News-en "The Franciscan community of the Pontifical Basilica of Saint Anthony and the entire great Antonian family joins the condolences of the entire Church for the loss of the dear Pontiff Pope Francis we wish to thank the Lord of life for having given him to us He was for us an attentive and caring father who supported us in our love for God and in the service of our brothers and sisters especially the poor and the least of the earth We pray for him in the certainty that now he will keep us company from heaven and will still show us the ways to live the Gospel" a prayer for Pope Francis will be held in the Basilica on the eve of the funeral Mass Anthony wish to thank the Lord for the gift of Pope Francis in grateful memory for what Pope Francis has given to the Church The friars of the Basilica invite all the faithful to join in prayer with the recitation of the Holy Rosary, which may also be followed live via web and social media through: https://www.santantonio.org/en/content/holy-masses-streaming Anthony remembers our dear Pope Francis in the prayer intentions and Eucharistic celebrations ShareSaveCommentLifestyleDiningFour Brothers At Tenuta Sant’Antonio Are Working To Improve The Image Of The Wines Of VenetoByJohn Mariani Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights Twilight at Tenuta Sant'Antonio in Italy's Veneto wine region The wines of Veneto have never garnered the attention or prices of those of Piedmont or Tuscany even though Prosecco is a huge seller worldwide and its triad of Valpolicella Bardolino and Soave have for half a century been among the best-selling easy-to-drink wines from Italy a big -bodied red made from the Corvino grape has a higher reputation but it’s been relegated to the special occasion category The Castagnedi family that owns Tenuta Sant’Antonio winery has been a leader in trying to change the image of Veneto wines evolving from the strict DOC and DOCG regulations of the byzantine Italian wine laws to improve the varietals as well as making IGT wines that allow wineries to experiment with any grapes they wish to make modern Veneto wines Tenuta Sant'Antonio has always been a family affair now run by four brothers of the Castagnedi .. It's always been a family affair: Antonio Castagnedi grew grapes in the Illasi Valley of eastern Valpolicella and left 50 acres of vineyards to his four sons: Armando Armando sat down with me to taste and talk about what he and his brothers are trying hard to accomplish in Veneto How long has Tenuta Sant'Antonio been a family winery and who in the family is in charge of what aspects Tenuta Sant'Antonio was established in 1995 born from a dream of the four Castagnedi brothers who set out to create iconic wines guided by research The Castagnedis gave a new interpretation to the Valpolicella and Soave DOC terroirs while honoring the trademarks of Veneto Italy’s winemaking traditions and production Tenuta Sant’Antonio is an ambitious and ever evolving winery where we put rigorous quality at its backbone The benefits of being a family-owned winery is that we can divide our areas of expertise accordingly I am now head of export and management; Tiziano is head of Italian market and logistics; Paolo is head of product; and Massimo head of agronomics The grapes of Veneto are used to make an innovative wine at Tenuta Sant'Antonio called Sciaia The SCAIA Project was born in 2006 from the desire to diversify our audience and deliver dynamically unconventional wines SCAIA is dedicated to Veneto IGT wines that embody Veronese creativity while Tenuta Sant’Antonio is dedicated to DOC and DOCG wines that uphold the traditions of the Valpolicella Both are dedicated to showcasing the terroir in its purest form This strategic commercial diversification choice to move outside the DOC regulations allows us to expand our audience targeting those who are open to drinking and learning about wines outside the Soave and Valpolicella DOC How are your DOC and DOCG wines different from your IGTs we carry on the history and symbolism of the denomination to protect the value of the territory by a unique drying process (appassimento) calcareous and volcanic vineyards and terroirs IGT wines represent the flexibility of a denomination when we are allowed to follow consumer trends dynamically react promptly and serve quality wine to new consumers The less restrictive IGT also allows us more avenues to serve those who are seeking wines linked to contemporary and creative styles of winemaking Do you think the Italian wine laws have allowed too many varietals to have so many DOCGs From a practical and commercial standpoint I can’t deny that the multitude of denominations makes it difficult for consumers to grasp the image of Italy and understand each denomination One of the main factors that has led to this confusion is the competitive history between provinces locals from one province to the next have created specific production rules and traditions that purposely oppose others in order to be more distinctive and superior to the competition There is also the added element of varied terroir and microclimates which creates different growing conditions making grape varieties vastly different from region to region All these factors have sparked a desire to enhance the individual nuances of each region and regulate their quality with DOC and DOCG guidelines to protect each denomination’s unique identity What is the difference between Valpolicella Valpolicella Superiore and Valpolicella Ripasso require the wine to be made with Corvina and Rondinella grapes The Valpolicella Superiore regulations require 12% volume of alcohol in the base wine With the La Bandina Valpolicella Superiore DOC we want the wine to express a style intrinsically connected to the terroir La Bandina is the best example of the Superiore status because all grapes that go into this wine are from a small vineyard—less than six hectares—solely dedicated to La Bandina For the Valpolicella DOC Ripasso the difference lies in the historical Ripasso (“re-passed”) technique in which the base wine is passed over the fermented skins of the Amarone grapes The grapes used for Amarone are allowed to dry and shrivel so as to intensify the sugars that will .. What is the difference between Amarone and Amarone Recioto The macro differences lie in the style of the wines The grapes are the same and the drying process is similar which creates more residual sugar in the musts this sugar is all consumed and transformed into alcohol only a fraction of the sugar turns into alcohol which leaves residual sugar to make the wine sweet Tenuta Sant'Antonio Amarones are made in a lighter style to appeal to a contemporary audience But in recent years they have become more drinkable earlier we can conclude that the differences in flavors relate to the limestone soils and the altitude of our vineyards which produce refined wines lighter in style which are moving towards fresher and lighter flavors This technological evolution has allowed us to understand ever evolving taste preferences and create wines that reflect our vision and style How do you separate the Valpolicella grapes to determine what goes into Amarone The grape harvest for Amarone is based on two fundamental criteria: selection and detail 110 quintals of grapes can be harvested from a single hectare of vineyard and 50% of this total can be used for Amarone For these grapes to endure the drying process To ensure the fruit meets our quality standards we hand-select each cluster in a multi-step process from the same vineyard and quality and free of broken berries with higher base acidity versus the standard Valpolicella fruit are selected in dedicated vineyards according to the vineyard's historical significance and best exposures the second harvest of the remaining 50% of the grapes begins These grapes will form the base for Valpolicella Ripasso a wine closely linked to Amarone production due to its re-fermentation on the skins Has Veneto's inland northern environment protected the region from global warming Is your Monti Garbi your highest elevation vineyard It is good practice to think not only of today but of tomorrow with a vision that preserves the land and has a lower impact on the health of people and the planet For years we have implemented sustainable practices such as re-evaluating the Pergola Veronese system versus the Guyot system grapes and safeguards the humidity in the soil We have also implemented new irrigation techniques that preserve water from dispersion seemed an insurmountable feat when we purchased the vineyard in 1989 but today it proves to be a winning choice for the changing climate and temperature due to its natural ventilation management We strongly believe in honoring our terroir which does not touch the Prosecco production area Staying focused on what connects us to the land Louis Battlehawks took the San Antonio Brahmas down at the Dome at America’s Center in front of 32,115 fans for the team’s home opener The Battlehawks (2-0) allowed fewer than 10 points for two consecutive weeks for the first time in franchise history and lead the league in total points scored with 57 points over the first two weeks RB Jacob Saylors set the single-game team record and tied the UFL record with three rushing touchdowns The Battlehawks controlled the first half of play behind a pair of rushing touchdowns by Saylors while outgaining the Brahmas (0-2) in the first 30 minutes of play 192-135 Saylors delivered the Battlehawks' first touchdown of the game on a 20-yard rush with 11:04 to play before halftime to complete a seven-play drive that covered 61 yards He also rumbled five yards into the end zone for the ensuing two-point conversion to give St hauled in the longest pass play of the season for St Louis on a 58-yard reception from QB Manny Wilkins with 7:32 left in the second quarter Saylors then found the end zone again on a 1-yard rush with 3:21 left in the second quarter to run the Battlehawks' advantage to 17-0 The Battlehawks entered halftime with a 17-3 lead following a successful field goal by Brahmas K Donald De La Haye as time expired on the first half Saylors went on to record his 3rd rushing touchdown of the contest with a 5-yard run to give the Battlehawks a 23-3 lead with 7:41 left in the third quarter Saylors has scored a touchdown in five of his last six regular-season games played dating back to 2024 Week 7 at Birmingham Saylors has four touchdowns this season and led the UFL with eight total touchdowns in 2024 The team recorded 4.0 sacks to tie the franchise single-game record LB Travis Feeney and LB Pita Taumoepenu each tallied their first sack of the season after tying for the team lead with 5.0 sacks in 2024 Taumoepenu leads the Battlehawks with 3.0 sacks on the season DE Austin Faoliu and FS Nate Meadors each notched the first sacks of their Battlehawks careers The Battlehawks extended their regular-season home winning streak to seven games dating back to 2023 XFL Week 9 vs Seattle and are 11-2 all-time in regular-season play at the Dome The Battlehawks will finish their two-game homestand at 2 p.m April 13 against the XFL Conference-rival D.C Defenders at The Dome at America’s Center Tickets are available at UFLBattlehawks.com/tickets Louis Battlehawks began their 2025 UFL campaign with a 31-6 win over the Houston Roughnecks Friday at TDECU Stadium in Houston The 25 point margin ties the largest margin of victory in Battlehawks history matching the 25 point margin over Orlando in Week 10 of 2023 5 All-UFL Honorees Among 29 Returning Players The level of competition has been raised as Head Coach Anthony Becht and General Manager Dave Boller added 27 new players to the St Louis Battlehawks roster for training camp The Feast of the Translation of the Saint’s Relics most important feast celebrating St Anthony after the June 13 feast and marks the discovery of his uncorrupt tongue over 760 years ago This scientifically inexplicable phenomenon is what faith calls a miracle the instruments used by St Anthony for preaching is still visible and uncorrupt after many centuries The relic may be venerated in the Chapel of the Treasury in the Basilica which is visited each year by millions of pilgrims It was 8 April 1263 when the then-Minister General of the Franciscans while inspecting the Saint’s mortal remains before their translation in the new funerary chapel The following Holy Masses below will be streamed live on this page and on social: LBV Magazine English Edition an archaeological gem discovered in 1974 in the town of Sant’Antonio Abate was buried under three meters of lapilli during the catastrophic eruption that destroyed Pompeii and Herculaneum in 79 AD this rural residence is characterized by its service rooms arranged around a courtyard with unplastered brick columns highlighting its productive function within the Roman agricultural world archaeologists found mural paintings in Villa Cuomo depicting grape harvesting scenes linked to the cult of Dionysus/Bacchus These paintings document agricultural techniques of the time and reflect the importance of wine in social and religious life The grape harvest was not just labor but a ritual of abundance and community dedicated to Bacchus explained a spokesperson for the archaeological team To ensure the preservation of these valuable paintings diagnostic studies have been initiated under the direction of Dr These investigations include non-invasive techniques and laboratory analyses of small samples taken from the paintings The first study conducted was X-ray fluorescence (XRF) spectrophotometry a technique that allows for the identification of the chemical elements composing the pictorial layers The results obtained will be key in determining the painting technique used and in defining the best method for restoring and conserving these works of art These analyses will provide a better understanding of the composition of the pigments and materials used by the ancient Romans offering valuable insight into the artistic practices of the time The restoration and enhancement work on Villa Cuomo represents a significant advancement in protecting the historical heritage of the metropolitan area of Naples Thanks to the efforts of the Soprintendenza ABAP and the dedication of the specialists involved this archaeological site will be appreciated by present and future generations This space will not only showcase the past but will also invite reflection on our rural roots and their relevance today Authorities have emphasized the importance of this discovery in revaluing the region’s heritage The future of our territory is built by recognizing the value of our origins highlighting the work of the Soprintendenza ABAP These paintings are not just art; they are a message of identity that reminds us that the land Soprintendenza ABAP per l’Area Metropolitana di Napoli Subscribe to get the latest posts sent to your email Archaeologists from universities in the United States and Denmark found deep within the Actun Uayazba Kab cave in Belize two small stone tools dated between 250 and 900 AD that… men and women gathered to play a game called Cuju A team of researchers has succeeded in recreating for the first time in a laboratory experiment a phenomenon that until now only existed as a theory in the realm of… the Cantonal Archaeology of Aargau carried out a rescue excavation between early May 2024 and the end of March 2025 The Egyptian archaeological mission affiliated with the Supreme Council of Antiquities announced the discovery of a group of defensive structures and a system of moats that could indicate… In the southeastern area of the city of Rome archaeologists excavating inside the Triton Baths within the monumental complex of the Villa di Sette… Why did some animals from ancient eras become fossils while others simply disappeared without a trace A recent study on the cave paintings of the Altamira Cave in Santillana del Mar Cantabria (Spain) has concluded that some of the artworks it contains could be much older… A team of paleontologists from the University of Leicester has managed to decipher one of the many enigmas of the dinosaur era—the exact moment when pterosaurs Rome achieved numerous military victories that allowed it to grow and dominate nearly the entire known world in Antiquity Receive our news and articles in your email for free You can also support us with a monthly subscription and receive exclusive content © Giovanni Pinton – Archive « Messaggero di sant’Antonio » This door will lead us to an experience of our Lord’s Easter Below is the calendar of the religious celebrations held in our Basilica the Holy Saturday Easter Vigil Mass at 9.00pm and the 10.00am Easter Sunday Mass will be streamed live via web and social media on our various online platforms (see footnote below) The Community of the Friars of the Basilica of Saint Anthony in Padua wishes a blessed and holy Easter to all of the Saint’s devotees 10.45am             Blessing of Palms in the square facing the Basilica Exposition and adoration of the Blessed Sacrament at the end of the celebration 7.30pm                 Vesper songs and Eucharistic blessing 7.00am                 Office of Readings and Morning Lauds 6.00pm*               “in Cœna Domini” Holy Mass with procession of the Blessed Sacrament to the Chapel of Repose The Basilica will remain open for prayer until midnight 6.00pm                 Celebration of Our Lord’s Passion 9.00pm*               Solemn Easter Vigil Mass Holy Masses: 6.30 - 8.00 - 9.00 - 10.00 - 11.00 - 12.15 - 16.00 - 17.00 - 18.00 10.00am               Holy Mass for the great family of St Anthony and members of the Messenger of Saint Anthony 11.00am* and 6.00pm        Solemn Holy Mass * The Solemn Holy Masses marked with an asterisk are sung by the St Tel. + 39 049 8225652 - infobasilica@santantonio.org Holy Masses according to the weekend schedule The Holy Masses will follow the weekend schedule 24 December: 11:00pm / 25 December: 11:00am 6:00pm / 31 December: 6:00pm / 1 January: 6:00pm / 6 January: 11:00am *THE CELEBRATIONS MAY BE FOLLOWED LIVE HERE Weekday and Pre-holiday Masses at 6:00pm; weekend Masses at 11.00am and 6:00pm; ‘during the Night’ Mass of 24 December Anthony of Padua will visit the Archdiocese of Atlanta (Georgia) from Friday December 6 to Sunday 15 accompanied by Friars Mario Conte and Fabio Turrisendo two Franciscan friars from the Pontifical Basilica of St Anthony’s Facial Skin and his Floating Rib The Relic of the Floating Rib has special significance for the friars of Padua because it has been venerated by both Sister Lucia of Fatima and Pope Francis Click here to download the program for MASSES AND VENERATION From the Basilica of Saint Anthony in Padua the prayer for Pope Francis in these days is uniting the community of friars with so many faithful and pilgrims who entrust the Holy Father to the Lord through the intercession of St addressing our heartfelt prayer to the Lord that the Church may have its Pastor back in health We are also united with the initiative of the Italian Bishops’ Conference which urges us to pray the Rosary to manifest our closeness to the Pope by entrusting him to the protection of Mary “Healer of the Sick.” We are thus trying to become an important “link” of that one “chain of prayer” which Cardinal Zuppi is exhorting us to do in order to become a single “praying embrace.” affection for Pope Francis nourishes in our hearts the hope that he will be supported and consoled in this part of his journey but also illuminated by his own witness of strong faith and living hope for Pope Francis is himself an example for us all in this regard Father Antonio RaminaRector of the Pontifical Basilica of St with the Rite of Blessing and Imposition of the Ashes This is the period when Christians are called upon to renew their lives This time of spiritual preparation is “a journey that involves our whole life It is a time to reconsider the path we are taking to find the route that leads us home and to rediscover our profound relationship with God on whom everything depends.” (From Pope Francis’ homily during the Ash Wednesday Mass at St This year the friars of the Basilica of Saint Anthony will again entrust themselves to the Holy Father’s words in his traditional Message for the 2025 Lent: We begin our annual pilgrimage of Lent in faith and hope with the penitential rite of the imposition of ashes as we share in the grace of the Jubilee Year I would like to propose a few reflections on what it means to journey together in hope and on the summons to conversion that God in his mercy addresses to all of us evokes the lengthy journey of the people of Israel to the Promised Land This arduous path from slavery to freedom was willed and guided by the Lord who loves his people and remains ever faithful to them It is hard to think of the biblical exodus without also thinking of those of our brothers and sisters who in our own day are fleeing situations of misery and violence in search of a better life for themselves and their loved ones A first call to conversion thus comes from the realization that all of us are pilgrims in this life; each of us is invited to stop and ask how our lives reflect this fact either immobilized by fear and hopelessness or reluctant to move out of my comfort zone Christians are called to walk at the side of others The Holy Spirit impels us not to remain self-absorbed but to leave ourselves behind and keep walking towards God and our brothers and sisters Journeying together means consolidating the unity grounded in our common dignity as children of God (cf without letting anyone be left behind or excluded attentive to one another in love and patience be the focus of our Lenten journey towards the victory of Easter Read the whole of Pope Francis’ message – click here besides the daily celebrations in the Basilica the 6.00pm (CET) and the 11.00am Sunday Holy Masses will be celebrated every evening and every Sunday and that they will be streamed live via web and social channels* Access to the 6.00 pm (CET) livestreamed Masses at: • This site on the live stream page of the Holy Masses: https://www.santantonio.org/en/content/holy-masses-streaming • Youtube "Messenger of Saint Anthony": https://www.youtube.com/MessaggerodisantAntonio • Facebook "Saint Anthony of Padua - The friars of the Basilica": https://www.facebook.com/friarsofsaintanthonyofpadua/ The Basilica of Saint Anthony in Padua will join in celebrating Sunday of the Word of God on 26 January This initiative was spearheaded by Pope Francis in his effort to place the Holy Scriptures at the centre of life along with the Eucharist The celebration in the Basilica at 11.00am will include a special ritual: the enthronement and the incensing of the Gospel during the whole celebration in the presbytery To live out the Sixth Sunday of the Word of God Pope Francis has chosen as the theme the words of the Psalmist cries out to God and puts all his hope in him but what is ommunicated to us in this Jubilee is a “Hope,” in the singular It is not an abstract idea or naive optimism alive and present in everyone's life: Christ crucified and risen Liturgical and Pastoral Handbook: http://www.evangelizatio.va/content/dam/pcpne/image/DomenicadellaParola/2025/ENG%20Sussidio%20DPD%2025%20v1.pdf This year marks the 1,700th anniversary of the first Christian Ecumenical Council This commemoration provides a unique opportunity to reflect on and celebrate the common faith of Christians as expressed in the Creed formulated during this Council; a faith that remains alive and fruitful in our days The Week of Prayer for Christian Unity 2025 offers an invitation to draw on this shared heritage and to enter more deeply into the faith that unites all Christians It is with this in mind that the guiding biblical text was chosen – John 11:17-27 takes its cue from the dialogue between Jesus and Martha when Jesus visited the home of Martha and Mary in Bethany following the death of their brother Lazarus the prayers and reflections for the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity were prepared by the brothers and sisters of the monastic community of Bose in northern Italy The official texts of the "2025 Week of Prayer for Christian Unity" can be downloaded here: http://www.christianunity.va/content/unitacristiani/en/settimana-di-preghiera-per-l-unita/semaine-de-priere-pour-l-unite-des-chretiens-20241/anglais.html the Red Army tore down the gates of Auschwitz Concentration Camp the United Nations General Assembly proclaimed the International Day of Commemoration in Memory of the Victims of the Holocaust which has since been remembered every January 27 with the hope that those atrocities will never happen again Anthony remember two of their fellow friars who opposed the horrors of the Nazi concentration camps: the Venerable Father Placido Cortese secretly coordinated the rescue operations in concert with the Italian resistance movement Allied soldiers and civilians persecuted by the Nazis and the Fascists In January 2021 a ‘Stolperstein’ (stumbling stone) was placed on the exact spot where he was kidnapped by the Nazis and transferred to the Gestapo bunker in Trieste He was eventually killed and his body cremated in the Risiera of San Sabba lager in Trieste during a ghastly selection of inmates to be marked for death he offered to take the place of a family man retired to Mount La Verna to spend a period of prayer and penance It was a time of crisis due to disagreements within the Order and through prayer and fasting Francis wished to find confirmation of his desire to identify himself totally with Christ the Crucifix imprinted on Francis' heart and body the signs of the stigmata recounts the extraordinary event in this video The stigmata represent the final seal of Francis' unconditional love for Christ Watch the video - click here Show Breaking News BarCloseLocal NewsGabby Jimenez SAN ANTONIO – Feeling lucky with a variety of events and festivities planned throughout the city While most celebrations will be held over the weekend some restaurants are celebrating the day with special St Patrick’s Day-themed foods throughout the week Patrick’s Day celebrations in the San Antonio area: Patrick’s Festival is scheduled from March 15 to March 16 the San Antonio River Walk will be dyed green for the annual St The festival will take place at the Arneson River Theatre and La Villita from 1-6 p.m. For more information on the event, click here. Elsewhere Garden Bar and Kitchen, 103 E Jones Ave., is hosting a party for the St. Patrick’s Day Museum Reach Parade on the River Walk. The restaurant will have live entertainment all day on March 15, along with face painting and giveaways. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Elsewhere Garden Bar & Kitchen (@elsewheresatx) Limited VIP swings and tables are available for parade viewing. Reservations for swings for two people are $75, and tables for up to 10 people are $150. To secure a spot, email velia@elsewheretexas.com or call 210-201-5595. Howl at the Moon, 111 W Crockett St, Ste. 201, will have a St. Patrick’s Day party on March 14 and March 15. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Howl at the Moon San Antonio (@howlsatx) $7 Blarney Bombs and $6 Lucky Charms shots La Panadería will celebrate the holiday by adding special green conchas to its menu until March 17 The pastry features a green exterior filled with a rich and creamy pistachio ganache The limited time pastry is priced at $3.75 and can be purchased at any La Panadería location Patrick’s Day cookie decorating class from 6 p.m Local cookie decorator Cake Poppin w/ Lex will instruct the beginner-level class Participants will get to take home six cookies an instruction and recipe sheet and any leftover icing and parents must be present for participants under 18 years old Registration costs $40 and closes at 9 a.m For more information, click here. 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View this post on Instagram A post shared by Elsewhere Garden Bar & Kitchen (@elsewheresatx) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Howl at the Moon San Antonio (@howlsatx) HomeDestinationsInterestsTop Places to Travel by MonthSearchMenuBest time to go to Mallorca and have your dog blessed in Mallorca on the Sant Antoni celebrations but the celebration itself starts the day before During the night people light huge bonfires watch how costumed demons and devils dance through the streets and participate in a dancing party at the central city squares resisted the Devil's temptation while living in the desert inspiring the tradition of fire and devils on the eve of the 16th of January great bonfires light up the island as crowds gather to dance around them celebrating an ancient ritual of purification and the triumph of good over evil Demons are a well-known symbol of Mallorca tracing their origins to the Feast of Sant Antoni inspired by the saint's legendary temptation by demons in the wilderness running through the streets with pitchforks Each town has its unique design for demon costumes adding to the local flavor of the celebrations A correfoc is a dazzling display where participants spin sparklers attached to poles a traditional pastry filled with pork or eel and vegetables are a specialty in Sa Pobla during Sant Antoni made in large batches and sold on the streets also take center stage during the festivities dancing and delighting crowds as part of the vibrant festival Beneïdes (blessing of animals) are held all across Mallorca This tradition is about blessing all animals—horses One can even observe animal parades in some cities While Palma focuses on its own patron saint Sant Antoni celebrations are more prominent in other towns across Mallorca Even in places where Sant Antoni isn't the patron saint and the 17th of January isn't a public holiday locals still honor the night of the 16th with bonfires and demon festivities The largest celebrations take place in towns where Sant Antoni is the patron saint where the 17th of January is an official holiday devotion and generosity to the poor and the sick He is also known for being the saint to help find lost things Antonio's restaurants in metro Detroit are honoring the day with their 31st annual Feast of St which benefits local organizations — Capuchin Soup Kitchen and Gleaners Community Food Bank — that help feed those in need when you order from each restaurant's regular menu 10% of the proceeds will benefit the Capuchin Soup Kitchen and Gleaners CEO and president of Antonio's Cucina Italian and Roman Village Anthony bread provided by the Capuchin Soup Kitchen's On the Rise Bakery Antonio's restaurants are owned and operated by the Rugeiro family Antonio and Enrica (Mama Rita) Rugeiro opened Roman Village Cucina Italiana in Dearborn in 1964 the first of five restaurants that opened over the years The restaurants feature an array of old-school family recipes and traditional Italian cuisine It's famous for many signature dishes such as the Gnocchi Rita served with Mama Rita's special pancetta and mushroom sauce and its Spaghetti Carbonara "Alla Bocelli" a recipe that Andrea Bocelli For information, menus and locations go to: antoniosrestaurants.com Historic Corktown's dining gems: 18 places to eat near Michigan Central Station Contact Detroit Free Press food writer Susan Selasky and send food and restaurant news to: sselasky@freepress.com. Follow @SusanMariecooks on X (formerly Twitter.) Support local journalism and become a digital subscriber to the Free Press Las Vegas Raiders coach Antonio Pierce was slapped with an eight-year show-cause order because of violations that occurred when he was an assistant coach at Arizona State Most of the violations were related to what the NCAA referred to as a "scheme" orchestrated by Pierce to circumvent restrictions in place during the COVID-19 pandemic Pierce facilitated impermissible recruiting contact with 35 prospects football facility tours and entertainment." It was also determined he directed an assistant to engage in tampering with a player enrolled at another school and traveled out of state to observe and meet with prospects during a recruiting dead period "In arriving at an eight-year show-cause order for Pierce the panel emphasized his role as the ringleader in orchestrating the recruiting violations," according to the report from the NCAA Raiders coach Antonio Pierce received an eight-year show-cause order for his role in recruiting violations when he served as associate head coach at Arizona State The penalty would take effect if he returns to college coaching. Ian Maule/Getty Images"No comment," now-Raiders coach Antonio Pierce said when asked about the penalties In the event Pierce is hired by an NCAA school during the show-cause order -- which runs until Oct 2032 -- he would be suspended for the first football season and would be allowed no contact with any of the program's coaches or players during that period Pierce provided "false or misleading information" and was unwilling to provide his financial records One ASU staff member told the NCAA that Pierce "did not fear the potential consequences for NCAA violations due to the financial security provided by his self-proclaimed wealth." "Pierce used his position of authority to pressure staff members into engaging in violations often by instilling fear that they would lose their jobs if they did not follow his orders," the report says The NCAA also issued a five-year show-cause order for former ASU football analyst Anthony Garnett Garnett would face a one-season suspension if hired during the next five years In the 67-page report, there are several mentions of former booster Regina Jackson, the mother of former ASU and current Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels who assisted with setting up impermissible campus visits and other violations Daniels transferred from ASU to LSU after the 2021 season won the Heisman Trophy in 2023 and was selected No In April, the NCAA punished ASU with four years of probation vacated games in which ineligible players competed reduced scholarships and recruiting restrictions Pierce was hired by ASU coach Herm Edwards in December 2017 and was promoted to associate head coach/co-defensive coordinator in February 2020 was fired after the Sun Devils went 1-2 to start the 2022 season He was found to have committed a "responsibility violation," the NCAA announced in April Pierce resigned from ASU in 2022 and was hired as the Raiders linebackers coach He was named the Raiders interim coach in October 2023 and was hired for the job permanently in January ESPN's Paul Gutierrez contributed to this report The TimesThe party was in full swing this week at La Sonrisa castle as wedding guests dined beneath frescoes of gods cobalt stained-glass windows and enough gold furnishings to make Disneyland look dull newlyweds posed for photos by a fake waterfall filled with statues of leaping dolphins and released doves to illustrate their love as a fight for the future of the Italian wedding is under way Italy’s Supreme Court ruled“We give a moment of joy to normal people who want to live like a king for a day,” said Matteo Giordano who runs the sprawling site near Naples — the setting for a hit reality TV show known in English as My Crazy Italian Wedding more than 50 years before the Arlington diocese was founded St. Anthony of Padua has a rich history dating back to 1921 After several years of growth in the area after World War II Anthony’s was established in 1952 by Richmond Bishop Peter L holds events and celebrates Mass in both English and Spanish What’s one thing visitors to your parish should do or see while there Although the church building is quite large People of faith stop in seeking peace and prayer throughout the day particularly on Wednesdays (all day) and Friday evenings when Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament is offered The church is open for prayer 7 a.m.-9 p.m Tell us about some of your parish ministries to complement the daily afterschool program and summer camp St. Anthony’s also hosts the Shekinah Youth Dance ministry a multicultural dance ministry that helps girls and women realize their beauty and dignity as daughters of God through worship and praise Luncheons for senior citizens are held monthly offering an opportunity for fellowship and friendship Spanish-speaking parishioners reenact Christ’s passion and death through the live Stations of the Cross in the nearby Culmore neighborhood Is there a special way your parish encourages and supports faith formation Numerous prayer groups and ministries make it possible for parishioners to find support for living their Catholic faith in a smaller community setting Anthony’s invites anyone interested in the Catholic faith to participate in formation classes and the Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults as an opportunity to deepen understanding of the Catholic faith The largest outreach of the parish is the Religious Education program which offers catechesis in English and Spanish to a growing number of believers How are you supporting the faith journey of particular cultures represented in your parish The prayer groups regularly offer retreat experiences and events featuring visiting priests and speakers from around the world The focus of these growth opportunities ranges from conversion (kerygma) There are several formation and ministry events for the Hispanic community including events and daily and Sunday Masses celebrated in Spanish The parish also provides English as a Second Language classes for parishioners What would a visitor say about your parish Anthony’s has been a home to newly arriving immigrants Anthony’s parishioners are strongly committed to glorifying God by publicly sharing their faith and serving others A current focus of prayer in the parish is the intention of the well-being and safety of the surrounding neighborhoods facing challenges of poverty A recent Eucharistic Procession into the neighborhood emphasized these needs What’s something we should know about your clergy The five priests serving the parish offer a special combination of the wisdom of years was ordained in 1996 by Arlington Bishop John R and has served throughout the Arlington diocese John Paul the Great High School in Potomac Shores Father Zinjin Iglesia and Father Miguel Valle serve as parochial vicars and Father David A Whitestone and Father Augustine Owusu are priests in residence Social media: facebook.com/stanthonyofpaduava and @stanthonychurchva on Instagram (vigil) (Spanish); Sun: 8:30 a.m.*; 11 a.m.; 1 p.m.* (Spanish); 3:30 p.m (Spanish); and 5:30 p.m.; Mon.–Fri.: 7 a.m.*; noon; and 7 p.m.* (Spanish) and Fri.: 7:30 p.m.; Sat: 9 a.m.; 3:30 p.m.; and 7 p.m.; Sun: 2:30 p.m Arlington Catholic Herald200 N. 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Hot3Trump, Saban blastedNIL order ripped On3 is a registered trademark of On3 Media 13 Days Novena 2024: Anthony: the Last Steps to Heaven In this year 13 days Novena from May 31st to June 12th Anthony’s last steps towards God's infinite love and pray to our dearest Anthony to always be close to us on our life journey You are all invited to join us online for the Feast Day that will be broadcast throughout the day On Monday, June 13th, Solemnity of St. Anthony, please follow all celebrations streaming live here: https://bit.ly/3KgLaBC obtain for us the grace of true humility that will enable us to live in peace and harmony with God and our neighbor Catholics honor the memory of the Franciscan priest St Although he is popularly invoked today by those who have trouble finding lost objects he was known in his own day as the “Hammer of Heretics” due to the powerful witness of his life and preaching The saint known to the Church as Anthony of Padua was not born in the Italian city of Padua the son of an army officer named Martin and a virtuous woman named Mary They had Ferdinand educated by a group of priests and the young man made his own decision to enter religious life at age 15 Ferdinand initially lived in a monastery of the Augustinian order outside of Lisbon But he disliked the distraction of constant visits from his friends and moved to a more remote house of the same order he concentrated on reading the Bible and the Church Fathers while living a life of asceticism and heartfelt devotion to God Ferdinand learned the news about five Franciscan friars who had recently died for their faith in Morocco When their bodies were brought to Portugal for veneration Ferdinand developed a passionate desire to imitate their commitment to the Gospel When a group of Franciscans visited his monastery Ferdinand told them he wanted to adopt their poor and humble way of life Some of the Augustinian monks criticized and mocked Ferdinand's interest in the Franciscans But prayer confirmed his desire to follow the example of St He eventually obtained permission to leave the Augustinians and join a small Franciscan monastery in 1221 Anthony wanted to imitate the Franciscan martyrs who had died trying to convert the Muslims of Morocco He traveled on a ship to Africa for this purpose but became seriously ill and could not carry out his intention The ship that was supposed to take him to Spain for treatment was blown off course Francis was holding a major meeting for the members of his order Anthony resolved to stay in Italy in order to be closer to St He deliberately concealed his deep knowledge of theology and Scripture and offered to serve in the kitchen among the brothers no one realized that the future “Hammer of Heretics” was anything other than a kitchen assistant and obedient Franciscan priest Anthony was forced to deliver an improvised speech before an assembly of Dominicans and Franciscans Francis himself soon learned what kind of man the dishwashing priest really was In 1224 he gave Anthony permission to teach theology in the Franciscan order –  “provided the spirit of prayer and devotion may not be extinguished.” Anthony taught theology in several French and Italian cities while strictly following his Franciscan vows and preaching regularly to the people he dedicated himself entirely to the work of preaching as a missionary in France teaching an authentic love for God to many people – whether peasants or princes – who had fallen away from Catholic faith and morality Known for his bold preaching and austere lifestyle Anthony also had a reputation as a worker of miracles which often came about in the course of his disputes with heretics and accepted food only after it had placed itself in adoration before the Eucharist that Anthony brought in his hands which Anthony ate without any harm after making the sign of the Cross over it who rose out of the sea to hear his preaching when heretical residents of a city refused to listen Following the example of his patron – the earlier St who had lived as a hermit – he retreated to a remote location When his worsening health forced him to be carried back to the Franciscan monastery in Padua crowds of people converged on the group in hopes of paying their homage to the holy priest The commotion surrounding his transport forced his attendants to stop short of their destination Anthony prayed the Church's seven traditional penitential psalms combined with the many miracles he had worked during his lifetime moved Pope Gregory IX – who knew the saint personally – to canonize him one year after his death is honored on earth by many miracles daily seen at his tomb of which we are certified by authentic writings,” proclaimed the 13th-century Pope CNA is a service of EWTN News, Inc. The Pontifical Basilica of Saint Anthony is about to start its Holy Week and Easter celebrations Please find below the times of the main religious events celebrated in the Basilica These may also be accessed live through our web site and social media (links and technical details in the footnotes).* 11:00am:        Blessing of Palms and Holy Mass (*) Exposition and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament at the end of the celebration 6:00pm:          «in Cœna Domini» Solemn Holy Mass (*) 6:00pm          Celebration of the Passion of Our Lord (*) 9:00pm:         Solemn Easter Vigil (*) [time to be confirmed] The celebrations of the Holy Masses will follow the weekend timetable (*) The Basilica’s Musical Chapel will animate the following celebrations: (*) THE CELEBRATIONS MAY BE FOLLOWED LIVE HERE 2024 at 9:27 am ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}A fireworks show is a core part of the annual St Anthony's Family Feast & Festival in East Northport This year's festival is scheduled for June 26 through June 29 Anthony's Family Feast & Festival is scheduled for June 26 through June 29 in East Northport will run at the Trinity Regional School Grounds on Fifth Avenue Anthony’s Family Feast & Festival are: Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts. there’s no doubt that this seaside fishing port has as much to offer as any other island location from traditional homemade tapas to international cuisines made with local produce and freshly caught fruits of the sea this is a town that really deserves its place on the gastro map One of the perks of San Antonio Town's small nature is that it's a beautiful place to just wander Taking in the ever-changing scenery from long promenade stretches to bustling streets you’d be surprised how you can get lost amongst the quaint cobbled side streets that hold the secret bars and tucked-away dining spots so check out our recommendations for the best budget to high-end breakfast We'll start in the most appropriate way, with San Antonio's pride and joy. Set in a pretty finca with a shady garden, Es Tragón is Ibiza’s first winner of the coveted Michelin Star award on top of the two Repsol Sol prizes it already possessed Consistently high standards of service and exquisite preparation are what keep this outstanding dining experience in high demand The Es Tragón taster menus are a journey through Ibizan history on a plate and an absolute must for holiday-making foodies Madunia occupies a huge site on the hillside of Cap Negret Offering exquisite Mediterranean food with exotic touches it is a must for discerning diners as well as a great spot to start off your night with a pre-party cocktail while admiring the sunset Chinese food never tasted so good as it does at sophisticated hotspot Chi Kee Wun this is exquisite high-end dining that's well worth the extra spend Under new management and, to everyone's joy, finally with air conditioning, Sa Capella is dining in possibly the finest of Ibiza's interior locations Housed in an unconsecrated 16th-century church just outside San Antonio you can dine within the stunning stone walls of this beautiful chapel or feast outside on the picturesque terrace Set in a stunning rustic interior, almost hidden away from the bright lights of San Antonio, Es Ventall is a family-run restaurant that wows with every dish Its menu offers a 21st-century twist on traditional Ibizan cuisine created by a young chef at the helm who loves to develop innovative dishes from the island’s rich culinary history - one that’s leaps and bounds above the rest It is a tough call as to whether it should go in the budget or mid-section. Tapas Ibiza does exactly as it says on the tin and very The tapas dishes are all so beautifully made and reasonably priced So why stop at one when there’s a whole menu to try They’ve even got the vegans well covered - trust us when we say the vegan aioli with gluten-free bread is one worth swapping sides for For 2024, the Tapas Ibiza team have opened a new venue, Aragma This contemporary Greek & Mediterranean tapas restaurant has delicious dishes just ideal for sharing and great views of the marina Further along the marina, you’ll find The Skinny Kitchen burgers and a whole heap of goodness from morning to night For those who like a side order of naughtiness with their nutrition Towering imperiously over the harbour road, Villa Mercedes makes its presence known before you’ve even stepped inside Set in beautifully landscaped gardens overlooking the boats in the marina you can dine on exquisitely presented Mediterranean dishes as live music sets the tone of the romantic environment every Friday Continuing towards the little bay of Caló des Moro, Monkey Ibiza feels aptly named gazing out over an expansive sunset vista from its high terrace views Bringing Parisian sophistication to the Sunset Strip it's made its mark with its simple yet stunningly executed menu great music and staff that are just lovely Behind the main sunset strip venues you'll find another gem, Es Gerret You could always visit alone but the ethos here is to eat and share good times with friends modern tapas dishes are created with panache and finesse making this restaurant a continuously popular spot with locals and holidaymakers alike Back portside, Rita’s Cantina is a San An classic that is often packed to the rafters with international guests don’t fix it’ and although its menu offers mostly breakfast and Indonesian lunch options Fancy visiting another corner of the world? If so, then Mundo Street Food should be next on your travel list With its mouth-watering twist on international cuisine this newly established eatery has taken San Antonio by storm Whatever you order from the menu - breakfast lunch or dinner - just don’t forget a side of Massaman wedges Their fully-stocked deli offers fresh salad and protein boxes to eat in or take away along with a full menu of tasty tummy fillers sweet treat protein snacks and fruit-packed smoothies For those craving authentic Italian pizza and shawarma then Es Mirai is your place Close enough to - almost - catch the sunset at Caló des Moro this excellent pizzeria has stunning garden dining hosted by some of the nicest Italians in Ibiza To see a full list of our recommended restaurants, check out our restaurant guide for San Antonio In San Antonio you can rent vehicles from one of the island's oldest and most trusted car hire companies, Moto Luis We highly recommend them as they offer fantastic customer service and have no hidden costs Catch up with all the week's news and updates: Copyright © 1999 - 2025 Ibiza Spotlight S.L We are a member of the PIMEEF - the small and medium business association of Ibiza and Formentera All prices published on the site include VAT and it is your will that they be gathered together as one family in yourself Fill our hearts with the fire of your love and with the desire to ensure justice and peace for all 106 projects on 4 continents for a total of 3 million and 812,550 euros distributed in over 40 countries These are the macro data of the 2022 Report of St the operational arm of the solidarity of the friars of the Basilica of Saint Anthony in Padua Last year the winds of war also blew on the distribution of resources About 20% of the donations were used to support those fleeing the horror of armed conflicts or political tensions and in Bosnia and Herzegovina to help refugees and migrants travelling along the so-called “Balkan route” (72% of them come from Afghanistan and even from Myanmar) This is the activity of Caritas Sant'Antonio 2022 by continent: in Africa 61 projects were carried out in 22 states for a total of 1,648,440 euros; in Europe 14 projects in 5 states for €1,330,510; in Latin America 18 projects in 10 states for €419,800; and in Asia 13 projects in 6 states for €413,800 climate emergencies and expensive energy are putting a strain on the most disadvantaged countries but they are also impoverishing at an unprecedented rate the weakest sections of Europe and our country especially putting children in difficulty” says Father Valerio Folli  “Aspects that we will have to keep in mind in 2023 and in the years to come to cultivate the sense of sharing and community that feeds the great Anthonian family.” The realization of the projects was possible with the concrete help of the many devotees of St Anthony around the world and the subscribers of the various editions of the Messenger of Saint Anthony To them goes the gratitude of all those who work in their various capacities in Caritas Sant'Antonio Onlus Read page 16 of the April issue of the Messenger of Saint Anthony On our website Caritasantoniana.org  it is possible to read about our main projects We begin today the journey of the "Thirteen Tuesdays," the characteristic Antonian devotion that for 13 weeks prepares us spiritually for the Feast of the Saint.  and he will tell us about the extraordinary love of our dear St This June three friars from the Basilica will take first-class relics of St Anthony to his devotees throughout the world Alessandro Ratti will be in the USA from June 6 to 16 and precisely in the states of Pennsylvania Paolo Floretta will be in Toronto (Canada) from June 8 to 16 Mario Conte will be in Australia from June 5 to 16 Click here to download the programs St Anthony has always been a friend of the elderly who still flock to the Basilica in great numbers to ask for a grace but above all to thank him for his protection for having always been close to them during their lives and for helping them to approach that destiny of glory that the Lord is preparing for all of us please encourage us to love our elderly neighbors both in word and deed Help us in particular to offer care and assistance to the elderly whose daily lives has become a struggle This is a time of conversion and penitence in preparation for Easter Pope Francis has addressed the following message to all Christians on the occasion of the 2024 Lenten season: Lent is the season of grace in which the desert can become once more – in the words of the prophet Hosea – the place of our first love (cf he enables us to leave our slavery behind and experience a Passover from death to life as a way of countering the globalization of indifference which have become more and more pressing: “Where are you?” (Gen 3:9) and “Where is your brother?” (Gen 4:9) by listening once more to those two questions we realize that even today we remain under the rule of Pharaoh A rule that makes us weary and indifferent A model of growth that divides and robs us of a future Baptism has begun our process of liberation yet there remains in us an inexplicable longing for slavery A kind of attraction to the security of familiar things All the celebrations of Wednesday 14 February in the Basilica of St Anthony will include the rite of the imposition of the ashes (click here for the timetable). In particular, the 6:00pm Holy Mass, presided over by Fr. Andrea Massarin, Vicar of the Basilica, will be streamed live on this page will bring the first-class relic of our beloved Saint Anthony of Padua that will remain exposed during the Eucaristic Celebrations scheduled during the aformentioned dates we will invite all attendees to approach the relic for an extraordinary blessing Please join us for reflection and prayer in unity and celebration Rest assured that your spirit will be elevated and your personal devotion will be enhanced we will strengthen the bond that unites us as St Anthony’s family Click here to download the programs The Basilica of Saint Anthony’s church bells rang joyously on September 8 this year when the friars got word that their Shrine had a new Rector in the person of Father Antonio Ramina The news had been broken by the Minister General of the Conventual Franciscan friars Carlos Trovarelli and by the Pontifical Delegate It was the Holy Father himself who had indicated the name of Fr Ramina from a choice of two other candidates that had been put to him by the Minister General Ramina made his solemn profession as a Conventual Franciscan on October 4 He has a degree in Modern Letters from the University of Padua and also holds the title of Doctor of Theology Ramina was the Rector of the Theological Seminary St Anthony Doctor and then Guardian of the Community of St He taught Spiritual Theology at the Theologiacl Faculty of the Triveneto and in the School of Spirituality at the Theological Institute St He has also held the major role of Definitor within his Province who has been nominated Guardian of St Francis Friary in Treviso and will remain in charge until the 2025 Chapter The Franciscan friars of the Basilica received the nomination with joy: “We thank the Holy Father Ramina will continue with fervor the work of his predecessor in collaboration with the Pontifical Delegate in favor of the numerous pilgrims who daily flock to the Basilica.” Gratitude was also expressed to Fr Oliviero Svanera for his work during these last five years particularly for having been able to guide the Shrine and its friars during the hardest months of the pandemic Despite the hardships experienced by all the friars of the Basilica because of Covid-19 and the bereavement of losing three fellow friars Svanera was able to keep the fire of faith and devotion to St Anthony alive with many new creative initiatives.” “The place which is closest to my heart,” says the new Rector but also because at the Saint’s Tomb you can feel the living spirit of all of the Saint’s devotees who entrust their prayers to him.” Click here to watch the video The almond tree is the first plant to flower after winter when nature is still fast asleep and spring has yet to produce her first delicate buds Our Lenten path was accompanied by images of destruction there have also been many signs of life and hope which will allow us to celebrate Easter with hope: children born after the flight from Ukraine the thousands of refugees welcomed into our homes the courage of those who gave up their lives to protect their loved ones and freedoms It is with these images in the heart that Father Giancarlo Zamengo director general of the Messenger of Saint Anthony on behalf of the friars of the Basilica and of all the collaborators of the great family of Saint Anthony “Peace is the gift that the Risen Lord has come to bring us in our otherwise sad lives Hardships must become a means for strengthening hope in us and to give us the strength to believe that the force of love will always prevail over selfishness and evil Anthony to make us into builders of peace.” Look at the whole Easter wishes video [https://youtu.be/kg5w4aCTL6U] Anthony’s Charities 2021 Report is a positive one Our charitable organization is a non-profit set up by the friars of the Basilica of Saint Anthony through the friars and many local partners we sustained 106 projects in 36 countries for a total of 4 million Euros in this way helping over a million people in four continents: Africa These projects were made possible only through the tangible help of St Anthony’s devotees and the readers of the Messenger of Saint Anthony Read the article in the magazine - Link https://www.messengersaintanthony.com/content/2021-report a first group of young people and friars left the Basilica of Saint Anthony by bus bound for the birthplace of St along with hundreds of thousands of their peers They will also bring with them a distinguished relic of St which will then be displayed at some international public moments of prayer and blessing To underscore the link with the Saint "of" Padua the young participants will wear a dedicated T-shirt showing friar Anthony with a smile carrying the names of his two cities in his hands The friars of the Youth and Vocation Ministry of Provincia Italiana di S Antonio di Padova have drawn as many as 175 young people in this adventure though not comparable to the thousands enrolled by dioceses in many locations around the world Anthony of Padua will visit the Archdiocese of New Orleans from Saturday The two first-class Relics will be accompanied by Father Mario Conte a Franciscan friar from the Pontifical Basilica of St The two Relics on tour are fragments of St The Relic of the Floating Rib has special significance for the friars of Padua because it was venerated by Lucy of Fatima in her convent in Coimbra in 1995 and by then-Archbishop Jorge Maria Bergoglio (now Pope Francis) in the Cathedral of Buenos Aires in 2000 The relics of our beloved Saint Anthony of Padua that will remain exposed during the Eucaristic Celebrations scheduled during the aforementioned dates Click here to download the programs 10.45am*             Blessing of Palms in the square facing the Basilica 11.00am and 6.00pm        Solemn Holy Mass * The Solemn Holy Masses marked with an asterisk are celebrated in the St Below you will find the program of the celebrations and moments of spirituality to be held at the Basilica of St In all the Masses it will be possible to receive the rite of Blessing and Distribution of Ashes The 6.00 pm (CET) celebration in Italian will be live streamed (see below for details)