On Sunday, 26 July, the Naples and Campania Delegation, led by Marchioness Federica De Gregorio Cattaneo, took part in the solemn celebrations in honour of Saint Anne, held in Savignano Irpino, following the kind invitation of the Mayor, Dr Fabio Della Marra Scarpone, who is also a Knight of the Constantinian Order.

This feast, deeply rooted in the history and spirituality of the local community, represents a significant occasion for faith and civic participation. It is also recognised as an Element of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Campania, having been included in the IPIC – Inventory of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Campania.

During the Solemn Eucharistic Celebration, His Excellency the Most Reverend Monsignor Sergio Melillo, Bishop of the Diocese, and the Parish Priest, Father Nicola Lanza, warmly greeted Marchioness Federica De Gregorio Cattaneo and the Knights of the Naples and Campania Delegation, expressing their appreciation and gratitude for the Order’s presence at such a significant occasion for the community.

In addition to the Mayor, those attending the event included Deputy Mayor Angela La Porta, the Commander of the Carabinieri Station, Liberato Di Lullo, the Commander of the Municipal Police, Pierluigi La Manna, also a Knight of the Constantinian Order, as well as Knights Luigi De Angelis, Michele Sordillo, Massimo Contini and Mirko Speranza.

Despite a brief spell of rain, the celebrations took place with great participation and deep devotion, reaffirming the strong bond between faith, tradition and the identity of the local community.

The Naples and Campania Delegation renews its gratitude to the religious, civil and military authorities and to the people of Savignano Irpino for their warm welcome, in the firm belief that preserving traditions, bearing witness to the faith and serving one’s neighbour are the founding values of the Constantinian mission.