remains of what was the hospice for pilgrims Its slow but inexorable decline began between the 800th and XNUMXth centuries and ended in the XNUMXth century have been recognized by the Lazio Region as Great Cultural Attractors and included in a plan for the valorisation and recovery of sites of historical as well as architectural value a historical re-enactment of traditions and dances of the time accompanied by ancient flavours Arrival of the campers in the equipped parking area of ​​the municipal car park in via dei Caduti di via Fani (San Lorenzo urban center area) Friday September 29 Meeting at 18pm at the Archaeological Museum of Priverno for institutional greetings delivery of information material on the city and visit to the museum at 10 am free visit to the village of Fossanova the Cistercian Abbey and the Medieval Museum with the possibility of booking a paid visit by calling the numbers 347 2330723 or 349 1814504 the Cathedral of Santa Maria Annunziata where the relic of St John the Evangelist and the cycle of frescoes dedicated to Saint Catherine of Alexandria of the Santa Chiara Auditorium and the Medieval Casina At 17pm the fun "Mythical Tales" workshop will entertain the little ones at the Archaeological Museum of Priverno in Piazza Giovanni XXIII Sunday 1st October at 9 am in Fontana Vecchia inauguration of the new market area of ​​the traditional Fiera Nostra including exhibition and sale of handicraft products dialect theater sketches and popular music guided tours and paid workshops by reservation only Reservations are not required for camper parking Discover including save 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Luca Mastracci was born and raised in Priverno He took his first steps in the pizza business at the age of 20 as the first pizzaiolo in a Roman pizzeria Mastracci began as a self-taught pizzaiolo studying and experimenting with doughs and raw materials refining a pizza close to the Neapolitan style then left for Sardinia for a two-month training in pan pizza at Massimo Bosco's and in 2017 he arrived at Pier Daniele Seu's station at the Mercato Centrale Roma Luca Mastracci's career took an important development with the opening of his first pizzeria in Priverno together with two partners: Pupillo Pura Pizza The pizzas offered at the restaurant are round valuing small local producers and also selecting lesser known artisanal raw materials Pupillo Pura Pizza won the Due Spicchi Gambero Rosso and the Special Award as Emerging Pizzaiolo and was also included among the excellent pizzerias in 50 Top Pizza opened his second location in Frosinone: that year Pupillo won the Due Spicchi Gambero Rosso for both pizzerias and was the best young pizzaiolo at the "Pizza Awards Italia 2019".  Mastracci began to work on the rediscovery of the falia 2021 was the breakthrough year for the Gambero Rosso Pizzerie d'Italia guide: Pupillo Pura Pizza reached the Three Spicchi and also won the Young Best Pizzaiolo dell'Anno award for 50 Top Pizza.2022 was equally pivotal for Pupillo Pura Pizza's growth: the Frosinone location reached 18th place in 50 Top Pizza Italia and 40th place in 50 Top Pizza Mondo along with the confirmation of Forno Verde.  Luca Mastracci is also a Gambero Rosso instructor in the Neapolitan pizza course In November 2022 he opened Velo Pizzaioli Popolari in Latina together with three other partners: the protagonist with numerous raw materials that pay homage to the Agro Pontino and tell the traditional recipes of the province a new summer entry from 2024 that develops a seasonal project through the Neapolitan matrix pizza already proposed by Pupillo We have the address for the funeral home & the family on file If you're not happy with your card we'll send a replacement or refund your money Angelo "Gialino" Cacciotti created this Life Tributes page to make it easy to share your memories Pope Francis has recalled the legacy of Saint Thomas Aquinas describing him as "a man of the Church," priest and doctor who shared his "great spiritual and human wisdom" through prayers and writings the letter announces the appointment of Cardinal Marcello Semeraro prefect of the Dicastery for the Causes of Saints as the Pope's special envoy to the celebration of the 700th anniversary of the canonization of Thomas Aquinas to be marked on 18 July at the Abbey of Fossanova "Never having an air of superiority from his knowledge but always edified by charity," the Dominican friar whom contemporaries already called the "Angelic Doctor" was "full of astonishing culture," the Pope points out in the letter which bears the date 30 June and signature at Saint John Lateran "He wrote many works and taught countless subjects and was well qualified in the philosophical and theological disciplines He manifested righteous intelligence and lucidity and while reverently investigating the divine mysteries with reason he contemplated them with fervent faith." As he wrote in a letter to the bishops of Latina Pope Francis recalled the Thomistic triennium in which the 750th anniversary of his death in 2024 and the eighth centenary of his birth in 2025 will be commemorated in addition to the 700th anniversary of his canonization "With great delight of soul and spiritual joy we have accepted the various initiatives of the Church to honor worthily the zeal of the most illustrious Doctor of Holiness and study of sacred doctrine," the Pope writes He adds that he accepted the request of Bishops Mariano Crociata that a cardinal preside over the July celebration in honor of Saint Thomas and offer "words of spiritual encouragement." Cardinal Semeraro will celebrate the solemn Eucharist at Fossanova Abbey the place where the saint "fell asleep in the Lord." "All participants at this event," the Pope writes "will be encouraged to show their special love for Christ and his Gospel with renewed strength and new zeal through prayer," as well as "be ardent with the zeal of faith in daily life." Antonazzo and Spreafico have given news of other celebrations to be held in conjunction with honouring their patron saint  They released the informtion with the publication of the Pope's letter along with an invitation to use the text for "attentive reflection and inspiration." Meetings regarding the events will be held on 11 July in Latina while a moment of prayer is scheduled at Fossanova Abbey on Friday afternoon the solemn celebration will take place with Cardinal Semeraro presiding Thank you for reading our article. You can keep up-to-date by subscribing to our daily newsletter. 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Last week, I kept stumbling on pictures of a skull which appeared to be part of a special worship service I learned that the skull was indeed part of a special worship service and that it’s considered quite special itself The skull is thought to belong to Saint Thomas Aquinas who is one of the most influential theologians in the history of the Catholic Church It made the rounds on social media last week because Catholics in Priverno held a procession in honor of the 750th anniversary of Aquinas’ death I discovered that the skull I was seeing is actually one of two skulls associated with Aquinas and is just as special to Catholics there as the Priverno one is to Italian Catholics Toulouse is the site of Aquinas’ tomb, as well as the home of several other Aquinas-related relics, according to Catholic News Agency The purported skull of St. Thomas Aquinas is transported in a Jeep to Fossanova Abbey, March 7, 2024. pic.twitter.com/WXFYg1bAcT But the Catholic Church still allows two different skull relics to be honored “A team of medical students and a neurosurgeon traveled to Priverno in 2023 to examine Italy’s putative relic of Aquinas’ skull for evidence as to whether he might have died from a traumatic brain injury The researchers are investigating the possibility of conducting a more in-depth forensic analysis of both skulls in Italy and France with permission of the local authorities to authenticate the relic,” Catholic News Agency reported spoke to Catholic News Agency about the unique situation emphasizing that what matters to him is not the potential controversy but that the relics draw people closer to God “What fascinates me about Thomas is how he leads us into the depths of the mystery of God with the simplicity of a child who always knows how to wonder,” he said Last week’s Mass in Priverno offered in honor of Aquinas was “standing room only,” according to Catholic News Agency Alabama’s IVF battle: A timeline of key events White evangelicals stand out from other Christians on immigration issues Unique Airbnb features London church’s hidden library The Foundation to Combat Antisemitism works to end antisemitism by deepening people’s understanding of why it’s a problem High-profile ad campaigns are a key part of this educational work. The foundation aired a commercial during the Super Bowl as well as during this weekend’s Oscars ceremony New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft is the founder of the Foundation to Combat Antisemitism I feel like I have the power in me to play games while fasting.” To appeal to potential new members, Vine Church in Dunn Loring, Virginia, hosts an event called “improv church” once per month It features comedians creating improv performances based on a brief sermon “Members are more likely to invite their nonmember neighbors to the comedy event than to Sunday services,” The Washington Post reported If you haven’t yet watched Ryan Gosling perform “I’m Just Ken” at the Oscars, do yourself a favor and check out the footage The purported skull of St. Thomas Aquinas is transported in a Jeep to Fossanova Abbey, March 7, 2024. pic.twitter.com/WXFYg1bAcT This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks The action you just performed triggered the security solution There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page WASHINGTON (OSV News) — A touring relic will give the faithful in Washington and seven states a rare opportunity to venerate St which has been on tour in Europe for the past year for observances marking the jubilees of his canonization (700 years in 2023) death (750 years in 2024) and birth (800 years in 2025) will be in Washington for two days of veneration Nov Washington is the first of its stops in 10 U.S The Dominican medieval theologian and author of key theological works including the “Summa Theologiae” (“Summary of Theology”) died of illness during travel at Fossanova Abbey in Italy March 7 He was canonized five decades later on July 18 and declared a doctor of the church in 1567 Dominicans in Toulouse commissioned a new reliquary for the skull’s tour The relic was recently on display in the Czech Republic and France organizers have planned for stops in Manila and Luxembourg The events in Washington are sponsored by St the Dominican House of Studies and the Thomistic Institute the relic will be received at the Dominican House of Studies beginning with lauds and a votive Mass of St with Dominican Father Gregory Pine preaching at 3 p.m The relic’s other scheduled visits include St Thomas was found in Fossanova in 1585 and is kept nearby in the town of Priverno that skull was carried in a solemn procession with the local bishop in Priverno to mark the 750th anniversary of the saint’s death a medical team examined the Priverno skull and both skulls are currently venerated pending an eventual forensic and DNA analysis “The veneration of the relic brings about a certain devotion in the faithful,” he said “People who are struggling feel close to saints who also struggled.” The relic “reminds us of the holiness of the person “It’s holiness that matters — our devotion to Christ and how closely we follow him.” Thomas’ three jubilees “draw our attention to the masterwork of wisdom and sanctity which God wrought in him,” Father Pine instructor of dogmatic and moral theology at the Dominican House of Studies and an assistant director at the Thomistic Institute 19 statement announcing the relic’s Washington stops “The opportunity that we have to receive and venerate his relic makes this grace all the more proximate and precious to us.” assistant professor of philosophy at the Dominican House of Studies said “an exceptional way” to gain wisdom and understanding “is to pray for it in the presence of the skull of St Thomas’ teaching of natural theology — the belief that people can experience God’s existence through reason and experience instead of any special revelation — makes him very accessible “what you could call human flourishing — becoming a better person,” he said Kurt Jensen writes for OSV News from Washington With a solemn mass at the abbey of FossanovaCardinal Pietro Parolin closed the two days of celebrations on the occasion of the 750th anniversary of the death of St is one of the greatest examples of Italian Cistercian Gothic architecture today it is the heart of a parish entrusted by the Diocese of Latina-Terracina-Sezze-Priverno to the Religious Family of the Incarnate Word In this locality the Dominican theologian born approximately in 1224 in the Italian city of Roccasecca who astonished Europe and the Sorbonne -and still does- for his brilliant theology spending his last moments when he was on his way to a council in the city of Lion" explained to Omnes one of the priests assigned there Cardinal Parolin said: "I bring you the greetings and blessing of Pope Francis who joins us in prayer on this particular occasion" after the celebration OMNES had the opportunity to ask the Vatican's number two about this wish of the Successor of Peter "He had already written - the purpurate explained - a beautiful letter on the occasion of the 700th anniversary of the canonization expressing all his admiration for this great saint for his defense and promotion of doctrine and for his capacity for evangelization." The Italian cardinal added that "the Pope, in line with the Evangelii Gaudium and with the issue of Church on the way outHe feels particularly close to St The Mass was concelebrated by Cardinal Peter Turkson Bishop Mariano Crociata of the diocese and about 75 priests with the participation of the Polyphonic Choir of Cisterna In his homily Cardinal Parolin defined as "truly formidable the legacy that St to be disciples of Master Thomas and followers of his path of holiness as Pope Francis emphasized in the letter already cited The Vatican Secretary of State concluded his homily by considering that: "the holy person is not simply one who does things according to the rules and transported by that love becomes like the Lord" The choir of the "Associazione Polifonica Pontina" sang 'Adoro te devote' at the end of the celebration one of the five Eucharistic hymns composed in 1264 by Doctor Angelico "If I may make a confession," said Cardinal Parolin addressing the audience in an out of program "during this whole celebration I felt very small small inside before the majesty and beauty and simplicity of this temple small inside because of the holiness and wisdom of Thomas Aquinas," urging those present to "receive this legacy and make it bear fruit the day before at the Santa Maria Annunziata co-cathedral Bishop Mariano Crociata had celebrated a Mass followed by a procession with the relics of the saint through the streets of the center of the city of Priverno together with the diocese and the Cultural Assets organized a series of initiatives from March 1 such as the paintings and sculptures of Armando Giordani on the life of the saint or two pilgrimages between art and nature from the castle of Maenza to the Abbey of Fossanova - the last road traveled by St Thomas - guided by the association "Sentiere Nord Sud" and "Il Gruppo dei Dodici" Subscribe to Omnes magazine and enjoy exclusive content for subscribers the Catholic Church gathers to honor one of its most esteemed figures encapsulating the profound influence of Aquinas’s work I have preached and taught," these were the words with which St Thomas Aquinas encapsulated his life’s purpose His dedication to philosophical and theological inquiry not only shaped the Church's understanding but continues to inspire millions Cardinal Pietro Parolin highlighted the immense value of Aquinas's contributions such a legacy constitutes a great grace from the Lord and we must be particularly grateful for it.” the faithful and scholars alike gathered to remember Aquinas The local co-cathedral became the epicenter for this historic event with Father Alessandro Trani noting the strong devotion of the locals to St entered into the profound depth of the mystery of God.” Aquinas's final days were spent at the Fossanova Abbey he experienced a profound revelation during Mass Cardinal Parolin reflected on this transformative moment emphasizing Aquinas's shift in perception and the realization of his earthly works as “straw compared to what I have seen.” This 750th anniversary not only commemorates Aquinas's death but also celebrates his enduring legacy Cardinal Parolin’s words remind us of the unbreakable bond between faith and reason Thomas Aquinas masterfully demonstrated through his life and works As the Catholic Church pays homage to its Angelic Doctor it reaffirms the significance of his teachings offering spiritual and intellectual guidance for generations to come Ruben Airini is a graduate student in Institutional Social Communication at the Pontifical University of the Holy Cross and a journalist at EWTN office in Rome The main purpose of my life has been to express God in every feeling," proclaimed Thomas Aquinas towards the end of his earthly journey Prefect of the Dicastery for the Causes of Saints echoed these profound words during his moving homily delivered in Fossanova marking the commencement of the Jubilee dedicated to St Pope John XXII declared him a saint through the papal bull Redemptionem misit known as "the ox of Sicily," was initially mocked for his reserved nature and wandering thoughts a teacher predicted that one day his voice would resonate worldwide This prophecy came true as Thomas Aquinas emerged as one of the Church's most significant theological figures.  Months of meticulous preparation preceded the grand festivities which commenced with a letter from the Pope to the bishops of Sora-Cassino-Aquino-Pontecorvo as well as to Latina-Terracina-Sezze-Priverno the location of Fossanova where he met his heavenly rest where the illustrious Saint's family castle stands The inaugural celebration took place in Fossanova the commemorative events commenced on July 14 in Roccasecca provides the opportunity to obtain a plenary indulgence until July 18 It was a cherished gift presented to the newly consecrated cathedral symbolizing resilience and hope amidst post-war restoration efforts Thomas' remains journeyed from Toulouse to Aquino as the Aquinates embarked on a momentous pilgrimage to the revered Jacobins convent commemorating the 700th anniversary of Thomas' dies Natalis signifies only the initial phase of a three-part celebration Thomas Aquinas' passing will be commemorated followed by the celebration of his 800th birth anniversary in the subsequent year Cardinal Semeraro reflected upon the profound application of knowledge by the esteemed "Master," Thomas Aquinas The Cardinal expounded on Aquinas' characteristic approach whereby every subject of study was continually contemplated "with fervent faith." marked by humility rather than intellectual exhibitionism originated from a receptive disposition towards the "Inner Master" – the Holy Spirit who guides hearts in embracing the doctrine of truth Cardinal Semeraro emphasized that "study and contemplation are not two separate endeavors but rather one unified act It is the Itinerarium in Deum for which St "All that I have written now seems like straw to me." The Prefect of the Causes of Saints clarified that this sentiment does not denote physical or psychological exhaustion but rather aligns with the Thomist Antonin-Dalmace Sertillanges' explanation that "when the difficult becomes easily accomplished one turns their gaze towards the impossible silence represents the pinnacle of condensed knowledge." believers around the world join in honoring the indelible legacy of St whose profound wisdom and unwavering faith continue to inspire generations shaping the course of theological thought and contemplation This article was originally published on ACI Stampa.  Andrea Gagliarducci is an Italian journalist for Catholic News Agency and Vatican analyst for ACI Stampa He is a contributor to the National Catholic Register Via Francigena F.A.Q © Associazione Europea delle Vie Francigene | C.F. 91029880340 – P.IVA 02654910344 Powered by ItinerAria Privacy | Cookie Policy  | Legal Notice  © Associazione Europea delle Vie Francigene | C.F Powered by ItinerAria EAVF General Assembly, Pavia (Italy)  |  20 October 2023 This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks. 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The Flyers fought hard but ultimately lost 4-3 Joseph's Convent Port-of-Spain)/Sofiia Vdovychenko (Kyiv Ukraine/Arkansas State) (LU) defeated Nazli Saka/Isbella Alvarez (MU) 6-3 2 Victoria Lisson/Carolina Velazquez (MU) defeated Srevally Medishetti/Benedetta Luccone (Roccagorga Italy/Isiss Teodosio Rossi Priverno) (LU) 6-4 3 Luana Luersen/Grace Brown (MU) won by default SINGLES 1 We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website If you continue to use this site we will assume that you are happy with it OK Privacy policy Please enable JS and disable any ad blocker The Flyers suffer a tough loss by the hands of the Bearcats Joseph's Convent Port-of-Spain) / Sofiia Vdovychenko (Kyiv Ukraine/Arkansas State) (LU) defeated Sofija Dunisijevic / Iva Poleksic (MU) 6-3 2 Keira Greefs / Lena Greefs (MU) defeated Benedetta Luccone (Roccagorga Italy/Isiss Teodosio Rossi Priverno) / Srevally Medishetti (LU) 7-6 (7-1) 3... The Flyers lost a close conference match against the Tritons Ukraine/Arkansas State) (LU) defeated Hannah Tse / Aleksandra Lopez (UMSL) 7-6 (7-1) 2 Anna Favaron / Morgan Lint (UMSL) defeated Srevally Medishetti / Benedetta Luccone (Roccagorga Giuliana Cunza / Lauren Sweeney (UMSL) won by default SINGLES 1 highly decorated for his courage on the battlefields of western Italy according to his close friend and caregiver the Bronze Star for heroic or meritorious achievement and the Purple Heart for his service in 1944 with the Army's 85th Infantry Division face and arms from shell fragments in the hills of Priverno on May 26 commander of the James Morris American Legion Post 145 in Westport Onge about seven years ago and two men became close friends he was my hero and I made sure the people of Westport knew it." Onge received the French Croix de Guerre (French War Cross) in 2009 honorably discharged and unaware his unit had received the French medal for bravery in Italy State and local officials in June 2011 dedicated the bridge over Interstate 195 on Davis Street near St He also was named the grand marshal of the town's Fourth of July Parade in 2009 chief of staff for the Greater Fall River War Veterans Council despite the pain he suffered from his injuries in World War II Onge helped to raise money for the Westport High School International Exchange Club for a Japanese student to attend Westport High and volunteered at chicken barbecues as fundraisers for community groups "He was a good-hearted guy," said Brian Souza a firefighter and reserve police officer in Westport Friday at the Potter Funeral Home in Westport and his funeral is Saturday with a Mass at 9 a.m “Photojournalism allows me to get close to events on the ground so that I may better understand them as they unfold,” says award-winning photojournalist Daniele Volpe “This kind of intimacy allows me to share my reportage and maybe draw the viewers in started his career as a news photographer but soon felt unfulfilled “There’s often little continuity in covering news because news itself doesn’t always allow for follow-ups,” he explains which allows for a more thoughtful approach to image-making Guatemala is one of three countries in the Northern Triangle buckling from the strain of the gang-related activity that permeates every aspect of society much of it attributed to two prominent gangs – Mara Salvatrucha have decimated many aspects of Guatemalan society Law enforcement – overwhelmed by the scale of violence and too often complicit in criminal activity – has struggled to cope giving rise to clusters of ‘Guardianes del Vecindario’ community-based volunteers that patrol the streets “There’s no denying it’s difficult to live here – Guatemala has one of the highest rates of violence in the world But there are two Guatemalas: the urban one fraught with chaos and criminality – the one everyone reads about; and the hidden one – where the Maya live – a community that suffers exclusion and racism and it’s simply impossible not to fall in love with them.” Volpe’s Patrulleros reflects the mood of a nation desperate for change The series is ongoing and he continues to document the ever-changing defence strategies of Guatemalan society to gang violence In different districts around Guatemala City especially in the more dangerous neighbourhoods trying to limit the criminal behaviour of organised gangs wearing balaclavas to conceal their identities from reprisal “Much of the criminality has direct links to drugs cartels – local maras who fight for control of a particular neighbourhood where they can extort money from shopkeepers and residents mob justice often steps in for a weak judicial system and even set alight often make the headlines – killed openly as the community looks on.” their local community can isolate itself from the violence that plagues the country at large “But many have been accused of killing innocent people and perpetrating acts of violence themselves others feel safer knowing that justice lies within their own hands.” Approaching these vigilantes was quite a challenge; gaining their trust even more so “It was hard to get access to these situations at first They had to believe in what I was doing; they had to trust me before they allowed me to accompany them on patrols and photograph them I felt terrified and asked what was happening The patrullero said they were shots fired in the air and that I needn’t worry I realised instantly that I didn’t know the rules of the game and that I too had to put my faith in them and trust in where they were taking me.” beyond the reign of terror and the deep wounds it’s left behind “The rise of these vigilante groups is so unique to certain neighbourhoods that I think it’s worth exploring further I’d like to some day explore Mexico and Central America and I think my experiences here have given me an excellent grounding.” Volpe’s series, Guatemala – Ixil Genocide, is now available as a book titled CHUKEL, published bilingually in English and Spanish, priced $40, plus shipping. To order CHUKEL, contact volpedaniele@gmail.com Stay up to date with stories such as this View more information »