President Sergio Mattarella Confirms October 4 Visit to Assisi for Saint Francis Feast
Italian President Sergio Mattarella will travel to Assisi on October 4 to participate in the national celebrations for the Feast of Saint Francis, the patron saint of Italy, La Nazione reported. The visit centers on the traditional lighting of the votive lamp of the Italian municipalities on the saint’s tomb and the delivery of an official message to the nation.
Municipal and Regional Coordination Meeting in Assisi
Preparations for the early October events were finalized during a meeting in the Sala della Conciliazione in Assisi, La Nazione reported. Maura Nicolina Perrotta, Viceprefetto Vicario in sede vacante, regional president Stefania Proietti, and Assisi mayor Walter Stoppini convened with local police forces, public rescue structures, and religious authorities to coordinate security and logistics for the gatherings.
Transito Celebrations and Official Delegations on October 3
The multi-day schedule begins on October 3 with the Transito commemorations in Santa Maria degli Angeli, La Nazione reported. This opening day draws regional presidents, provincial capital mayors, foreign delegations, and representatives from cities twinned with Assisi.
Votive Lamp Lighting and Presidential Address on October 4
President Mattarella arrives on October 4 for the solemn Eucharistic celebration, La Nazione reported. The itinerary features the lighting of the votive lamp that burns permanently on the tomb of Saint Francis, followed by the delivery of the presidential address to Italy.
Official Presentation Scheduled for September 17 in Rome
Organizers will publicly unveil the complete program for the Patron Saint of Italy festivities on September 17 at 11:00 AM, La Nazione reported. The presentation will take place in the Sala Marconi at Palazzo Pio, located at Piazza Pia 3 in Rome.