Over the centuries, the citizens of Castellammare di Stabia and his ager they turned to Madonna of Pozzano with special devotion, giving thanks for the graces received and rediscovering hope, facing it in difficult moments.
The next 2nd of July the 150th anniversary (1874-2024) of the Coronation of the sacred icon of the Madonna by the Vatican Chapter at the hands of the Venerable Monsignor Francesco Saverio Petagna will be solemnly celebrated.
Italian post will activate a temporary philatelic service in Castellammare di Stabia with a special stamp designed to celebrate the historic event: it will be possible to stamp with the special stamp the correspondence presented at the Italian Post Office stand, set up from 5pm to 8pm at the Basilica of Pozzano. A special themed postcard with the event will also be presented.
The solemn celebration in the Basilica at 7.00 pm will be presided over by Cardinal Marcello Semeraro, Prefect of the Dicastery for the Causes of Saints. The authorities, religious, civil and military, will be present.
The Minimi Friars invite all the faithful of the Queen and patroness of Castellammare di Stabia to joyfully participate in this anniversary which will be an opportunity to share a moment of profound spirituality.
