The 400 years of the SS. Crocifisso of Monreale between history, faith and traditions
Antivilla Comunale
On October 16, 2026, the Antivilla Comunale of Monreale hosts a round table to celebrate the 400 years of devotion to the Santissimo Crocifisso (1626-2026). Four centuries of history, faith and traditions are retraced through speeches by scholars, civil and religious authorities, analyzing the historical, anthropological and religious impact of the centenary. Among the participants, mayor Alberto Arcidiacono, president of the Confraternita Giuseppe Messina, don Giovanni Vitale and professor Ignazio Buttitta. The meeting concludes with the speech of the bishop of Monreale, monsignor Gualtiero Isacchi. The event is sponsored by the Presidenza del Consiglio, Regione Siciliana, Comune di Monreale, Confraternita del SS. Crocifisso and Arcidiocesi di Monreale.
Time: 18:00 Date: October 16, 2026 Time: 18:00 Location: Antivilla Comunale, Monreale Free admission Greetings: Alberto Arcidiacono (Mayor), Giuseppe Messina (President Confraternita SS. Crocifisso) Speakers: Don Giovanni Vitale, Prof. Ignazio Buttitta Concluding speech: H.E. Mons. Gualtiero Isacchi, Bishop of Monreale Event sponsored by Presidenza del Consiglio dei Ministri, Regione Siciliana, Comune di Monreale, Confraternita del SS. Crocifisso, Arcidiocesi di Monreale
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