7 October 2008 Rating 1% No Comment  

Last week, the Franciscan community together with the rest of the Catholic world celebrated the feast of St Francis of Assisi who lived in the Italian region of Umbria between 1182 and 1226, and founded the biggest Religious Order in the Christian world. During last week, the Franciscan Friars of Ghajnsielem organised several activities at St Anthony's Church related with Saint Francis. The highlight of the celebrations took place last Sunday morning during the blessing of the pets and horses. The ceremony was held by Fra Alfred Sciberras ofm. Last Saturday evening, the Prime Minister Dr Lawrence Gonzi was present at a concelebrated Mass led by Fra Joseph Magro ofm with the participation of the orchestra and St Anthony's Choir. A reception was held afterwards.