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Popes that confirmed the Order of St. Peter and St. Paul
In 1471 Pope Paul II conferred the first investitures of "Knights of St. Peter" or “Cavaliere di San Pietro”, which was an honorific title conferred by the Holy See. Pope Clement VII , born Giulio de 'Medici , the successor of Pope Leo X in 1522, confirming this Order with a further Bull issued in October of 1526 , published at the Chancery of the Pontifical January 3, 1527 .Pope Paul III created the College of the Knights of St. Paul, by a Bull of 25 June 1540 , which saw the publication in the Papal Chancellery July 19, 1541. It was confirmed by Pope Julius III on March 21, 1549.
Popes that confirmed the Order of St. Peter and St. Paul
In 1471 Pope Paul II conferred the first investitures of "Knights of St. Peter" or “Cavaliere di San Pietro”, which was an honorific title conferred by the Holy See. Pope Clement VII , born Giulio de 'Medici , the successor of Pope Leo X in 1522, confirming this Order with a further Bull issued in October of 1526 , published at the Chancery of the Pontifical January 3, 1527 .Pope Paul III created the College of the Knights of St. Paul, by a Bull of 25 June 1540 , which saw the publication in the Papal Chancellery July 19, 1541. It was confirmed by Pope Julius III on March 21, 1549.
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KNIGHTS OF ST. PETER & ST. PAUL
550 YEARS OF HISTORY 1471 - 2021
In 1471 Pope Paul II conferred the first investitures of "Knights of St. Peter" or “Cavaliere di San Pietro”, which was an honorific title conferred by the Holy See. This honorary chivalrous investiture from the Holy See is sometimes called the "Speron d’Oro", quite distinct from the Cavalry Knighthoods conferred by various Sovereigns.
HIS HOLINESS POPE FRANCIS
Papal Knights of St. Peter and St. Paul founded by Pope Paul II in 1471
In 1471 Pope Paul II conferred the first investitures of "Knight of St. Peter" as an honorific title by the Holy See. Cavaliere di San Pietro refers to the honorary chivalrous investiture from the Holy See, sometimes called the "Speron d’Oro", quite distinct from the Cavalry conferred by the Sovereigns.
On July 6, 1997 the founder of the Confraternity Peter Paul Portelli conferred the first investiture of Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul at St. Bernadette's Church in North Sunshine, Melbourne. Australia.
Messages received from the Hon. Jeff Kennett, Premier of Victoria on behalf of the Victorian Government and from the Most Rev. Mgr. Sam Muscat, Archpriest of the Basilica of St. Peter and Paul of Nadur in Gozo, Malta.
Photo: His Excellency Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli - Grand Master
Chapter of Austria
Liechtenstein Castle
Vienna Austria.
Liechtenstein Castle is leased, outfitted and managed by our own Chevalier Leopold Thomas Fasching.
The Liechtenstein Castle, situated on the southern edge of the Vienna Woods, family seat of the Prince of Liechtenstein, is not a museum in the traditional sense, but a while steeped in history, but also very lively place, which annually attracts thousands of visitors from around the world. In addition to substantial parts of the Romanesque castle from the year 1130 to make numerous pieces of furniture, such as weapons, furniture and beamed ceiling, reliefs and the chapel, as well as one of the most beautiful views over Vienna, the castle, to a year-round attractive cultural institution.
The present castle was built in 19th Century restored house of Liechtenstein and is still located in their property. She served nearly 200 years (1130-1295) as a temporary residence of the family, and embodies a family history 900 years. Moreover, it has in the last decades of the 19th century, beginning of the 20th century served as a museum of the Castle family.
I would also like to continue this tradition as a tenant and cordially invite you to Liechtenstein Castle. Experience the history of the Princely House of Liechtenstein and that of the castle on one of our castle tours or on a themed tour. Our offer is one of the most varied on all castles in all of Austria.
A picture frame of St. Peter and St. Paul Patrons of the Confraternity will be placed in the chapel of the Castle.
Next time you are visiting Vienna pay a visit to Liechtenstein Castle and say hello to Chevalier Leopold Thomas Fasching.
The Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul are saddened by the passing of Princess Marie of Liechtenstein. The Grand Master and the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul wishes to extends their condolences to Prince Hans Adam and the Family for their loss. May she rest in peace.
Liechtenstein Castle
Vienna Austria.
Liechtenstein Castle is leased, outfitted and managed by our own Chevalier Leopold Thomas Fasching.
The Liechtenstein Castle, situated on the southern edge of the Vienna Woods, family seat of the Prince of Liechtenstein, is not a museum in the traditional sense, but a while steeped in history, but also very lively place, which annually attracts thousands of visitors from around the world. In addition to substantial parts of the Romanesque castle from the year 1130 to make numerous pieces of furniture, such as weapons, furniture and beamed ceiling, reliefs and the chapel, as well as one of the most beautiful views over Vienna, the castle, to a year-round attractive cultural institution.
The present castle was built in 19th Century restored house of Liechtenstein and is still located in their property. She served nearly 200 years (1130-1295) as a temporary residence of the family, and embodies a family history 900 years. Moreover, it has in the last decades of the 19th century, beginning of the 20th century served as a museum of the Castle family.
I would also like to continue this tradition as a tenant and cordially invite you to Liechtenstein Castle. Experience the history of the Princely House of Liechtenstein and that of the castle on one of our castle tours or on a themed tour. Our offer is one of the most varied on all castles in all of Austria.
A picture frame of St. Peter and St. Paul Patrons of the Confraternity will be placed in the chapel of the Castle.
Next time you are visiting Vienna pay a visit to Liechtenstein Castle and say hello to Chevalier Leopold Thomas Fasching.
The Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul are saddened by the passing of Princess Marie of Liechtenstein. The Grand Master and the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul wishes to extends their condolences to Prince Hans Adam and the Family for their loss. May she rest in peace.
Chapter of Malawi
By Chevalier Rev. Fr. Joseph Sikwese
Prior
Greetings from Malawi.
I write to share with you my joy about the first Cofirmands in my parish. My Parish, St Martin de Porres, was established on 2 April 2021 from St Steven’s Parish. I was asked to be a caretaker Parish Priest. I work in the parish during weekends, and yesterday was pleased to confirm 45 Christians. I was delegated by the Bishop. It was a beautiful celebration.
Wishing you God's blessings.
By Chevalier Rev. Fr. Joseph Sikwese
Prior
Greetings from Malawi.
I write to share with you my joy about the first Cofirmands in my parish. My Parish, St Martin de Porres, was established on 2 April 2021 from St Steven’s Parish. I was asked to be a caretaker Parish Priest. I work in the parish during weekends, and yesterday was pleased to confirm 45 Christians. I was delegated by the Bishop. It was a beautiful celebration.
Wishing you God's blessings.
Chapter of Malawi
By Chevalier Rev. Fr. Joseph Mkinga
Deputy Prior
Diocese of Karonga.
Curate at St Joseph the Worker Cathedral.
St Joseph the Worker Cathedral Parish is a cathedral of the Catholic diocese of Karonga found in the Northern part of Malawi which is a landlocked country in South Eastern Africa with a size of about 118,000 square kilometers. Malawi is bordered by Tanzania to the North East, Zambia to the North West and Mozambique to the South East and South West. Malawi is one of the poorest countries in the world. Though we tirelessly preach about self-reliance, we must admit that Malawians are far behind economically.
The Diocese of Karonga was created from the Diocese of Mzuzu on 21 st July, 2010 by Pope Benedict XVI. On the latter date the first Bishop of the Diocese, Rt. Rev. Martin Mtumbuka was also consecrated. Before its creation, the whole area that is now covered by this new Diocese was the Northern Deanery of Mzuzu Diocese.
St. Joseph the Worker Cathedral Parish was created on 5 th November 2016 at a solemn Mass which was presided over by Fernando Cardinal Filoni, the Prefect of Propaganda Fide, when the Cathedral was also consecrated. Before its creation, what is now St. Joseph the Worker Cathedral Parish was part of St. Mary’s Parish, Karonga.
Our recent statistics show that St. Joseph the Worker Cathedral Parish has 4,460 Catholic Christians. And we have 369 Catechumens. Every year the number of Catholics continues to grow.
At the moment the Parish has a total of 23 Churches which are clustered into 8 Out-Stations and 3 Zones. We have 52 Small Christian Communities. There are two Priests, a nun, three trained Catechists and many Lay Christian Leaders ministering in the Parish at the local level.
1. THE PASTORAL SITUATION IN ST JOSEPH THE WORKER CATHEDRAL PARISH
The Catholic presence in the bigger part of this parish is not significant. There is a stronger presence of other Christian denominations like, Church of Central African Presbyterian(CCAP), Lutheran and other Churches of Evangelical origins.
There are also local African Independent Churches like the Blackmans Church and Ngemera. The presence of the Catholic Church is thus under serious challenge.
The area under the jurisdiction of St Joseph the Worker Cathedral parish is one of the most underdeveloped places in Malawi as it can be seen by poor road network. The people in the area live on a less than a dollar a day. They earn their living through subsistence farming. Because of poor farming methods they do not produce enough food. During the months of January, February and March there is acute food shortages. The Diocese is engaged in uplifting the socio-economic life of the people through the Caritas Commission. The Caritas Commission is involved in different interventions in the area of livelihood, justice and peace, Health and education. As such, we cannot expect such Christians to support their priests and contribute to the development of the parish. However, the Christians under this parish do their best to support the parish with the little they have.
The area under St Joseph the worker Cathedral Parish has very insignificant Catholic presence. Even amongst the Catholics in the area there are signs of weak faith: numerous cases of lapsed catholic Christians or families, polygamy, divorce, killings of people with albinism, killings of people suspected of witchcraft and violence.
Amongst those Catholics that come to Church, few receive sacraments of the Eucharist, Anointing, Confession and marry in the Church. Due to lack of proper catechesis, a good number of Christians do not appreciate the importance of sacraments in their Christian life. The parish is territorially very wide with a poor road network.
God bless,
Pray for the People of Afghanistan
Dear Confreres and Friends of the Confraternity,
Fraternal Greetings.
It is so sad to see what is unfolding in front of our eyes in Afghanistan at the moment. People are living in fear as they are trying to escape from the Taliban.
It is appropriate to pause and pray for our world, particularly for the people of Afghanistan, and the people of Haiti and for all who seek to bring peace and provide support to those in need.
O Lord our God, source of all goodness and love, accept the fervent prayers of your people; in the multitude of your mercies look with compassion upon all who turn to you for help; for you are gracious, O lover of souls, and to you we give glory, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, now and forever. Amen.
His Holiness Pope Francis
"I join the unanimous concern for the situation in Afghanistan. I ask all of you to pray with me to the God of peace so that the clamor of weapons might cease and solutions can be found at the table of dialogue. Only thus can the battered population of that country—men, women, elderly and children—return to their homes, and live in peace and security, in total mutual respect."
We pray to the Lord. Amen.
Feast of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary
Sunday 15 August
The Assumption of Mary (name in full Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary) is, according to the beliefs of the Catholic Church, Eastern Orthodox Churches, Oriental Orthodoxy, Church of the East, and some Lutheran and Anglo-Catholic Churches, among others, the bodily taking up of Mary, the mother of Jesus, into Heaven at the end of her earthly life. The analogous feast in the Eastern Churches is known as the Dormition of the Theotokos. In Lutheranism and Anglicanism, the feast is celebrated in honour of St. Mary, Mother of our Lord. In the churches that observe it, the Assumption is a major feast day, commonly celebrated on 15 August.
In many countries, the feast is also marked as a Holy Day of Obligation in the Catholic Church. The Assumption of the Virgin Mary in art has been a popular subject, especially since the 12th century. The Catholic Church teaches as dogma that the Virgin Mary "having completed the course of her earthly life, was assumed body and soul into heavenly glory".
Sunday 15 August
The Assumption of Mary (name in full Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary) is, according to the beliefs of the Catholic Church, Eastern Orthodox Churches, Oriental Orthodoxy, Church of the East, and some Lutheran and Anglo-Catholic Churches, among others, the bodily taking up of Mary, the mother of Jesus, into Heaven at the end of her earthly life. The analogous feast in the Eastern Churches is known as the Dormition of the Theotokos. In Lutheranism and Anglicanism, the feast is celebrated in honour of St. Mary, Mother of our Lord. In the churches that observe it, the Assumption is a major feast day, commonly celebrated on 15 August.
In many countries, the feast is also marked as a Holy Day of Obligation in the Catholic Church. The Assumption of the Virgin Mary in art has been a popular subject, especially since the 12th century. The Catholic Church teaches as dogma that the Virgin Mary "having completed the course of her earthly life, was assumed body and soul into heavenly glory".
Eucharistic Celebration at the Shrine of our Lady ta’ Pinu by Pope JOHN PAUL II
26 May 1990.
Grand Chapter of Germany
Grand Prior Chevalier Peter Michael Neuen
Chancellor Dame Gabriele Neuen.
Chapter of Malawi
Investiture of new knights
On the Solemnity of the feast of St. Peter and St. Paul, 29th June 2021, Fr Joseph Sikwese and Fr. Joseph Mkinga took the oath of the Confraternity at St Joseph the Worker Cathedral Parish at the Mass which was presided over by Msgr. Denis Chitete, the Vicar General of the Diocese of Karonga.
Congratulations to the new knights.
Blessings of the Lord.
Photo from left: Chevalier Rev. Fr Joseph Mkinga Deputy Prior and Rev. Fr. Joseph Sikwese Prior.
Investiture of new knights
On the Solemnity of the feast of St. Peter and St. Paul, 29th June 2021, Fr Joseph Sikwese and Fr. Joseph Mkinga took the oath of the Confraternity at St Joseph the Worker Cathedral Parish at the Mass which was presided over by Msgr. Denis Chitete, the Vicar General of the Diocese of Karonga.
Congratulations to the new knights.
Blessings of the Lord.
Photo from left: Chevalier Rev. Fr Joseph Mkinga Deputy Prior and Rev. Fr. Joseph Sikwese Prior.
New paintings for St Paul’s Bay church
24 July 2021
Chevalier Adonai Camilleri Cauchi working on the new paintings at his studio. Photo: Charles Spiteri
Four new paintings for the church of St Paul’s Bay, original creation of Adonai Camilleri Cauchi, will be inaugurated by parish priest Joseph Mamo during Mass today, eve of the feast of Our Lady of Sorrows.
The paintings depict the dominating figures of Aaron, King David, John the Baptist and St Paul representing the priesthood, praise to the Lord, Baptism and the Word of God, respectively.
The wooden frames were made by Charlie Zarb, carvings by Clive Busuttil while guilding is by Jason Farrugia.
The design of the frames is by Camilleri Cauchi himself.
Newspaper reports:
Croatian Herald Melbourne
Croatian Herald Melbourne
Il Globo Newspaper Melbourne
FLAG OF THE CONFRATERNITY OF THE KNIGHTS OF ST. PETER & ST. PAUL IN NADUR. GOZO.
23 June, 2021
The flag of the Confraternity flies on the rooftop facing the Basilica of St. Peter and St. Paul.
Thanks to Chevalier Monsignor Salv Pace for accepting our request to fly the flag on his house.
God bless the Confraternity of St. Peter & St. Paul.
Thanks to Chancellor Chevalier Joseph Louis Meilak for making our dream come true. Thanks to those who donated money to the flag.
Viva St. Peter and St. Paul.
Watch video here: https://youtu.be/fpP7aekOXAk
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The flag of the Confraternity is next to the American flag.
23 June, 2021
The flag of the Confraternity flies on the rooftop facing the Basilica of St. Peter and St. Paul.
Thanks to Chevalier Monsignor Salv Pace for accepting our request to fly the flag on his house.
God bless the Confraternity of St. Peter & St. Paul.
Thanks to Chancellor Chevalier Joseph Louis Meilak for making our dream come true. Thanks to those who donated money to the flag.
Viva St. Peter and St. Paul.
Watch video here: https://youtu.be/fpP7aekOXAk
Watch video here: https://youtu.be/AiE10XHpEvE
The flag of the Confraternity is next to the American flag.
Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul
Grand Chapter of Malta
20 June, 2021.
The Chancellor of the Grand Chapter of Malta Chevalier Joseph Louis Meilak met with His Eminence Cardinal Mario Grech at the Shrine of Our Lady of Ta' Pinu in Gozo.
Certificate from the Royal Children's Hospital Good Friday Appeal
Melbourne - Australia
The Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul in Melbourne donated a nice sum of money to the Royal Children's Hospital Good Friday Appeal.
Thank you to all those who support our Confraternity.
The Grand Master and the Supreme Council.
Coming soon the Feast of St. Peter and St. Paul
29 June, 2021
St. Peter and St. Paul pray for us.
Painting in the Basilica of St. Peter and St. Paul in Nadur, Gozo.
29 June, 2021
St. Peter and St. Paul pray for us.
Painting in the Basilica of St. Peter and St. Paul in Nadur, Gozo.
Feast of the Holy Trinity
Blessings of the Lord.
This Sunday the Church is celebrating the feast of the Holy Trinity. The Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit.
Trinity Sunday is the first Sunday after Pentecost in the Western Christian liturgical calendar, and the Sunday of Pentecost in Eastern Christianity.
Trinity Sunday celebrates the Christian doctrine of the Trinity, the three Persons of God: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.
Blessings of the Lord.
This Sunday the Church is celebrating the feast of the Holy Trinity. The Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit.
Trinity Sunday is the first Sunday after Pentecost in the Western Christian liturgical calendar, and the Sunday of Pentecost in Eastern Christianity.
Trinity Sunday celebrates the Christian doctrine of the Trinity, the three Persons of God: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.
New Knights in the Philippines
Friday, 28 May, 2021.
The Grand Master of the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul His Excellency Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli appointed two more knights to the Grand Chapter of the Philippines.
Chevalier Carlo Oliver Olayta and Chevalier Adrian Tambuat were nominated by Chevalier Rommel Lopez.
Congratulations to the two new knights.
Friday, 28 May, 2021.
The Grand Master of the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul His Excellency Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli appointed two more knights to the Grand Chapter of the Philippines.
Chevalier Carlo Oliver Olayta and Chevalier Adrian Tambuat were nominated by Chevalier Rommel Lopez.
Congratulations to the two new knights.
Grand Chapter of The Philippines
New Knight
Tuesday 25 May, 2021.
Yesterday the Supreme Council accepted a request by Rommel Lopez of the Philippines to join the Confraternity.
Knight Rommel Lopez has the credentials to become a fine leader of the Confraternity.
This is what he said after his election:
I would like to contribute my talents and energies to help promote the advocacies of the Confraternity here in the Philippines and the rest of the world, seeing that charitable giving is much needed now more than ever amid the pandemic.
I hope to recruit more young members here in my parish and eventually in the Philippines.
And to help the entire Confraternity be better known in cyberspace.
Congratulations.
The Supreme Council of the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul
HAPPY PENTECOST SUNDAY
Dear Confreres and Friends of the Confraternity,
Fraternal greetings everyone.
Today we are celebrating the Solemnity of Pentecost Sunday, so I take this lovely opportunity to wish you all the Blessings of the Holy Spirit.
May the Holy Spirit descend on us to help us with our mission to continue with our work to help those in need.
I wish you all a very Happy Pentecost Sunday.
God bless you all.
With every good wish.
Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli
Grand Master
CKSPP
Melbourne. Australia.
Dear Confreres and Friends of the Confraternity,
Fraternal greetings everyone.
Today we are celebrating the Solemnity of Pentecost Sunday, so I take this lovely opportunity to wish you all the Blessings of the Holy Spirit.
May the Holy Spirit descend on us to help us with our mission to continue with our work to help those in need.
I wish you all a very Happy Pentecost Sunday.
God bless you all.
With every good wish.
Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli
Grand Master
CKSPP
Melbourne. Australia.
Solemnity of the Ascension of Our Lord
Sunday 16 May, 2021.
Have a blessed day.
2021 Zayed Award for Human Fraternity
A part of the celebrations for the International Day of Human Fraternity is the presentation of the 2021 Zayed Award for Human Fraternity to UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, and Moroccan-French activist, Latifa Ibn Ziaten.
Addressing the UN Secretary-General, Pope Francis congratulated him for the award and expressed gratitude for his efforts towards promoting peace “that will only be achieved with a fraternal heart.”
Directing his attention towards the second 2021 Zayed Award honoree, Latifa Ibn Ziaten, the Pope acknowledged her inspiring testimony of painfully losing a child yet channeling her pain towards fostering love and fraternity.
“Yes, sister, your words are not hearsay or a conventional ‘we are all brothers’: they are a conviction. A conviction embodied in pain, in your wounds,” the Pope said.
“Thank you for your testimony," said Pope Francis. "And thank you for being the mother of your son, of so many boys and girls, for being the mother today of this humanity that is listening to you and learns from you: either the path of fraternity, of brotherhood, or we lose everything.
International Day of Human Fraternity
Pope Francis on Human Fraternity: We are all born of the same Father.
Pope Francis marked the first-ever International Day of Human Fraternity on Thursday, in a virtual event hosted by Crown Prince HRH Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed in Abu Dhabi, with the participation of the Grand Imam of Al-Azhar, Ahmad Al-Tayyeb, UN Secretary-General António Guterres, and other personalities.
Royal Melbourne Children's Hospital Good Friday Appeal 2021
The Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul donated $1200 to the Good Friday Appeal.
The Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul donated $1200 to the Good Friday Appeal.
HAPPY EASTER SUNDAY
The Lord is Risen
Blessings of the Lord.
The Resurrection in Matthew 28
The resurrection of Jesus Christ is the foundation of the Christian faith. Without the resurrection, the belief in God's saving grace and mercy through Jesus is void. When Jesus rose from the dead, he proved his divinity as the Son of God and his works of atonement, redemption, reconciliation, and salvation. The resurrection was a real, physical raising of Jesus’ body from the dead.
Jesus was arrested, tried and found guilty of claiming to be a king. His body was hung on a cross between two thieves. After his death, Jesus’ body was wrapped in linen cloths and placed in a tomb with a large stone rolled across the opening. On the third day, an early Sunday morning, Mary Magdalene and another Mary came to the tomb and found it empty. Sitting on the rolled away stone was an angel of the Lord who told them to not be afraid because Jesus had risen. As the women left to tell the disciples, Jesus Christ met them and showed them his nail-pierced hands.
After the sadness of the suffering and dead of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Ressurrection brings joy and hope of salvation.
My wife Dame Mary and I wish you all a very Happy and Wonderful Easter.
With every good wish.
Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli
Grand Master
CKSPP
Remembering the passion and death of our Lord Jesus Christ
REFLECTION ON PALM SUNDAY
By Chevalier Rev. Fr. Antonio Manuel Martins
Chaplain of the Confraternity
Grand Chapter of Portugal
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New nominations for knighthood
Last night, the Supreme Council has accepted the nominations of four candidates to join the Confraternity.
The investiture ceremony will take place during the feast of St. Peter and Paul in June.
The candidates are, Dr. Mark Hobart - Medical Practitioner, Alexander McPherson student at the Australian Catholic University of Melbourne, Rev. Fr. Joseph Sikwese - Chancellor, Diocese of Karonga, Malawi and Pio Dalli a choir singer in many choirs in Malta.
Congratulations to all the new candidates.
Dr. Mark Hobart Alexander McPherson Rev. Fr. Joseph Sikwese Pio Dalli
Melbourne - Australia Melbourne - Australia Malawi - Africa Malta
Melbourne - Australia Melbourne - Australia Malawi - Africa Malta
Chevalier Guzi Zerafa passes away
The Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul is saddened by the death of Chevalier Guzi Zerafa of Nadur, Gozo, Malta.
A school teacher, a school headmaster, a diplomat, served on many committees, founding member of several clubs and Town Councillor.
In the year 2000 he was one of the first knights to be invested in the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul in the Grand Chapter of Malta.
Recently he was appointed Honorary Chancellor.
Condolences to his wife and family.
Rest in peace Chevalier Guzi Zerafa.
Photo Mario Saliba 14.12.2012.
The Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul is saddened by the death of Chevalier Guzi Zerafa of Nadur, Gozo, Malta.
A school teacher, a school headmaster, a diplomat, served on many committees, founding member of several clubs and Town Councillor.
In the year 2000 he was one of the first knights to be invested in the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul in the Grand Chapter of Malta.
Recently he was appointed Honorary Chancellor.
Condolences to his wife and family.
Rest in peace Chevalier Guzi Zerafa.
Photo Mario Saliba 14.12.2012.
Pope Francis dedicated the year to St. Joseph
Husband of Mary and earthly father of Jesus Christ.
8 December 2020 until 8 December 2021
Husband of Mary and earthly father of Jesus Christ.
8 December 2020 until 8 December 2021
KNIGHTS OF ST. PETER & ST. PAUL
550 YEARS OF HISTORY 1471 - 2021
In 1471 Pope Paul II conferred the first investitures of "Knights of St. Peter" or “Cavaliere di San Pietro”, which was an honorific title conferred by the Holy See. This honorary chivalrous investiture from the Holy See is sometimes called the "Speron d’Oro", quite distinct from the Cavalry Knighthoods conferred by various Sovereigns.
Pope Leo 10.
The Order of the Knights of St. Peter's was made up of 401 men chosen from among the best and most faithful collaborators of the Pope and of the Church.
The Order was given the task of managing the administrative affairs of the Apostolic Camera , and to ensure a body of knights to defend the safety of the person of the Pope and of the same hospitals , used on various sectors of necessity of war.
Pope Clement VII , born Giulio de 'Medici , the successor of Pope Leo X in 1522 , confirming this Order with a further Bull issued in October of 1526 , published at the Chancery of the Pontifical January 3, 1527 .
Pope Paul III
Pope Paul III reaffirmed the Board of the Knights of St. Peter ( Papal Bull of 26 February 1534 , published in the Papal Chancellery on 20 December 1535 ) with the same forms , methods and content produced by Pope Leo X. He did , however, most , wanted to not duplicate such an order creating another mirror under the name of the College of the Knights of St. Paul, by a Bull of 25 June 1540 , which saw the publication in the Papal Chancellery July 19, 1541 .
Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli
Grand Master
CKSPP
550 YEARS OF HISTORY 1471 - 2021
In 1471 Pope Paul II conferred the first investitures of "Knights of St. Peter" or “Cavaliere di San Pietro”, which was an honorific title conferred by the Holy See. This honorary chivalrous investiture from the Holy See is sometimes called the "Speron d’Oro", quite distinct from the Cavalry Knighthoods conferred by various Sovereigns.
Pope Leo 10.
The Order of the Knights of St. Peter's was made up of 401 men chosen from among the best and most faithful collaborators of the Pope and of the Church.
The Order was given the task of managing the administrative affairs of the Apostolic Camera , and to ensure a body of knights to defend the safety of the person of the Pope and of the same hospitals , used on various sectors of necessity of war.
Pope Clement VII , born Giulio de 'Medici , the successor of Pope Leo X in 1522 , confirming this Order with a further Bull issued in October of 1526 , published at the Chancery of the Pontifical January 3, 1527 .
Pope Paul III
Pope Paul III reaffirmed the Board of the Knights of St. Peter ( Papal Bull of 26 February 1534 , published in the Papal Chancellery on 20 December 1535 ) with the same forms , methods and content produced by Pope Leo X. He did , however, most , wanted to not duplicate such an order creating another mirror under the name of the College of the Knights of St. Paul, by a Bull of 25 June 1540 , which saw the publication in the Papal Chancellery July 19, 1541 .
Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli
Grand Master
CKSPP
MONTH AND YEAR OF ST. JOSEPH
By Chevalier Rev. Fr. Manuel Martins, CM
Chaplain
Grand Chapter of Portugal
"The third is for good," says our people, and there is an intrinsic reason for the truth of this statement. I took this company to write to you twice, but this third one was for good. This is because I doubted the theme I would choose for reflection, if the pandemic moment, if the Lent, if the response ("resilience") that we should give to the pandemic... and isn't that I've decided with and for St. Joseph?
During this Lent we are invited by Pope Francis to follow Jesus on the way to Jerusalém to experience the joy of the Easter of the Resurrection, the basis of our hope. At a time when we have not been spared suffering, fear, uncertainty about the future and death of loved ones, the start of the vaccination plan begins to allow us to see the light at the end of the tunnel and start a more serene life again, but... there is no salvation. Starting from the experience of the Father's merciful love, we are invited to the sincere conversion of our minds and hearts. This stems from hearing and welcoming the Good News of Jesus Death and Resurrection as a Mystery of Love, thanks to which we have been given God's mercy.
Lent is a good time to renew the virtues of faith, hope and charity which are three closely united aspects which, starting from God's desire inscribed in the heart of man, express the spiritual life of the Christian, who responds freely to grace and who, in Jesus Christ, fulfills the divine promise. The relationship between the three theological virtues is grasped by Charles Péguy in a poetic way: Faith is compared to a faithful bride, Charity to an older sister, the Hope, "a girl out of nowhere" who walks among them and "leads and guides her older sisters".
And this is how I introduce St. Joseph, man and the Saint of our subject of reflection: The "unobserved man" who welcomes the mystery and puts himself to his service by remaining "decentralized", is also the solver of impossible things and in “Patris Corde”, the Pope describes the many qualities that make Joseph a true father and husband, the husband who "welcomes Mary without preconditions" and the man in whom "Jesus saw the tenderness of God"
From St. Joseph, written in the gospels, little is known, because the evangelists had another great object in mind: the proclamation of “kerigma”. However, writing little, there is much between the lines that give us an additional knowledge of the man chosen by God as the spouse of the Virgin Mary, father who gives name and Davidic ancestry to Jesus and guard and protector of the life of “the Child and his Mother”. These between the lines are constructed by three important vectors: the mentality (customs) of the environment and social of the Middle East, the apocryphal writings and the ancestral wisdom of the oral tradition.
By Chevalier Rev. Fr. Manuel Martins, CM
Chaplain
Grand Chapter of Portugal
"The third is for good," says our people, and there is an intrinsic reason for the truth of this statement. I took this company to write to you twice, but this third one was for good. This is because I doubted the theme I would choose for reflection, if the pandemic moment, if the Lent, if the response ("resilience") that we should give to the pandemic... and isn't that I've decided with and for St. Joseph?
During this Lent we are invited by Pope Francis to follow Jesus on the way to Jerusalém to experience the joy of the Easter of the Resurrection, the basis of our hope. At a time when we have not been spared suffering, fear, uncertainty about the future and death of loved ones, the start of the vaccination plan begins to allow us to see the light at the end of the tunnel and start a more serene life again, but... there is no salvation. Starting from the experience of the Father's merciful love, we are invited to the sincere conversion of our minds and hearts. This stems from hearing and welcoming the Good News of Jesus Death and Resurrection as a Mystery of Love, thanks to which we have been given God's mercy.
Lent is a good time to renew the virtues of faith, hope and charity which are three closely united aspects which, starting from God's desire inscribed in the heart of man, express the spiritual life of the Christian, who responds freely to grace and who, in Jesus Christ, fulfills the divine promise. The relationship between the three theological virtues is grasped by Charles Péguy in a poetic way: Faith is compared to a faithful bride, Charity to an older sister, the Hope, "a girl out of nowhere" who walks among them and "leads and guides her older sisters".
And this is how I introduce St. Joseph, man and the Saint of our subject of reflection: The "unobserved man" who welcomes the mystery and puts himself to his service by remaining "decentralized", is also the solver of impossible things and in “Patris Corde”, the Pope describes the many qualities that make Joseph a true father and husband, the husband who "welcomes Mary without preconditions" and the man in whom "Jesus saw the tenderness of God"
From St. Joseph, written in the gospels, little is known, because the evangelists had another great object in mind: the proclamation of “kerigma”. However, writing little, there is much between the lines that give us an additional knowledge of the man chosen by God as the spouse of the Virgin Mary, father who gives name and Davidic ancestry to Jesus and guard and protector of the life of “the Child and his Mother”. These between the lines are constructed by three important vectors: the mentality (customs) of the environment and social of the Middle East, the apocryphal writings and the ancestral wisdom of the oral tradition.
However, if we know little, much we can learn: imitate your life and example.
There is an author of the sixteenth century, (today brought to the spotlight by a book that collects his teachings from four years (1628-1631), in Rouen in third year Novitiate of jesuits fathers), Father Louis Lalemant, French Jesuit who having chosen St. Joseph as a model of interior life, practiced every day in his honor the following exercises: two in the morning and two in the afternoon:
1. Listen to the Holy Spirit - The first was to raise his mind to the heart of St. Joseph and consider how docile he had been to the inspirations of the Holy Spirit. Then the Father examined his own heart, humbled himself by times of resistance and encouraged himself to follow more faithfully the inspirations of grace.
2. Unity of prayer and work - The second was to consider the perfection with which St. Joseph united inner life with occupations. Then, reflecting on his own life, the priest examined whether there were any defects to correct. Father Lalemant achieved, through this sacred practice, a great union with God and he knew how to preserve it in the midst of the occupations that seemed the most disturbing.
3. Devotion to Mary Most Holy - The third exercise was to join spiritually St. Joseph as the spouse of the Mother of God and, considering the blessed thoughts that the saint had about Mary's virginity and motherhood, the priest was encouraged to love this holy patriarch.
4. Adoration of the Child Jesus - Finally, the fourth exercise was to represent for himself the profound adoration and paternal help that St. Joseph gave to the Child Jesus. The priest asked permission to join him in the worship, love and service of this Divine Child with the most suitable affection and with the deepest veneration.
Here is a beautiful example to follow, for the thoughts of great men stand the other hand and much can teach us. Since the action of Pius IX on the day of the Immaculate Conception in 1870, proclaiming Saint Joseph the patron saint of the universal Church, the Popes have always had a close connection to St. Joseph and coincidentally or not, although they cannot choose the name “Joseph" for Pope, they had Joseph in their name: Pius X (Joseph Sarto), John XXIII (Angelo José Roncalli), John Paul II (Karol Józef Wojtyła), Benedict XVI (Joseph Ratzinger) and Pope Francis began their ministry on 19 March. On 1 May 1955, Pope Pius XII instituted the liturgical feast of St. Joseph the Worker. John XXIII himself, wanting to entrust the Second Vatican Council to the "father" ground of Jesus, wrote in 1961 the Apostolic Letter “Le Voci”, in which he made a kind of summary of the devotion to St. Joseph nourished by his predecessors. And Pope Francis, who affirmed the wish of Benedict XVI, on May 1, 2013 decreed the addition of the name of St. Joseph, Spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary, in the Eucharistic Prayers.
Let us all make the most of this year dedicated to St. Joseph and learn to entrust all our great concerns, desires and longings to him.
There is an author of the sixteenth century, (today brought to the spotlight by a book that collects his teachings from four years (1628-1631), in Rouen in third year Novitiate of jesuits fathers), Father Louis Lalemant, French Jesuit who having chosen St. Joseph as a model of interior life, practiced every day in his honor the following exercises: two in the morning and two in the afternoon:
1. Listen to the Holy Spirit - The first was to raise his mind to the heart of St. Joseph and consider how docile he had been to the inspirations of the Holy Spirit. Then the Father examined his own heart, humbled himself by times of resistance and encouraged himself to follow more faithfully the inspirations of grace.
2. Unity of prayer and work - The second was to consider the perfection with which St. Joseph united inner life with occupations. Then, reflecting on his own life, the priest examined whether there were any defects to correct. Father Lalemant achieved, through this sacred practice, a great union with God and he knew how to preserve it in the midst of the occupations that seemed the most disturbing.
3. Devotion to Mary Most Holy - The third exercise was to join spiritually St. Joseph as the spouse of the Mother of God and, considering the blessed thoughts that the saint had about Mary's virginity and motherhood, the priest was encouraged to love this holy patriarch.
4. Adoration of the Child Jesus - Finally, the fourth exercise was to represent for himself the profound adoration and paternal help that St. Joseph gave to the Child Jesus. The priest asked permission to join him in the worship, love and service of this Divine Child with the most suitable affection and with the deepest veneration.
Here is a beautiful example to follow, for the thoughts of great men stand the other hand and much can teach us. Since the action of Pius IX on the day of the Immaculate Conception in 1870, proclaiming Saint Joseph the patron saint of the universal Church, the Popes have always had a close connection to St. Joseph and coincidentally or not, although they cannot choose the name “Joseph" for Pope, they had Joseph in their name: Pius X (Joseph Sarto), John XXIII (Angelo José Roncalli), John Paul II (Karol Józef Wojtyła), Benedict XVI (Joseph Ratzinger) and Pope Francis began their ministry on 19 March. On 1 May 1955, Pope Pius XII instituted the liturgical feast of St. Joseph the Worker. John XXIII himself, wanting to entrust the Second Vatican Council to the "father" ground of Jesus, wrote in 1961 the Apostolic Letter “Le Voci”, in which he made a kind of summary of the devotion to St. Joseph nourished by his predecessors. And Pope Francis, who affirmed the wish of Benedict XVI, on May 1, 2013 decreed the addition of the name of St. Joseph, Spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary, in the Eucharistic Prayers.
Let us all make the most of this year dedicated to St. Joseph and learn to entrust all our great concerns, desires and longings to him.
Feast of the Chair of Saint Peter
22 February.
The Chair of Saint Peter, also known as the Throne of Saint Peter, is a relic conserved in St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City, the sovereign enclave of the Pope inside Rome, Italy.
The relic is a wooden throne that tradition claims the Apostle Saint Peter, the leader of the Early Christians in Rome and first Pope, used as Bishop of Rome.
The relic is enclosed in a sculpted gilt bronze casing designed by Gian Lorenzo Bernini and executed between 1647 and 1653. In 2012, Pope Benedict XVI described the chair as "a symbol of the special mission of Peter and his Successors to tend Christ’s flock, keeping it united in faith and in charity."
22 February.
The Chair of Saint Peter, also known as the Throne of Saint Peter, is a relic conserved in St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City, the sovereign enclave of the Pope inside Rome, Italy.
The relic is a wooden throne that tradition claims the Apostle Saint Peter, the leader of the Early Christians in Rome and first Pope, used as Bishop of Rome.
The relic is enclosed in a sculpted gilt bronze casing designed by Gian Lorenzo Bernini and executed between 1647 and 1653. In 2012, Pope Benedict XVI described the chair as "a symbol of the special mission of Peter and his Successors to tend Christ’s flock, keeping it united in faith and in charity."
Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul
Grand Chapter of Malta
Office in Nadur. Gozo.
10 February, 2021.
The Grand Chapter had its investiture ceremony on the feast of St. Paul's Shipwreck on Malta.
The investiture was held at the Office of the Confraternity in " Dar l-Imnarja" in December 13, Street. Nadur, Gozo.
Because of the pandemic the number of guests were limited to a few people.
The ceremony was presided by Chevalier Joseph Louis Meilak with the assistance of Chevalier Carmel Saliba and Chevalier Eddie Vella.
The candidates Jean Paul Portelli, James Buttigieg and Matthias Mercieca took the oath of a knight to serve God and His people.
Certificates were presented to the new knights.
Afterwards a donation was presented to Fr. Dr. Raymond Portelli to aid his mission in Peru.
Photo from left. Chev. Eddie Vella, Chev. Jean Paul Portelli, Chev. Joseph Louis Meilak, Chev. Carmel Saliba, Chev. James Buttigieg and Chev. Matthias Mercieca.
Congratulations to you all.
God bless.
The Supreme Council
Chev. Peter Paul Portelli
Grand Master
CKSPP
Seat in Melbourne. Australia.
Donation to the mission of St. Martin de Porres in Iquitos, Peru
Grand Chapter of Malta
" Dar l-Imnarja"
Nadur. Gozo.
10 February, 2021.
The Grand Chapter of Malta donated a sum of money to the aid of missionary Fr. Dr. Raymond Portelli who is currently in Gozo, to his mission in Peru to fight against COVID-19.
Well done to the knights and dames of Malta.
Photo from left: Chev. Joseph Louis Meilak - Chancellor, Fr. Dr. Raymond Portelli and Chev. Carmel Saliba - Secretary/PRO.
Grand Chapter of Malta
" Dar l-Imnarja"
Nadur. Gozo.
10 February, 2021.
The Grand Chapter of Malta donated a sum of money to the aid of missionary Fr. Dr. Raymond Portelli who is currently in Gozo, to his mission in Peru to fight against COVID-19.
Well done to the knights and dames of Malta.
Photo from left: Chev. Joseph Louis Meilak - Chancellor, Fr. Dr. Raymond Portelli and Chev. Carmel Saliba - Secretary/PRO.
Feast of St. Paul's Shipwreck in Malta
10 February 60 AD.
Today is a great day for the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul.
Today an investiture of three candidates is taking place in our Grand Chapter of Nadur, Gozo, Malta and a new treaty of alliance is signed by the Parish of St. Spyridon Russian Orthodox Church in Union with Old Rome.
Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul
Investiture of new knights
Headquarters: "Dar l-Imnarja"
13th December Street, Nadur.
On Wednesday 10th February, feast of St. Paul's Shipwreck in Malta, the Confraternity of the Knights of St Peter & St Paul will be having an investiture ceremony of three new candidates: Jean Paul Portelli, Matthias Mercieca and James Buttigieg.
The ceremony is taking place at the headquarters in Nadur.
Jean Paul was nominated for his contribution to the local government and " Ghaqda Hbieb tal-Presepju", Matthias Mercieca was nominated for his contribution to the stage acting and James Buttigieg for his contribution to the Mnarja Philharmonic Society.
Chevalier Joseph Louis Meilak Chevalier Carmel Saliba
Chancellor/President Secretary/PRO
CKSPP Malta
Investiture of new knights
Headquarters: "Dar l-Imnarja"
13th December Street, Nadur.
On Wednesday 10th February, feast of St. Paul's Shipwreck in Malta, the Confraternity of the Knights of St Peter & St Paul will be having an investiture ceremony of three new candidates: Jean Paul Portelli, Matthias Mercieca and James Buttigieg.
The ceremony is taking place at the headquarters in Nadur.
Jean Paul was nominated for his contribution to the local government and " Ghaqda Hbieb tal-Presepju", Matthias Mercieca was nominated for his contribution to the stage acting and James Buttigieg for his contribution to the Mnarja Philharmonic Society.
Chevalier Joseph Louis Meilak Chevalier Carmel Saliba
Chancellor/President Secretary/PRO
CKSPP Malta
Treaty of Friendship and Collaboration
Yesterday, the Supreme Council of the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul agreed to establish an Alliance of Friendship with one of the oldest and largest chivalric order of knights, the Sovereign Military Order of the Temple of Jerusalem.
The purpose of the alliance is to share ideas and participate together in ceremonies and public meetings when it is possible.
http://www.cavalieritemplariosmth.it/trattato-cavalieri-di-san-pietro-e-san-paolo/
13 Christians killed every day in the world
because of their faith
- By Monique Agius
January 17, 2021
Every day, 13 Christians worldwide are killed because of their faith, 12 churches or Christian buildings are attacked and 12 Christians are unjustly arrested or imprisoned, while another 5 are abducted.
This is according to the 2021 World Watch List annual report produced by Open Doors, a non-profit organization that chronicles persecution against Christians, guides prayers and shows persecuted believers that they are not forgotten.
According to this statistic, one in every eight Christians around the world is facing persecution.
The word ‘Christian’ refers to all those who believe in Christ and includes Catholic, Anglican and Orthodox.
This year, the top 10 worst persecutors are relatively unchanged. After North Korea is Afghanistan, followed by Somalia, Libya, Pakistan, Eritrea, Yemen, Iran, Nigeria and India.
For the first time in six years, Sudan is no longer with the top ten list after abolishing the death penalty for apostasy ad guaranteeing freedom of religion in its new Constitution after three decades of Islamic Law. Yet, it remains in the thirteenth spot.
An increase in persecution against ChristiansOpen Doors researchers noted that Muslims who convert to Christianity are still at risk. They face discrimination and attacks from their own family members and communities while Christian woman face sexual violence.
India remains in the top 10 for the third year in a row because “it continues to see an increase in violence against religious minorities due to government sanctioned Hindu extremism.”
The report says there are 309 million Christians living in places with “very high” or “extreme” levels of persecution. That’s up 260 million from those accounted for in 2019.
The report also says another 31 million Christians could be added from the 24 nations that fall just outside the top 50 – such as Cuba and Sri Lanka.
Covid-19 acting as a catalystAccording to the report, coronavirus acted as a catalyst for religious persecution through relief discrimination, forced conversions, and as justification for increasing surveillance and censorship.
Another factor contributing to persecution of Christians worldwide is the increase of more extremist attacks throughout Sub-Saharan Africa, from Nigeria and Cameroon to Burkina Faso, and Mali among other countries.
New Year's Message from the Grand Master
His Excellency Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli
Dear Confreres and Friends of the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul,
Greetings.
The Lord be with you.
Today we are starting a new year, I hope that it will be a much better year. A year of Hope, Peace and good Health to all.
May the New Year bring you an abundance of amazing opportunities, beautiful moments and joyful experiences.
May your positive actions and attitudes inspire others.
May you be brave enough to take on and overcome rewarding challenges.
May you find yourself in high spirits and excellent health.
May you love with all your heart and find peace in even the most turbulent of times.
May the love you give always find its way back to you multiplied.
And may you forever be filled with the hope and strength necessary to make your dreams a reality.
My wife Dame Mary Portelli and I wish you all a very Happy New Year with blessings of the Lord God.
Yours Sincerely.
Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli
Grand Master
CKSPP
Melbourne. Australia.
His Excellency Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli
Dear Confreres and Friends of the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul,
Greetings.
The Lord be with you.
Today we are starting a new year, I hope that it will be a much better year. A year of Hope, Peace and good Health to all.
May the New Year bring you an abundance of amazing opportunities, beautiful moments and joyful experiences.
May your positive actions and attitudes inspire others.
May you be brave enough to take on and overcome rewarding challenges.
May you find yourself in high spirits and excellent health.
May you love with all your heart and find peace in even the most turbulent of times.
May the love you give always find its way back to you multiplied.
And may you forever be filled with the hope and strength necessary to make your dreams a reality.
My wife Dame Mary Portelli and I wish you all a very Happy New Year with blessings of the Lord God.
Yours Sincerely.
Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli
Grand Master
CKSPP
Melbourne. Australia.
Happy and Holy Christmas to all the visitors on this site
Buon e Santo Natale a tutti i visitatori di questo sito - Frohe und Heilige Weihnachten an alle Besucher dieser Seite - Il-Milied it-tajjeb u Imqaddes lill-viżitaturi kollha fuq dan is-sit - Feliz e Santo Natal a todos os visitantes deste site - Feliz y Santa Navidad a todos los visitantes en este sitio - Усіх наведвальнікаў гэтага сайта са святам Божага Нараджэння
Christmas Message from His Eminence Cardinal Mario Grech
Secretary General of the synod of bishops
Dear friend Grand Master Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli
Thanks for your Christmas greeting which I reciprocate to you, your family and the members of your Confraternity. I invite you to prepare a place for Jesus at your home because He wants to dwell with you to make you experience the gifts of love, peace and hope. As the Holy Father reminded us this morning when we met for the traditional Christmas meeting with him, "the birth of Jesus of Nazareth is the mystery of a birth which reminds us that men, though they must die, are not born in order to die, but in order to begin”.
I really appreciate all do for the poor and I strongly encourage you to continue to help them. This morning Pope Francis also underlined that "they alone truly know God who welcome the poor, who come from below in their misery, yet as such are sent from on high. We cannot see God’s face, but we can experience it in his turning towards us whenever we show respect for our neighbour, for others who cry out to us in their need.[5] For the poor, who are the centre of the Gospel".
God bless you
Cardinal Mario Grech
Message from the Grand Master Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli
Melbourne. Australia.
Dear Confreres and Friends of the Confraternity
Christmas brings a sense of joy to us Christians, a new beginning, the birth of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. No other celebration brings so much joy and demands so many preparations than Christmas.
There is that feeling wherever you go, that this is a special time of the year. Christmas is a time for giving and sharing. The three wise men travelled a long way to give presents to baby Jesus.
We as Christians and as knights and dames, this is the time of the year that we should give to those who are less fortunate, especially the poor. In the meeting of November, the Supreme Council, decided to donate money to buy a bed in a local hospital and in Germany, Dame Gabriele presented a donation to the Tafel Bad Dürkheim, € 400 well done. May next year will be a better one, where we can raise money to help those in need.
I take this occasion to wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy and Safe New Year. May the Lord Jesus bestow his blessings on us to continue our mission to serve Him and His people.
Warm regards to all.
Message from Chevalier the Rev. Fr. Francis Xavier Buhagiar PE
Chaplain of the Confraternity in Melbourne.
Reflection “At Christmas we feel that God is very close to us and very loving towards us .At the same time we feel a closeness to one another. All this happens because God’s Son, the Child of Bethlehem, becomes one of us.
The Child Jesus, has brought God near to us , and brought us near one another. We hear these wonderful words at the Mid-Night Mass “ Jesus you are the Word made Flesh and Splendor of the Father “
Dear Friends, we have been through a lot of Challenges this year 2020 because of the Pandemic Covid-19. A very tiny droplet which cannot be seen with our naked eye, but it has created mountains of human, social and economic disasters. We came to the realization how fragile our situations can be. Everything is changing and we have come to realize that we need to have something or someone we can anchor our hope into.
As I wrote at the beginning of my reflection, God has volunteered to be our anchor through the Child of Bethlehem in our daily lives, if only we are willing to let him in. Let us fix our Hope into Christ and cherish the serenity and peace that he gives to those men, women, young people and children of good will, who welcome him in their hearts.
We all look forward to being able to catch up more often during the coming New Year 2021.
Pope Francis recalls the 150thanniversary of the declaration of Saint Joseph as Patron of the Universal Church . To mark this very special occasion he has proclaimed a YEAR OF STAINT JOSEPH “ from 8th December 2020 to 8th December 2021. I would like to print this prayer of Saint Joseph . As you pray daily this prayer , please remember all the Doctors, Nurses and Care Givers who answered the call to serve the sick and the dying during this pandemic.
YEAR OF SAINT JOSEPH
(8.12.2020 to 8.12.2021)
Hail ,Guardian of the Redeemer,
Spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
To you God entrusted his only son;
In you Mary placed her trust;
With you, Christ became man.
Blessed Joseph, to us too,
show yourself a Father
and guide us in the path of life.
Obtain for us grace, mercy and courage ,
And defend us from every evil. Amen.
I wish you all, dear friends a Peace-Filled Christmas and a Blessed New Year 2021 .
Chaplain of the Confraternity in Melbourne.
Reflection “At Christmas we feel that God is very close to us and very loving towards us .At the same time we feel a closeness to one another. All this happens because God’s Son, the Child of Bethlehem, becomes one of us.
The Child Jesus, has brought God near to us , and brought us near one another. We hear these wonderful words at the Mid-Night Mass “ Jesus you are the Word made Flesh and Splendor of the Father “
Dear Friends, we have been through a lot of Challenges this year 2020 because of the Pandemic Covid-19. A very tiny droplet which cannot be seen with our naked eye, but it has created mountains of human, social and economic disasters. We came to the realization how fragile our situations can be. Everything is changing and we have come to realize that we need to have something or someone we can anchor our hope into.
As I wrote at the beginning of my reflection, God has volunteered to be our anchor through the Child of Bethlehem in our daily lives, if only we are willing to let him in. Let us fix our Hope into Christ and cherish the serenity and peace that he gives to those men, women, young people and children of good will, who welcome him in their hearts.
We all look forward to being able to catch up more often during the coming New Year 2021.
Pope Francis recalls the 150thanniversary of the declaration of Saint Joseph as Patron of the Universal Church . To mark this very special occasion he has proclaimed a YEAR OF STAINT JOSEPH “ from 8th December 2020 to 8th December 2021. I would like to print this prayer of Saint Joseph . As you pray daily this prayer , please remember all the Doctors, Nurses and Care Givers who answered the call to serve the sick and the dying during this pandemic.
YEAR OF SAINT JOSEPH
(8.12.2020 to 8.12.2021)
Hail ,Guardian of the Redeemer,
Spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
To you God entrusted his only son;
In you Mary placed her trust;
With you, Christ became man.
Blessed Joseph, to us too,
show yourself a Father
and guide us in the path of life.
Obtain for us grace, mercy and courage ,
And defend us from every evil. Amen.
I wish you all, dear friends a Peace-Filled Christmas and a Blessed New Year 2021 .
Message from Chevalier the Rev. Fr. Antonio Manuel Martins
Chaplain of the Confraternity in Portugal
Dear Confreres and Friends of the Confraternity A few days before Christmas, we are invited to reflect, to worship silence and joy. This is an atypical year in which the world is struggling with this pandemic virus.
Everyone will remember this year. Unfortunately, the Pandemic is not the only scourge we have had to face. Alongside the loss of many confreres, family, and friends, we have seen many of our families and the people with whom we work now looking for ways to tackle poverty. We should highlight the beautiful gestures of solidarity and mutual help.
God's best gift for each one of us and for all humanity is his Son: "a Child was born to us, a son was given to us" (Is 9,6). Let him be born and reign in our hearts Let us proclaim and announce that He is our Hope and our Salvation.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year 2021
Chaplain of the Confraternity in Portugal
Dear Confreres and Friends of the Confraternity A few days before Christmas, we are invited to reflect, to worship silence and joy. This is an atypical year in which the world is struggling with this pandemic virus.
Everyone will remember this year. Unfortunately, the Pandemic is not the only scourge we have had to face. Alongside the loss of many confreres, family, and friends, we have seen many of our families and the people with whom we work now looking for ways to tackle poverty. We should highlight the beautiful gestures of solidarity and mutual help.
God's best gift for each one of us and for all humanity is his Son: "a Child was born to us, a son was given to us" (Is 9,6). Let him be born and reign in our hearts Let us proclaim and announce that He is our Hope and our Salvation.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year 2021
Solemnity of Christ the King
Sunday 22 November, 2020.
Happy feast of Christ the King.
The Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe, commonly referred to as the Feast of Christ the King or Christ the King Sunday, is a relatively recent addition to the Western liturgical calendar, having been instituted in 1925 by Pope Pius XI for the Roman Rite of the Catholic Church.
In 1970 its Roman Rite observance was moved to the final Sunday of Ordinary Time. Therefore, the earliest date on which it can occur is 20 November and the latest is 26 November.
The Anglican, Lutheran, and many other Protestant churches also celebrate the Feast of Christ the King, which is contained in the Revised Common Lectionary. Roman Catholics adhering to the Extraordinary Form of the Roman Rite use the General Roman Calendar of 1960, and as such continue to observe the Solemnity on its original date of the final Sunday of October. It is also observed on the same computed date as the final Sunday of the ecclesiastical year, the Sunday before the First Sunday of Advent, by Western rite parishes of the Russian Orthodox Church Outside Russia.
Dedication of the Basilicas of Saints Peter and Paul, Apostles
November 18
The Apostles Peter and Paul are the Patron Saints of the City of Rome
The barque of Peter is tethered to two stout anchors
A cathedral is theology in stone, the medievals said, a truism which extends to all churches, not just cathedrals, and to their sacred web of translucent glass, glowing marble, gold-encrusted wood, bronze canopies, and every other noble surface on which the eye falls. A Church mutely confesses its belief through form and materials. Today’s feast commemorates the dedication of two of the most sumptuous churches in the entire world: the Basilica of St. Peter, the oversized jewel in the small crown of Vatican City, and the Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls, a few miles distant, beyond Rome’s ancient walls. The foundations of these two Basilicas are each sunk deep into the blood-drenched ground of first-century Christianity, though today’s impressive structures stand proxy for their long-razed originals. If strong churches reflect a strong God, these Basilicas are all muscle.
The present Basilica of St. Peter was dedicated, or consecrated, in 1626. It was under construction for more than one hundred years, was built directly over the tomb of the Apostle Peter, and considerably enlarged the footprint of the original Constantinian Basilica. That prior fourth-century Basilica was so decrepit by the early 1500s that priests refused to say Mass at certain altars for fear that the creaky building’s sagging roofs and leaning walls would collapse at any moment. The ancient Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls was consumed by a mammoth fire in 1823. The rebuilt Basilica was dedicated on December 10, 1854, just two days after Pope Pius IX had formally promulgated the dogma of Mary’s Immaculate Conception. The Basilica’s vast classical elegance is breathtaking—its marbled central nave stretches out longer than an American football field.
The two Basilicas were, for centuries, linked by a miles-long, roofed colonnade that snaked through the streets of Rome, sheltering from the sun and rain the river of pilgrims flowing from one Basilica to the next as they procured their indulgences. Rome’s two great proto-martyrs were like twins tethered by a theological umbilical cord in the womb of Mother Church. The pope’s universal ministry was explicitly predicated upon these two martyrs. Rome’s apostolic swagger meant the Bishop of Rome’s headship was not merely symbolic but actively intervened in practical matters of church governance throughout Christendom. The pope, the indispensable Christian, was often depicted in early Christian art as a second Moses, a law-giver, who received from Christ the tablets of the New Testament for the new people of God.
At intervals of five years, every diocesan bishop in the Catholic Church is obligated to make a visit “ad limina apostolorum”--“to the threshold (of the tombs) of the apostles.” This means they pray at the tombs of Saints Peter and Paul in Rome and personally report to Saint Peter’s successor. These visits are a prime example of the primacy of the pope, which is exercised daily in a thousand different ways, a core duty far more significant than the pope’s infallibility, which is exercised rarely. There is no office of Saint Paul in the Church. When Paul died, his office died. Everyone who evangelizes and preaches acts as another Saint Paul. But the barque of Peter is still afloat in rough seas, pinned to the stout tombs which, like anchors, hold her fast from their submerged posts under today’s Basilicas. A church is not just a building, any more than a home is just a house. A church, like a home, is a repository of memories, a sacred venue, and a corner of rest. On today’s feast, we recall that certain churches can also be graveyards. Today’s Basilicas are sacred burial grounds, indoor cities of the dead, whose citizens will rise from beneath their smooth marble floors at the end of time, like a thousand suns dawning as one over the morning horizon.
Holy martyrs Peter and Paul, your tombs are the sacred destinations of many pilgrimages to the eternal city. May all visits to the Basilicas dedicated to your honor deepen one’s love and commitment to Mother Church.
God bless.
With every good wish.
Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli
Grand Master
CKSPP
Melbourne. Australia.
Bishop Mario Grech to be appointed Cardinal
26 October, 2020.
Blessings of the Lord.
Today I have good news for the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul.
Bishop Mario Grech to be appointed Cardinal
His Excellency Bishop Mario Grech, the Secretary General of the Synod of Bishops and the former Bishop of Gozo will be elevated to the rank of Cardinal.
"In his mass, Pope Francis just honoured us with the appointment of the first Gozitan Cardinal, Mario Grech, Bishop Emeritus of Gozo and Secretary General of the Synod of Bishops.
He will be appointed on Saturday 28 November, on the eve of the first Sunday of Advent.
Bishop Grech is very devoted to the Our Lady of Ta' Pinu in Gozo.
The Lord blesses and nurtures his work, side by side with His Holiness Pope Francis for the good of all.
The Confraternity is ever grateful to Bishop Grech for accepting us in the Diocese of Gozo, now we pray for him in his new Office of Cardinal.
We ask His Eminence Cardinal Mario Grech to remember us when he is in Rome.
Maybe one day we have an audience with His Holiness Pope Francis in the presence of Cardinal Grech.
Congratulations Your Eminence Cardinal Grech.
God Bless you all in St. Peter and St. Paul.
Yours faithfully in Christ Jesus the Lord.
Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli
Grand Master
CKSPP
TWO CANDIDATES TO THE CHAPTER OF ITALY
The Grand Prior of Italy Chevalier Nicola Mongelli has nominated two candidates for knighthood. The two nominations will be considered for approval by the Supreme Council.
Photo: From left Vito Dibitonto and Rocco Michele Renne
Pope appoints Bishop Mario Grech as General Secretary of the Synod of Bishops
On Tuesday, Pope Francis accepts the resignation of Cardinal Baldisseri and appoints Bishop Mario Grech as General Secretary of the Synod of Bishops.By Vatican News
15 September, 2020
The Holy See Press Office noon-day bulletin on Wednesday contained the news that Pope Francis accepted on Tuesday the resignation of Cardinal Lorenzo Baldisseri from his position as the General Secretary of the Synod of Bishops.
The same bulletin announced that the Pope is appointing Bishop Mario Grech, Bishop emeritus of the Diocese of Gozo in Malta, as his successor.
Bishop Mario Grech served as the Bishop of Gozo, Malta, and on 2 October 2019, Pope Francis appointed him as Pro-Secretary General of the Synod of Bishops.
Bishop Grech was born in Qala, Malta in 1957 and ordained a priest in 1984.
Since his appointment as Pro-Secretary General, Bishop Grech has worked side by side with Cardinal Lorenzo Baldisseri. In this way, he has been gaining knowledge of the Synod of Bishop, how it functions, acquiring an understanding of processes its competencies.
In that role, he participated in the Special Assembly of the Synod of Bishops for the Amazon in October 2019.
This synodal experience of having "walked side by side" with his predecessor has thus assured continuity within the General Secretariat of the Synod of Bishops.
NEW APPOINTMENTS
It is a tradition in the Confraternity to make new appointments for the feast of St. Peter and St. Paul.
This year the Grand Master His Excellency Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli appointed Chevalier Peter Michael Neuen - Grand Prior of Germany as an Assistant to the Deputy Grand Master in Europe, His Excellency Chevalier Prof. Jose M Ferreira Coelho.
Chevalier Jose Dos Santos Maia has been appointed as Prior of Portugal.
Congratulations to both of them.
Picture from left: Chevalier Peter M Neuen and Chevalier Jose Dos Santos Maia.
It is a tradition in the Confraternity to make new appointments for the feast of St. Peter and St. Paul.
This year the Grand Master His Excellency Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli appointed Chevalier Peter Michael Neuen - Grand Prior of Germany as an Assistant to the Deputy Grand Master in Europe, His Excellency Chevalier Prof. Jose M Ferreira Coelho.
Chevalier Jose Dos Santos Maia has been appointed as Prior of Portugal.
Congratulations to both of them.
Picture from left: Chevalier Peter M Neuen and Chevalier Jose Dos Santos Maia.
Chevalier Eddie Halstead
Scotland
It is sad to hear the passing of Chevalier Eddie Halstead.
Chevalier Eddie Halstead was the first knight of the Confraternity in Scotland.
He passed away on the 17 of June, 2020.
Rest in peace and thank you for your service to the Confraternity.
Scotland
It is sad to hear the passing of Chevalier Eddie Halstead.
Chevalier Eddie Halstead was the first knight of the Confraternity in Scotland.
He passed away on the 17 of June, 2020.
Rest in peace and thank you for your service to the Confraternity.
HAPPY FEAST OF ST. PETER AND ST. PAUL
Mary and I wish to extend our best wishes for a lovely feast of St. Peter and St. Paul to all the Members of the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul worldwide, to all those who celebrate the name day and to all the Nadurin.
Because of the present circumtances, we cannot celebrate with big event, like we use to but in our hearts, we can still feel the love to St. Peter and St. Paul.
May one day we meet again in the basilica of Nadur and we celebrate big.
Remembering that one day, we meet St. Peter and St. Paul in person.
God bless you in St. Peter and St. Paul.
Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli
Grand Master
CKSPP
Melbourne
Mary and I wish to extend our best wishes for a lovely feast of St. Peter and St. Paul to all the Members of the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul worldwide, to all those who celebrate the name day and to all the Nadurin.
Because of the present circumtances, we cannot celebrate with big event, like we use to but in our hearts, we can still feel the love to St. Peter and St. Paul.
May one day we meet again in the basilica of Nadur and we celebrate big.
Remembering that one day, we meet St. Peter and St. Paul in person.
God bless you in St. Peter and St. Paul.
Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli
Grand Master
CKSPP
Melbourne
HAPPY SOLEMNITY OF ST. PETER & ST. PAUL
Monday 29 June.
Mass Readings
First Reading – Acts 12:1-11
In those days, King Herod laid hands upon some members of the Church to harm them.
He had James, the brother of John, killed by the sword,
and when he saw that this was pleasing to the Jews
he proceeded to arrest Peter also.
–It was the feast of Unleavened Bread.–
He had him taken into custody and put in prison
under the guard of four squads of four soldiers each.
He intended to bring him before the people after Passover.
Peter thus was being kept in prison,
but prayer by the Church was fervently being made
to God on his behalf.
On the very night before Herod was to bring him to trial,
Peter, secured by double chains,
was sleeping between two soldiers,
while outside the door guards kept watch on the prison.
Suddenly the angel of the Lord stood by him
and a light shone in the cell.
He tapped Peter on the side and awakened him, saying,
“Get up quickly.”
The chains fell from his wrists.
The angel said to him, “Put on your belt and your sandals.”
He did so.
Then he said to him, “Put on your cloak and follow me.”
So he followed him out,
not realizing that what was happening through the angel was real;
he thought he was seeing a vision.
They passed the first guard, then the second,
and came to the iron gate leading out to the city,
which opened for them by itself.
They emerged and made their way down an alley,
and suddenly the angel left him.
Then Peter recovered his senses and said,
“Now I know for certain
that the Lord sent his angel
and rescued me from the hand of Herod
and from all that the Jewish people had been expecting.”
Responsorial Psalm – Psalm 34:2-3, 4-5, 6-7, 8-9
R. (5) The angel of the Lord will rescue those who fear him.
I will bless the LORD at all times;
his praise shall be ever in my mouth.
Let my soul glory in the LORD;
the lowly will hear me and be glad.
R. The angel of the Lord will rescue those who fear him.
Glorify the LORD with me,
let us together extol his name.
I sought the LORD, and he answered me
and delivered me from all my fears.
R. The angel of the Lord will rescue those who fear him.
Look to him that you may be radiant with joy,
and your faces may not blush with shame.
When the poor one called out, the LORD heard,
and from all his distress he saved him.
R. The angel of the Lord will rescue those who fear him.
The angel of the LORD encamps
around those who fear him, and delivers them.
Taste and see how good the LORD is;
blessed the man who takes refuge in him.
R. The angel of the Lord will rescue those who fear him.
Second Reading – 2 Timothy 4:6-8, 17-18
I, Paul, am already being poured out like a libation,
and the time of my departure is at hand.
I have competed well; I have finished the race;
I have kept the faith.
From now on the crown of righteousness awaits me,
which the Lord, the just judge,
will award to me on that day, and not only to me,
but to all who have longed for his appearance.
The Lord stood by me and gave me strength,
so that through me the proclamation might be completed
and all the Gentiles might hear it.
And I was rescued from the lion’s mouth.
The Lord will rescue me from every evil threat
and will bring me safe to his heavenly Kingdom.
To him be glory forever and ever. Amen.
Alleluia – Matthew 16:18
R. Alleluia, alleluia.
You are Peter and upon this rock I will build my Church,
and the gates of the netherworld shall not prevail against it.
R. Alleluia, alleluia.
Gospel – Matthew 16:13-19
When Jesus went into the region of Caesarea Philippi
he asked his disciples,
“Who do people say that the Son of Man is?”
They replied, “Some say John the Baptist, others Elijah,
still others Jeremiah or one of the prophets.”
He said to them, “But who do you say that I am?”
Simon Peter said in reply,
“You are the Christ, the Son of the living God.”
Jesus said to him in reply, “Blessed are you, Simon son of Jonah.
For flesh and blood has not revealed this to you, but my heavenly Father.
And so I say to you, you are Peter,
and upon this rock I will build my Church,
and the gates of the netherworld shall not prevail against it.
I will give you the keys to the Kingdom of heaven.
Whatever you bind on earth shall be bound in heaven;
and whatever you loose on earth shall be loosed in heaven.”
NEW BISHOP FOR THE DIOCESE OF GOZO
The Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul wishes to congratulate Mons. Anton Teuma on his election of Bishop of Gozo.
Fr Anton Teuma named new Bishop of Gozo, speaks of 'continuity'
Wednesday, 17 June 2020,
Fr Anton Teuma has been named as the new Bishop of Gozo.
The official announcement was made at the Ta' Pinu Sanctuary just before noon.
In an official statement soon afterwards, the Maltese archdiocese congratulated Tuema on his appointment and thanked his predecessor Mario Grech for his services as Gozo Bishop for 14 years.
Prime Minister Robert Abela and Opposition Leader Adrian Delia also congratulated the new bishop, thanking his predecessor.
In a brief address after this appointment, Teuma also thanked Mgr Grech for his work, saying that he hoped to continue building on his work.
He also mentioned Bishop Nikol Cauchi as having assisted him in his growth, describing him as a second father.
Visibly emotional, the bishop spoke of the need to work "collectively". He said he does not like the word "I", but was more inclined to use "we" because be believed in the strength of the community.
Teuma, 56, served in the Xaghra parish.
During his preparation to become a priest, he worked as a welder and electrician in Australia, obtaining a licence in both trades.
He was ordained a priest in 1988 by former bishop of Gozo Nikol Cauchi.
He served on the parish of St Ignatius in Rome as a parish vicar, and was brought back to Gozo in 1997 to be appointed rector of the seminary, a post he occupied for 10 years.
Between 1998 and 2016, he was also spiritual assistance of the diocese's eucharistic communities.
He spent a year in the Holy Land where he obtained a diploma in biblical studies in Jerusalem.
He obtained a degree in science in 2016 and a post-graduate diploma in family psychotherapy in 2018.
Incumbent Mario Grech, who has held the post since 2005, will be stepping aside for a new pastoral leader of the Gozitan diocese.
On 2 October, Bishop Grech was named by Pope Franics as Pro-Secretary General of the Synod of Bishops. He stayed on as Apostolic Administrator for the Diocese of Gozo since then.
Mgr Grech was the eighth bishop of Gozo. He had replaced Bishop Nikol Cauchi, who held the post for 33 years.
The Synod of Bishops was established by St Paul VI on 15 September 1965 on request of the Bishops who participated in the Second Ecumenical Vatican Council to keep alive amongst them the spirit of the path undertaken during the Council.
The Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul wishes to congratulate Mons. Anton Teuma on his election of Bishop of Gozo.
Fr Anton Teuma named new Bishop of Gozo, speaks of 'continuity'
Wednesday, 17 June 2020,
Fr Anton Teuma has been named as the new Bishop of Gozo.
The official announcement was made at the Ta' Pinu Sanctuary just before noon.
In an official statement soon afterwards, the Maltese archdiocese congratulated Tuema on his appointment and thanked his predecessor Mario Grech for his services as Gozo Bishop for 14 years.
Prime Minister Robert Abela and Opposition Leader Adrian Delia also congratulated the new bishop, thanking his predecessor.
In a brief address after this appointment, Teuma also thanked Mgr Grech for his work, saying that he hoped to continue building on his work.
He also mentioned Bishop Nikol Cauchi as having assisted him in his growth, describing him as a second father.
Visibly emotional, the bishop spoke of the need to work "collectively". He said he does not like the word "I", but was more inclined to use "we" because be believed in the strength of the community.
Teuma, 56, served in the Xaghra parish.
During his preparation to become a priest, he worked as a welder and electrician in Australia, obtaining a licence in both trades.
He was ordained a priest in 1988 by former bishop of Gozo Nikol Cauchi.
He served on the parish of St Ignatius in Rome as a parish vicar, and was brought back to Gozo in 1997 to be appointed rector of the seminary, a post he occupied for 10 years.
Between 1998 and 2016, he was also spiritual assistance of the diocese's eucharistic communities.
He spent a year in the Holy Land where he obtained a diploma in biblical studies in Jerusalem.
He obtained a degree in science in 2016 and a post-graduate diploma in family psychotherapy in 2018.
Incumbent Mario Grech, who has held the post since 2005, will be stepping aside for a new pastoral leader of the Gozitan diocese.
On 2 October, Bishop Grech was named by Pope Franics as Pro-Secretary General of the Synod of Bishops. He stayed on as Apostolic Administrator for the Diocese of Gozo since then.
Mgr Grech was the eighth bishop of Gozo. He had replaced Bishop Nikol Cauchi, who held the post for 33 years.
The Synod of Bishops was established by St Paul VI on 15 September 1965 on request of the Bishops who participated in the Second Ecumenical Vatican Council to keep alive amongst them the spirit of the path undertaken during the Council.
Diocese of Gozo
Photo: New Bishop elect Mons. Anton Teuma second from the right.
Photo: New Bishop elect Mons. Anton Teuma second from the right.
Pentecost Sunday
Grand Master's Message
Greetings one and all.
I hope that this newsletter finds you all in good health.
The month of May was the quiet one ever in the history of the Confraternity because of the isolation from the coronavirus.
Today we are celebrating the Feast of Pentecost, the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles and other followers of Jesus Christ, the birth of the Church.
We pray that the Holy Spirit will descent on us and keep us safe from the coronavirus and deliver us from evil. May we too do our bid to help in building the church of Jesus Christ like the apostles and His other followers by helping Catholic missions who teaches the word of God.
Read the latest May 2020.
Grand Master's Message
Greetings one and all.
I hope that this newsletter finds you all in good health.
The month of May was the quiet one ever in the history of the Confraternity because of the isolation from the coronavirus.
Today we are celebrating the Feast of Pentecost, the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles and other followers of Jesus Christ, the birth of the Church.
We pray that the Holy Spirit will descent on us and keep us safe from the coronavirus and deliver us from evil. May we too do our bid to help in building the church of Jesus Christ like the apostles and His other followers by helping Catholic missions who teaches the word of God.
Read the latest May 2020.
PENTECOST SUNDAY
Chevalier António Manuel Martins - Chaplain
Grand Chapter of Portugal
The God's Spirit stay with us. SOLEMNITY OF PENTECOST Gift of God to all believers, the Spirit gives life, renews, transforms, builds community and gives birth to the New Man.
The Gospel presents us with the Christian community, gathered around the risen Jesus. For John, this community becomes a living community, recreated, new, from the gift of the Spirit. It is the Spirit that allows believers to overcome fear and limitations and to bear witness in the world to this love that Jesus lived to the end.
With Luke we know that the Spirit is the new law that guides the walk of believers. It is He who creates the new community of the People of God, who makes men capable of overcoming their differences and communicating, who unites in the same community of love, people of all races and cultures.
And with Paul we know that the Spirit is the source from which the life of the Christian community flows. It is He who bestows the gifts that enrich the community and that fosters the unity of all members; therefore, these gifts cannot be used for personal benefit, but must be put at the service of all.
Happy feast of Pentecost.
Com amizade
P. Manuel Martins
Chevalier António Manuel Martins - Chaplain
Grand Chapter of Portugal
The God's Spirit stay with us. SOLEMNITY OF PENTECOST Gift of God to all believers, the Spirit gives life, renews, transforms, builds community and gives birth to the New Man.
The Gospel presents us with the Christian community, gathered around the risen Jesus. For John, this community becomes a living community, recreated, new, from the gift of the Spirit. It is the Spirit that allows believers to overcome fear and limitations and to bear witness in the world to this love that Jesus lived to the end.
With Luke we know that the Spirit is the new law that guides the walk of believers. It is He who creates the new community of the People of God, who makes men capable of overcoming their differences and communicating, who unites in the same community of love, people of all races and cultures.
And with Paul we know that the Spirit is the source from which the life of the Christian community flows. It is He who bestows the gifts that enrich the community and that fosters the unity of all members; therefore, these gifts cannot be used for personal benefit, but must be put at the service of all.
Happy feast of Pentecost.
Com amizade
P. Manuel Martins
First Apparition of Our Lady of Fatima -
May 13, 1917
On May 13, 1917, Lucia dos Santos, Francisco, and Jacinta Marto were, respectively, ten, nine, and seven years old. As we have said, the three children lived in Aljustrel, a hamlet of the township of Fatima.
After three apparitions of the Angel of Portugal in 1916, the children began to receive visits of a luminous Lady who later identified herself as “The Lady of the Rosary.” In Catholic language, “Our Lady of the Rosary” is the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of God made man.
The apparitions took place on a small property belonging to Lucia's parents called Cova da Iria, about a mile and a half from Fatima.
The three seers were playing at Cova da Iria on May 13, 1917 when they saw two flashes like lightning, after which they saw the Mother of God above a holm oak. She was, according to the description of Lucia, "a Lady dressed in white, more brilliant than the sun…" Her face, indescribably beautiful, was "neither sad nor happy, but serious," with an air of mild reproach. Her hands, joined together as if she were praying, were resting at her breast and pointing upward. A rosary hung from her right hand.
The seers were so close to Our Lady – about a yard and a half away – that they stood within the light that radiated from her.
The conversation developed in the following manner:
Our Lady: Do not be afraid; I will not harm you.
Lucia: Where is Your Grace from?
Our Lady: I am from heaven–pointing to the sky.
Lucia: And what does Your Grace wish of me?
Our Lady: I have come to ask you to come here for six months in succession on the thirteenth day of each month at this same hour. Later I will tell you who I am and what I want. Afterward, I will return here a seventh time.
Lucia: And will I go to heaven, too?
Our Lady: Yes, you will.
Lucia: And Jacinta?
Our Lady: Also.
Lucia: And Francisco?
Our Lady: Also, but he must say many rosaries.
Lucia: Is Maria das Neves already in heaven?
Our Lady: Yes, she is.
Lucia: And Amélia?
Our Lady: She will be in purgatory until the end of the world. Do you wish to offer yourselves to God to endure all the sufferings that He may be pleased to send you, as both an act of reparation for the sins with which He is offended and an act of supplication for the conversion of sinners?
Lucia: Yes, we do.
Our Lady: Well then, you will have much to suffer. But the grace of God will be your comfort.
"It was upon saying these last words, 'the grace of God...' that for the first time she opened her hands, which emitted a most intense light that penetrated our breasts, reaching the innermost part of our souls and making us see ourselves in God, Who was that light, more clearly than we can see ourselves in the best of mirrors.
Then, driven by a deep inspiration, we knelt down and repeated inwardly: 'O Most Holy Trinity, I adore Thee! My God, my God, I love Thee in the Most Blessed Sacrament.'”
"A moment later, Our Lady added, 'Pray the rosary every day to obtain peace for the world and the end of the war.'
She immediately began to rise serenely toward the east until she disappeared far into the distance.
The light that surrounded her was, so to speak, opening her way through the starry firmament."
Pope Francis promoted Cardinal Tagle as Cardinal-Bishop, the highest title of a Cardinal in the Catholic Church
Friday 1 May, 2020
Cardinal Luis Tagle tipped to be the next Pope
MANILA, Philippines — Pope Francis has promoted Luis Antonio Cardinal Tagle as Cardinal-Bishop, the highest rank in the Catholic Church's College of Cardinals.
The April 14 appointment was made public Friday, just months after the former Archbishop of Manila vacated his local post to head the Congregation for the Evangelization of Peoples in Vatican City.
Tagle is both the only Asian and the youngest at 62 years old among the 11 present Cardinal Bishops.
Cardinal-Bishops, according to the Pontificio Collegio Filippino, "are assigned to the Vatican, and are consulted by the Pope anytime individually or as a group, with regards to any question in the Church."
They are responsible for coordinating, as needed, 223 cardinalsaround the world.
Of these cardinals, 122 are below the age of 80 and are eligible to elect the Pope as "Cardinal Electors."
Moreover, the Dean of the College of Cardinals is elected among the Cardinal-Bishops.
In case of "sede vacante," or a time when there is no pope for example due to death or resignation, the dean summons and presides over the conclave to elect the new pope.
Pope Francis's predecessor, Benedict XVI was Cardinal-Bishop and the Dean of the College of Cardinals prior to papacy.
Congratulations.
Friday 1 May, 2020
Cardinal Luis Tagle tipped to be the next Pope
MANILA, Philippines — Pope Francis has promoted Luis Antonio Cardinal Tagle as Cardinal-Bishop, the highest rank in the Catholic Church's College of Cardinals.
The April 14 appointment was made public Friday, just months after the former Archbishop of Manila vacated his local post to head the Congregation for the Evangelization of Peoples in Vatican City.
Tagle is both the only Asian and the youngest at 62 years old among the 11 present Cardinal Bishops.
Cardinal-Bishops, according to the Pontificio Collegio Filippino, "are assigned to the Vatican, and are consulted by the Pope anytime individually or as a group, with regards to any question in the Church."
They are responsible for coordinating, as needed, 223 cardinalsaround the world.
Of these cardinals, 122 are below the age of 80 and are eligible to elect the Pope as "Cardinal Electors."
Moreover, the Dean of the College of Cardinals is elected among the Cardinal-Bishops.
In case of "sede vacante," or a time when there is no pope for example due to death or resignation, the dean summons and presides over the conclave to elect the new pope.
Pope Francis's predecessor, Benedict XVI was Cardinal-Bishop and the Dean of the College of Cardinals prior to papacy.
Congratulations.
THE CONFRATERNITY ASSIST THE POOR IN PERU
LIFE AS A MISSIONARY
Diocese of Santiago Apostol Huancané
Peru
His Excellency Bishop Giovanni Cefai don’t have the luxury to sit in the office or sit on the throne much.
He helps his parishioner by carrying bags on his shoulders and deliver food to the poor.
He said, we are supporting families in need at this time of quarantine. Thanks to Caritas Peru and also to our benefactors and friends that made it possible for us to reach out and give a helping hand. God bless you all. Thank for your support and prayers. Blessings.
Watch videos here: Click on links.
https://www.facebook.com/giovanni.cefai/videos/10159695333803496/
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Monsignor Giovanni Cefai
Bishop of Santiago Apóstol de Huancané
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LIFE AS A MISSIONARY
Diocese of Santiago Apostol Huancané
Peru
His Excellency Bishop Giovanni Cefai don’t have the luxury to sit in the office or sit on the throne much.
He helps his parishioner by carrying bags on his shoulders and deliver food to the poor.
He said, we are supporting families in need at this time of quarantine. Thanks to Caritas Peru and also to our benefactors and friends that made it possible for us to reach out and give a helping hand. God bless you all. Thank for your support and prayers. Blessings.
Watch videos here: Click on links.
https://www.facebook.com/giovanni.cefai/videos/10159695333803496/
https://www.facebook.com/giovanni.cefai/videos/10159695308763496/
https://www.facebook.com/giovanni.cefai/videos/10159692826073496/
Monsignor Giovanni Cefai
Bishop of Santiago Apóstol de Huancané
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EASTER MESSAGE FROM THE CHAPLAIN OF PORTUGAL
Chevalier P. Manuel Martins, CM
Happy Easter!
Dear Confreres and friends of the Confraternity St Peter & St Paul,
May God’s grace fill your heart and your home with blessings this Easter!
He is risen! He is risen indeed!
Easter is approaching, and for some days we have been wondering: how will we celebrate
it? In the light of faith we can make this moment of distress and sorrow an opportunity for
deepening and growth. We should be careful not to give in to a passive faith, which only
watches the celebrations, but find a way to participate, grateful for the creative effort of so
many ministers of the Church who seek to become accessible to us.
However, we must have the courage to take a further step! We can express the vitality of
our faith in other ways as well. Beyond all that has been said, this occasion offers us an
opportunity to rediscover ourselves as a Domestic Church, “because where there are two or
three gathered in my name, there I am in the midst of them” (Mt 18:20). We are invited as a
family to make our prayers by dedicating a special time to reading and meditating on the
biblical texts related to these days, trying to read them in our own Bible, with dignity and
attention (Verbum Domini 85).
As a family gathered in prayer in the Easter light, we can
strengthen our faith and discover ourselves as a space for the mystical presence of the risen
Lord (Amoris Laetitia 317). We can still remember the prayer of the Liturgy of the Hours,
which can accompany us in the celebration of Easter or be discovered for those who do not
know it.
The vitality of a prayer community is not measured by the number of people who gather.
Even if two or three do so as a Domestic Church in the name of Christ, we count on the
presence of Jesus among us, because he is Emmanuel, “God with us” (Mt 1:23), the risen
Christ who is with us all days, even to the end of the world (Mt 28,20).
We can welcome this opportunity to shine a light on the painful reality in our present world
with the Word of God and discern in it the reflections of the passion, death, and
resurrection of Jesus in those who offer their life to the world today: for the cross of
disease, selfless and anonymous service, responsibility for others, prayer, and care for the
most fragile.
God bless you.
Yours
P. Manuel Martins, CM - Portugal
Chevalier P. Manuel Martins, CM
Happy Easter!
Dear Confreres and friends of the Confraternity St Peter & St Paul,
May God’s grace fill your heart and your home with blessings this Easter!
He is risen! He is risen indeed!
Easter is approaching, and for some days we have been wondering: how will we celebrate
it? In the light of faith we can make this moment of distress and sorrow an opportunity for
deepening and growth. We should be careful not to give in to a passive faith, which only
watches the celebrations, but find a way to participate, grateful for the creative effort of so
many ministers of the Church who seek to become accessible to us.
However, we must have the courage to take a further step! We can express the vitality of
our faith in other ways as well. Beyond all that has been said, this occasion offers us an
opportunity to rediscover ourselves as a Domestic Church, “because where there are two or
three gathered in my name, there I am in the midst of them” (Mt 18:20). We are invited as a
family to make our prayers by dedicating a special time to reading and meditating on the
biblical texts related to these days, trying to read them in our own Bible, with dignity and
attention (Verbum Domini 85).
As a family gathered in prayer in the Easter light, we can
strengthen our faith and discover ourselves as a space for the mystical presence of the risen
Lord (Amoris Laetitia 317). We can still remember the prayer of the Liturgy of the Hours,
which can accompany us in the celebration of Easter or be discovered for those who do not
know it.
The vitality of a prayer community is not measured by the number of people who gather.
Even if two or three do so as a Domestic Church in the name of Christ, we count on the
presence of Jesus among us, because he is Emmanuel, “God with us” (Mt 1:23), the risen
Christ who is with us all days, even to the end of the world (Mt 28,20).
We can welcome this opportunity to shine a light on the painful reality in our present world
with the Word of God and discern in it the reflections of the passion, death, and
resurrection of Jesus in those who offer their life to the world today: for the cross of
disease, selfless and anonymous service, responsibility for others, prayer, and care for the
most fragile.
God bless you.
Yours
P. Manuel Martins, CM - Portugal
EASTER MESSAGE FROM THE CHAPLAIN OF THE CONFRATERNITY OF THE KNIGHTS OF ST. PETER & ST. PAUL
Melbourne. Australia.
Dear Members and Friends of the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & Paul
“ This is the Day the Lord had made, Let us rejoice and be glad” ( Psalm 117)
Easter gives us HOPE. We can face anything ,endure anything, as long as we know or believe it will not last for ever, and that something better will happen. Hope is as necessary for our spirit as bread is for our body. It is an amazing grace ,what the human spirit can endure and overcome, provided it is nourished by the bread of hope. Easter 2020 will be very different for us Christians. Holy Week and Celebrations and Easter are digital. We cannot physically be present, only in spirit.
Easter can provide the Global Community with an enormous injection of HOPE for the human spirit as together we do our very best to overcome the darkness oc coronavirus-19. And how much it is needed.
There are lots of tragedies at present and many good things are destroyed ; freedom of movement loss of jobs,
financial hardships, medical challenges. Good people everywhere are cut down. And of course , we are reminded during Passion Week that Jesus the Lord was cut down too. But he rose again. We are reminded on Easter Sunday, that God’s love is stronger than death. At Easter we still feel the pain of the World. The Risen
Lord lights up our HOPE. Together ,with the amazing grace of the Risen Lord, we will overcome the present pandemic , because LOVE is stronger than fear and HOPE is stronger than despair.
Wish you and all your families and friends a Blessed and Happy Easter 2020.
Chevalier Fr Frank Buhagiar PE
Chaplain
CKSPP
Melbourne
Melbourne. Australia.
Dear Members and Friends of the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & Paul
“ This is the Day the Lord had made, Let us rejoice and be glad” ( Psalm 117)
Easter gives us HOPE. We can face anything ,endure anything, as long as we know or believe it will not last for ever, and that something better will happen. Hope is as necessary for our spirit as bread is for our body. It is an amazing grace ,what the human spirit can endure and overcome, provided it is nourished by the bread of hope. Easter 2020 will be very different for us Christians. Holy Week and Celebrations and Easter are digital. We cannot physically be present, only in spirit.
Easter can provide the Global Community with an enormous injection of HOPE for the human spirit as together we do our very best to overcome the darkness oc coronavirus-19. And how much it is needed.
There are lots of tragedies at present and many good things are destroyed ; freedom of movement loss of jobs,
financial hardships, medical challenges. Good people everywhere are cut down. And of course , we are reminded during Passion Week that Jesus the Lord was cut down too. But he rose again. We are reminded on Easter Sunday, that God’s love is stronger than death. At Easter we still feel the pain of the World. The Risen
Lord lights up our HOPE. Together ,with the amazing grace of the Risen Lord, we will overcome the present pandemic , because LOVE is stronger than fear and HOPE is stronger than despair.
Wish you and all your families and friends a Blessed and Happy Easter 2020.
Chevalier Fr Frank Buhagiar PE
Chaplain
CKSPP
Melbourne
HAPPY AND HOLY EASTER
The Grand Master and the Supreme Council would like to wish all the Members and friends of the Confraternity a very Happy and Holy Easter.
Please be safe at these difficult times.
The Grand Master and the Supreme Council would like to wish all the Members and friends of the Confraternity a very Happy and Holy Easter.
Please be safe at these difficult times.
A PLACE FOR PRAYER AT HOME
Especially during these dark times of the Coronavirus.
As the number of people infected with the coronavirus surpasses 450,000 worldwide, and more than one billion are locked in their homes.
Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli
Grand Master
CKSPP
GOD HELP US
PROTECT US FROM THE COVID - 19
Heal those already infected by the virus, especially members of our Confraternity.
Our Lady of Fatima - Pray for us.
St. Peter and Paul - Pray for us
St. Coronato - Pray for us
St. Blaise - Pray for us
St. Cosmas and Damian - Pray for us
PROTECT US FROM THE COVID - 19
Heal those already infected by the virus, especially members of our Confraternity.
Our Lady of Fatima - Pray for us.
St. Peter and Paul - Pray for us
St. Coronato - Pray for us
St. Blaise - Pray for us
St. Cosmas and Damian - Pray for us
WE PRAY TO THE LORD
Dear Confreres and friends of the Confraternity,
Greetings.
Messages and prayers from our Reverend Chaplains in time of need
Dear All:
What seems impossible to us Humans, prayers and supplications will rise like Incense before our merciful Father-God ,
because for God NOTHING is impossible.
May the Good Lord bless all Medical Teams to find a cure .
One of the best prayers I would like to suggest is the Litany of the Saints.
I will keep all in my daily prayers.
Fr Francis Xavier Buhagiar PE
Chaplain of the Confraternity St Peter and St. Paul
Melbourne
Covid-19
Prayer to ask for help, comfort and salvation
God the Father, Creator of the world, omnipotent and merciful,
that for our love you have sent your Son into the world as a doctor of bodies and souls,
look at your kids that at this difficult time of disorientation and consternation
in many regions of Europe and the world turn to You
in search of strength, salvation, and relief.
Deliver us from sickness and fear, heals our patients, comforts his family members,
gives wisdom to our rulers, energy and reward to doctors, nurses and volunteers,
eternal life to the deceased.
Don't abandon us in this time of trial, but deliver us from all evil.
All this we ask of you, O Father who, with the Son and the Holy Spirit, you live and reign for centuries.
Amen.
Santa Maria, Mother of health and hope, pray for us!
Bishops of Europe
With friendship
Fr. Manuel Martins
Chaplain of the Confraternity of St. Peter & St. Paul
Portugal
Litany of the Saints
Lord, have mercy on us.
CHRIST, have mercy on us.
LORD, have mercy on us.
CHRIST, hear us.
CHRIST, graciously hear us.
GOD, THE FATHER OF HEAVEN, have mercy on us.
GOD THE SON, REDEEMER OF THE WORLD, have mercy on us.
GOD THE HOLY GHOST, have mercy on us.
HOLY TRINITY, ONE GOD, have mercy on us.
HOLY MARY, pray for us.
HOLY MOTHER OF GOD, pray for us.
HOLY VIRGIN OF VIRGINS, pray for us.
ST. MICHAEL, pray for us.
ST. GABRIEL, pray for us.
ST. RAPHAEL, pray for us.
ALL YE HOLY ANGELS AND ARCHANGELS, pray for us.
ALL YE HOLY ORDERS OF BLESSED SPIRITS, pray for us.
ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST, pray for us.
ST. JOSEPH, pray for us.
ALL YE HOLY PATRIARCHS AND PROPHETS, pray for us.
ST. PETER, pray for us.
ST. PAUL, pray for us.
ST. ANDREW, pray for us.
ST. JAMES, pray for us.
ST. JOHN, pray for us.
ST. THOMAS, pray for us.
ST. JAMES, pray for us.
ST. PHILIP, pray for us.
ST. BARTHOLOMEW, pray for us.
ST. MATTHEW, pray for us.
ST. SIMON, pray for us.
ST. THADDEUS, pray for us.
ST. BARNABAS, pray for us.
ST. LUKE, pray for us.
ST. MARK, pray for us.
ALL YE HOLY APOSTLES AND EVANGELIST, pray for us.
ALL YE HOLY DISCIPLES OF OUR LORD, pray for us.
ALL YE HOLY INNOCENTS, pray for us.
ST. STEPHEN, pray for us.
ST. LAWRENCE, pray for us.
ST. VINCENT, pray for us.
SS. FABIAN AND SEBASTIAN, pray for us.
SS. JOHN AND PAUL, pray for us.
SS. COSMOS AND DAMIAN, pray for us.
SS. GERVASE AND PROTASE, pray for us.
ALL YE HOLY MARTYRS, pray for us.
ST. SYLVESTER, pray for us.
ST. GREGORY, pray for us.
ST. AMBROSE, pray for us.
ST. AUGUSTINE, pray for us.
ST. JEROME, pray for us.
ST. MARTIN, pray for us.
ST. NICHOLAS, pray for us.
ST. ANTHONY, pray for us.
ST. BENEDICT, pray for us.
ST. BERNARD, pray for us.
ST. DOMINIC, pray for us.
ST. FRANCIS, pray for us.
ST. MARY MAGDALEN, pray for us.
ST. AGATHA, pray for us.
ST. LUCY, pray for us.
ST. AGNES, pray for us.
ST. CECILIA, pray for us.
ST. CATHERINE, pray for us.
ST. ANASTASIA, pray for us.
Dear Confreres and friends of the Confraternity,
Greetings.
Messages and prayers from our Reverend Chaplains in time of need
Dear All:
What seems impossible to us Humans, prayers and supplications will rise like Incense before our merciful Father-God ,
because for God NOTHING is impossible.
May the Good Lord bless all Medical Teams to find a cure .
One of the best prayers I would like to suggest is the Litany of the Saints.
I will keep all in my daily prayers.
Fr Francis Xavier Buhagiar PE
Chaplain of the Confraternity St Peter and St. Paul
Melbourne
Covid-19
Prayer to ask for help, comfort and salvation
God the Father, Creator of the world, omnipotent and merciful,
that for our love you have sent your Son into the world as a doctor of bodies and souls,
look at your kids that at this difficult time of disorientation and consternation
in many regions of Europe and the world turn to You
in search of strength, salvation, and relief.
Deliver us from sickness and fear, heals our patients, comforts his family members,
gives wisdom to our rulers, energy and reward to doctors, nurses and volunteers,
eternal life to the deceased.
Don't abandon us in this time of trial, but deliver us from all evil.
All this we ask of you, O Father who, with the Son and the Holy Spirit, you live and reign for centuries.
Amen.
Santa Maria, Mother of health and hope, pray for us!
Bishops of Europe
With friendship
Fr. Manuel Martins
Chaplain of the Confraternity of St. Peter & St. Paul
Portugal
Litany of the Saints
Lord, have mercy on us.
CHRIST, have mercy on us.
LORD, have mercy on us.
CHRIST, hear us.
CHRIST, graciously hear us.
GOD, THE FATHER OF HEAVEN, have mercy on us.
GOD THE SON, REDEEMER OF THE WORLD, have mercy on us.
GOD THE HOLY GHOST, have mercy on us.
HOLY TRINITY, ONE GOD, have mercy on us.
HOLY MARY, pray for us.
HOLY MOTHER OF GOD, pray for us.
HOLY VIRGIN OF VIRGINS, pray for us.
ST. MICHAEL, pray for us.
ST. GABRIEL, pray for us.
ST. RAPHAEL, pray for us.
ALL YE HOLY ANGELS AND ARCHANGELS, pray for us.
ALL YE HOLY ORDERS OF BLESSED SPIRITS, pray for us.
ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST, pray for us.
ST. JOSEPH, pray for us.
ALL YE HOLY PATRIARCHS AND PROPHETS, pray for us.
ST. PETER, pray for us.
ST. PAUL, pray for us.
ST. ANDREW, pray for us.
ST. JAMES, pray for us.
ST. JOHN, pray for us.
ST. THOMAS, pray for us.
ST. JAMES, pray for us.
ST. PHILIP, pray for us.
ST. BARTHOLOMEW, pray for us.
ST. MATTHEW, pray for us.
ST. SIMON, pray for us.
ST. THADDEUS, pray for us.
ST. BARNABAS, pray for us.
ST. LUKE, pray for us.
ST. MARK, pray for us.
ALL YE HOLY APOSTLES AND EVANGELIST, pray for us.
ALL YE HOLY DISCIPLES OF OUR LORD, pray for us.
ALL YE HOLY INNOCENTS, pray for us.
ST. STEPHEN, pray for us.
ST. LAWRENCE, pray for us.
ST. VINCENT, pray for us.
SS. FABIAN AND SEBASTIAN, pray for us.
SS. JOHN AND PAUL, pray for us.
SS. COSMOS AND DAMIAN, pray for us.
SS. GERVASE AND PROTASE, pray for us.
ALL YE HOLY MARTYRS, pray for us.
ST. SYLVESTER, pray for us.
ST. GREGORY, pray for us.
ST. AMBROSE, pray for us.
ST. AUGUSTINE, pray for us.
ST. JEROME, pray for us.
ST. MARTIN, pray for us.
ST. NICHOLAS, pray for us.
ST. ANTHONY, pray for us.
ST. BENEDICT, pray for us.
ST. BERNARD, pray for us.
ST. DOMINIC, pray for us.
ST. FRANCIS, pray for us.
ST. MARY MAGDALEN, pray for us.
ST. AGATHA, pray for us.
ST. LUCY, pray for us.
ST. AGNES, pray for us.
ST. CECILIA, pray for us.
ST. CATHERINE, pray for us.
ST. ANASTASIA, pray for us.
LETTER FROM THE GRAND MASTER
Dear Confreres and Friends of the Confraternity,
The world is going through a time that has changed everything over night.
Unexpectedly a virus has shocked the world to its roots. Our way of life has changed completely.
Now we are not safe anywhere, even in our own home.
People are panicking, they cleaned the shelves at the shops, not having the concern that there is other people who needs the everyday necessities.
The Coronavirus has almost brought the world to a stand still, something that we never imagined that will happen in our time.
Today more than ever we need to recur to Our Mother in Heaven to protect our family, our friends and all people of good will.
OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP
Help us and save us from the Coronavirus. Help those who are already infected by the disease.
WE PRAY.
Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee! Blessed are thou among women and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners now and at the hour of our death. AMEN.
Watch the video: AVE MARIA By Celine Dion.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ek9LKDjgshU
We pray for each other.
God bless you and keep you safe.
St. Peter & St. Paul Protect us from this virus.
Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli
Grand Master
CKSPP
Melbourne
Dear Confreres and Friends of the Confraternity,
The world is going through a time that has changed everything over night.
Unexpectedly a virus has shocked the world to its roots. Our way of life has changed completely.
Now we are not safe anywhere, even in our own home.
People are panicking, they cleaned the shelves at the shops, not having the concern that there is other people who needs the everyday necessities.
The Coronavirus has almost brought the world to a stand still, something that we never imagined that will happen in our time.
Today more than ever we need to recur to Our Mother in Heaven to protect our family, our friends and all people of good will.
OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP
Help us and save us from the Coronavirus. Help those who are already infected by the disease.
WE PRAY.
Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee! Blessed are thou among women and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners now and at the hour of our death. AMEN.
Watch the video: AVE MARIA By Celine Dion.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ek9LKDjgshU
We pray for each other.
God bless you and keep you safe.
St. Peter & St. Paul Protect us from this virus.
Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli
Grand Master
CKSPP
Melbourne
FEAST OF ST. FRANCIS OF PAOLA 2020
Monday 2 March, 2020.
The feast of St. Francis of Paola was celebrated at the Calabria Club in Melbourne, yesterday.
The Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul was invited to take part in the festivities.
Click on the photos to enlarge.
Monday 2 March, 2020.
The feast of St. Francis of Paola was celebrated at the Calabria Club in Melbourne, yesterday.
The Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul was invited to take part in the festivities.
Click on the photos to enlarge.
Our mission is to helping the poor in Peru
Medical doctor by day, priest by night: a Gozitan missionary in the Amazon
25 February, 2020.
Nadur, Gozo,
The Grand Master on behalf of the Confraternity and the Chapter of Malta gave a donation to Fr. Portelli to help his mission in Peru.
Photo from left: Chevalier Joe Louis Meilak - Chancellor, Dr. Fr. Raymond Portelli and Chevalier Carmel Saliba - Secretary.
By John Paul Cordina.
What’s it like to be a doctor and a priest in one of the most remote cities on earth?
Fr Raymond Portelli, a Gozitan priest who has called Peru his home for the past 26 years, recounted his experiences on 103 Malta’s Heart, on the programme Newsbook Hour presented by Fr Joe Borg.
Fr Portelli is based in Iquitos, a city of around 400,000 people located in the Amazon basin. The city is the world’s largest city that cannot be reached by road: it is only accessible by river or air.
Fr. Portelli is the parish priest of the St Martín de Porres parish, with a population of 18,000 people. Around a fifth of his parishioners are comfortably middle-class, but the vast majority are poor, with around a tenth living in extreme poverty. Households do have running water and electricity, but many live in simple wooden shacks on dirt roads.
Due to the city’s isolation, job creation efforts are limited and unemployment is a significant problem. Many people try to eke out a living through fishing, agriculture or by selling trinkets on the streets of the city.
Caring for the body and soul
As the only priest in the parish – though a number of laypeople do help out – Fr Portelli seeks to look after his community’s pastoral needs. But he also identified another need: for healthcare.
“I have always been interested in medicine, even before I joined the seminary,” he explains. Consequently, he obtained a dispensation from Gozo Bishop Nikol Cauchi to study medicine at Iquitos’ university part-time, and graduated as a medical doctor after nine years.
He often sees patients at the parish, but notes that his parishioners clearly distinguish between his two roles.
“They call me doctor by day, and father by night,” he notes.
Helping out in the jungle
Though he is based in the city, Fr Portelli regularly ventures outside the parish to provide religious and medical services to isolated communities along the Momón River, a small tributary of the Amazon. Travelling by speedboat to reach a series of tiny villages, with the most distant one 12 hours away, the priest encounters a completely different reality.
These communities are virtually inaccessible most of the year, as a drop in water levels reduces the river to a muddy path, and are thus mostly self-reliant. People live in small huts with no doors – theft not being a concern in such an isolated place – in communities with no shops or facilities.
Stocking up on medicines for the journey, Fr Portelli takes care of common ailments such as diabetes and malaria. If more serious health issues are identified, he offers to take patients to the city, but they often refuse, as they are unwilling to leave their families behind.
Once all patients are treated, Fr Portelli holds a catechism session and celebrates mass, often illuminated by candlelight or kerosene lamps – electricity is unheard of so deep in the jungle. Though most are baptised Catholics, even non-Catholics attend mass out of respect.
Living conditions may be harsh, but Fr Portelli also notes that there is a strong sense of community in these villages, with people helping each other out. Everyone knows everyone else, and everyone helps out whenever a new house is built.
But every so often, village inhabitants try their luck in the city, effectively severing their ties with the community they grew up in. And as a result, they often feel lost among the city’s 400,000 inhabitants, struggling to fit in.
ANNUAL BBQ LUNCH
Grand Chapter of Melbourne.
Sunday 23 February, 2020.
The Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul organized its Annual BBQ to raise money for the needy.
As always, it was a very successful event and all the patrons were very happy with the food and the entertainment.
Thank you to all the volunteers who came to help the day before and on the day.
God bless you all.
Click on photos to enlarge.
OFFICIAL FLAG OF THE CONFRATERNITY
OF THE KNIGHTS OF ST. PETER & ST. PAUL
The flag of the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul created by the Grand Master Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli and put in details by Ross Sabatini.
The flag is now registered as a Trade Mark in the Australian Federal Government IP Australia.
Our aim is that one day the flag will fly in St. Peter Paul Square in Nadur during the feast of Mnarja.
NEW CHAPLAIN FOR THE GRAND CHAPTER OF MELBOURNE
The Grand Master and the Supreme Council of the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul has the pleasure to announce that Fr. Francis Buhagiar PE has accepted the nomination to become the third Chaplain of the Grand Chapter of Melbourne.
Born in Siġġiewi Malta, Fr. Francis served as a Parish Priest at St. Andrew's in Werribee and Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Maidstone.
Congratulations and welcome to the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul.
The Grand Master and the Supreme Council of the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul has the pleasure to announce that Fr. Francis Buhagiar PE has accepted the nomination to become the third Chaplain of the Grand Chapter of Melbourne.
Born in Siġġiewi Malta, Fr. Francis served as a Parish Priest at St. Andrew's in Werribee and Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Maidstone.
Congratulations and welcome to the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul.
NEW KNIGHTS IN THE CONFRATERNITY
In the recent years the Supreme Council of the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul has been very careful in accepting requests from people who want to join our organization.
Most of the request were not accepted for the reason that people are only interested in medal collections, titles and certificates.
We need our members to be dedicated to their role to help the needy and to bring respect to the Confraternity.
Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli
Grand Master
CKSPP
In the recent years the Supreme Council of the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul has been very careful in accepting requests from people who want to join our organization.
Most of the request were not accepted for the reason that people are only interested in medal collections, titles and certificates.
We need our members to be dedicated to their role to help the needy and to bring respect to the Confraternity.
Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli
Grand Master
CKSPP
HELPING THE EARTHQUAKE VICTIMS IN ALBANIA
Grand Chapter of Malta
The Grand Chapter of Malta, based in Nadur, Gozo, donated 200 Euros to the Earthquake Appeal of Albania to Archbishop George Frendo - Tirana , Durres – Albania.
Archbishop George Frendo O.P.
Picture below: A copy of the receipt from the Curia in Gozo.
Grand Chapter of Malta
The Grand Chapter of Malta, based in Nadur, Gozo, donated 200 Euros to the Earthquake Appeal of Albania to Archbishop George Frendo - Tirana , Durres – Albania.
Archbishop George Frendo O.P.
Picture below: A copy of the receipt from the Curia in Gozo.
HELPING THE BUSH FIRE VICTIMS
Thursday 2 January, 2020.
Today Members of the Supereme Council of the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul met with the victims of the bush fire in Lexton, Joe and Samantha Vella and some of their five children to present them with food and money.
The bush fire in Western Victoria burnt the property of the Vella family to the ground. The family are now living with relatives till they find a house to rent.
Special thanks to all those who made all this possible through fund raising and donations.
Joe Vella Thank you guys for everything that you have done for us we really appreciate it and your kindness. May God bless you all and hopefully one day we Can help someone else in need and again thank you very much for the bottom of our hearts thanks from Joe and Samantha Vella
Thursday 2 January, 2020.
Today Members of the Supereme Council of the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul met with the victims of the bush fire in Lexton, Joe and Samantha Vella and some of their five children to present them with food and money.
The bush fire in Western Victoria burnt the property of the Vella family to the ground. The family are now living with relatives till they find a house to rent.
Special thanks to all those who made all this possible through fund raising and donations.
Joe Vella Thank you guys for everything that you have done for us we really appreciate it and your kindness. May God bless you all and hopefully one day we Can help someone else in need and again thank you very much for the bottom of our hearts thanks from Joe and Samantha Vella
The Royal Women's Hospital Foundation
Melbourne Australia.
Recognition on receiving the donation from the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul
Grand Chapter of Malta
Dear Confreres and Brothers of the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul.
Wishing You All The Joy & Peace at Christmas
First of all the lotto number (il-prima) for the hamper is 53. And we had collected 180 Euros, and as I had informed you before we are going to give this money to H.E. Bishop Georg Frendo in Albania.
Tomorrow 23rd December, The Secretary Chev. Carmel Saliba, The Archpriest Rev. Fr. Jimmy Xerri and I, we are going to donate 3 hampers to 3 different families indicated by the Archpriest, 2 families in Ghajnsielem and 1 family in Nadur.
A photo of one of the hampers attached below. The hampers are the 3 the same.
On behalf of Our Confraternity I thanked all the sponsors who supplied me with all this staff.
Joseph Louis Meilak
President/Chancellor CKSPP
22 /12/19
Dear Confreres and Brothers of the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul.
Wishing You All The Joy & Peace at Christmas
First of all the lotto number (il-prima) for the hamper is 53. And we had collected 180 Euros, and as I had informed you before we are going to give this money to H.E. Bishop Georg Frendo in Albania.
Tomorrow 23rd December, The Secretary Chev. Carmel Saliba, The Archpriest Rev. Fr. Jimmy Xerri and I, we are going to donate 3 hampers to 3 different families indicated by the Archpriest, 2 families in Ghajnsielem and 1 family in Nadur.
A photo of one of the hampers attached below. The hampers are the 3 the same.
On behalf of Our Confraternity I thanked all the sponsors who supplied me with all this staff.
Joseph Louis Meilak
President/Chancellor CKSPP
22 /12/19
FEAST OF CHRIST THE KING LORD AND MASTER
Dear Confreres and friends of the Confraternity,
This Sunday 24 November, 2019, we are celebrating the feast of Christ the King.
It is proper as knights and dames of the Confraternity to pay homage to our Lord and Master Jesus Christ the King.
Romans 10:9 we read:
“if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus thou shalt be saved”.
This is paying true homage as worship by faith to our wonderful Lord Jesus.
We own Him as our “Lord” with full rights to be the One and only authority in our lives, and He grants us eternal life, blessing.
Gospel – Luke 23:35-43
The rulers sneered at Jesus and said, “He saved others, let him save himself if he is the chosen one, the Christ of God.”
Even the soldiers jeered at him. As they approached to offer him wine
they called out, “If you are King of the Jews, save yourself.”
Above him there was an inscription that read, “This is the King of the Jews.”
Now one of the criminals hanging there reviled Jesus, saying, “Are you not the Christ? Save yourself and us.”
The other, however, rebuking him, said in reply, “Have you no fear of God, for you are subject to the same condemnation?
And indeed, we have been condemned justly, for the sentence we received corresponds to our crimes, but this man has done nothing criminal.”
Then he said, “Jesus, remember me when you come into your kingdom.”
He replied to him, “Amen, I say to you, today you will be with me in Paradise.”
God bless you all.
Have a lovely weekend.
Yours sincerely in Christ Jesus the Lord.
Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli
Grand Master
CKSPP
Dear Confreres and friends of the Confraternity,
This Sunday 24 November, 2019, we are celebrating the feast of Christ the King.
It is proper as knights and dames of the Confraternity to pay homage to our Lord and Master Jesus Christ the King.
Romans 10:9 we read:
“if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus thou shalt be saved”.
This is paying true homage as worship by faith to our wonderful Lord Jesus.
We own Him as our “Lord” with full rights to be the One and only authority in our lives, and He grants us eternal life, blessing.
Gospel – Luke 23:35-43
The rulers sneered at Jesus and said, “He saved others, let him save himself if he is the chosen one, the Christ of God.”
Even the soldiers jeered at him. As they approached to offer him wine
they called out, “If you are King of the Jews, save yourself.”
Above him there was an inscription that read, “This is the King of the Jews.”
Now one of the criminals hanging there reviled Jesus, saying, “Are you not the Christ? Save yourself and us.”
The other, however, rebuking him, said in reply, “Have you no fear of God, for you are subject to the same condemnation?
And indeed, we have been condemned justly, for the sentence we received corresponds to our crimes, but this man has done nothing criminal.”
Then he said, “Jesus, remember me when you come into your kingdom.”
He replied to him, “Amen, I say to you, today you will be with me in Paradise.”
God bless you all.
Have a lovely weekend.
Yours sincerely in Christ Jesus the Lord.
Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli
Grand Master
CKSPP
Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul
Melbourne. Australia.
20 November, 2019
Yesterday the Members of the Supreme Council of the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul made a generous donation of $10,000 to the Royal Women's Hospital - Newborn Intensive Care Unit.
Every year more than1,600 babies who are born sick or prematurely are cared for by the specialist NICU team at the Women's.
Photo from left: Chevalier Saverio Greto, Dame Gail Vas, Dame Carmela Barbaro, Chevalier Vincenzo Galtieri. H.E. Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli - Grand Master presenting the cheque to Sue Jacobs Deputy Clinical Director - Neonatal Paediatrician, Laura Bignell Chief Midwifery and Nursing Officer, Dame Angela Greto and Dame Mimma Sabatini.
Melbourne. Australia.
20 November, 2019
Yesterday the Members of the Supreme Council of the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul made a generous donation of $10,000 to the Royal Women's Hospital - Newborn Intensive Care Unit.
Every year more than1,600 babies who are born sick or prematurely are cared for by the specialist NICU team at the Women's.
Photo from left: Chevalier Saverio Greto, Dame Gail Vas, Dame Carmela Barbaro, Chevalier Vincenzo Galtieri. H.E. Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli - Grand Master presenting the cheque to Sue Jacobs Deputy Clinical Director - Neonatal Paediatrician, Laura Bignell Chief Midwifery and Nursing Officer, Dame Angela Greto and Dame Mimma Sabatini.
FUND RAISING LUNCH TO RAISE MONEY FOR CHARITY
13 October, 2019
Group picture of the knights and dames of the Confraternity who attended the event.
The Grand Chapter of Melbourne of the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul organised a Fund Raising Lunch to donate money to charity.
The event was held at the Italian Community Club in East Keilor. 240 guests attended the lunch.
The money raised will be given to the Royal Women’s Hospital - Newborn Intensive Care Unit.
13 October, 2019
Group picture of the knights and dames of the Confraternity who attended the event.
The Grand Chapter of Melbourne of the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul organised a Fund Raising Lunch to donate money to charity.
The event was held at the Italian Community Club in East Keilor. 240 guests attended the lunch.
The money raised will be given to the Royal Women’s Hospital - Newborn Intensive Care Unit.
Donation to bishop George Bugeja of Tripoli
Grand Chapter of Malta
Nadur. Gozo
6 October, 2019
- This was the third time this year that the Grand Chapter of Malta of the Confraternity of the Knights of St Peter and St. Paul donated money to support a Catholic missions overseas.
- During his visit to his home country His Excellency Mons. Bishop George Bugeja celebrated Mass at St. Anthony's Church in Mgarr Gozo.
- The members of the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul attended the Mass and afterwards they presented a donation to Bishop Bugeja.
Thank you to our hard working members in Malta.
Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli
Grand Master
CKSPP
H.E. Bishop George Bugeja: Thanks for the help given to the community living in Tripoli.
Pope Francis appoints Mgr Bishop Mario Grech to top church role
Gozo Bishop Mario Grech has been appointed by Pope Francis to serve as Secretary General of the synod of bishops, one of the highest pastoral organs of the Catholic church.
The Grand Master, the Supreme Council and the Members of the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul extend the best wishes to His Excellency Monsignor Bishop Mario Grech on his appointment as Secretary General of the synod of bishops and we thank him for his support to the Confraternity.
Bishop Grech’s appointment to the prestigious role was announced yesterday by the Vatican.
He will continue to serve as apostolic administrator of the Gozo diocese until a new bishop is appointed.
Grech will head the synod of bishops, which is one of the highest pastoral organs of the Catholic church. He will formally take over from current secretary general Cardinal Lorenzo Baldisseri when his term ends in August 2020.
Malta’s ambassador to the Vatican, Frank Zammit, said Grech’s appointment signals the trust Pope Francis has in the Gozo Bishop.
“The role Mgr Mario Grech has been given represents the immense trust the Pope has in him. This role puts Grech at the heart of the collegial decisions bishops take and is one of the highest roles ever occupied by a Maltese in the Vatican,” Zammit said.
Vatican observers believe this appointment would put Grech on the road to become cardinal.
God bless His Excellency Monsignor Bishop Mario Grech and we ask him to keep the Confraternity in his prayers.
With every good wish.
Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli
Grand Master
CKSPP
Gozo Bishop Mario Grech has been appointed by Pope Francis to serve as Secretary General of the synod of bishops, one of the highest pastoral organs of the Catholic church.
The Grand Master, the Supreme Council and the Members of the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul extend the best wishes to His Excellency Monsignor Bishop Mario Grech on his appointment as Secretary General of the synod of bishops and we thank him for his support to the Confraternity.
Bishop Grech’s appointment to the prestigious role was announced yesterday by the Vatican.
He will continue to serve as apostolic administrator of the Gozo diocese until a new bishop is appointed.
Grech will head the synod of bishops, which is one of the highest pastoral organs of the Catholic church. He will formally take over from current secretary general Cardinal Lorenzo Baldisseri when his term ends in August 2020.
Malta’s ambassador to the Vatican, Frank Zammit, said Grech’s appointment signals the trust Pope Francis has in the Gozo Bishop.
“The role Mgr Mario Grech has been given represents the immense trust the Pope has in him. This role puts Grech at the heart of the collegial decisions bishops take and is one of the highest roles ever occupied by a Maltese in the Vatican,” Zammit said.
Vatican observers believe this appointment would put Grech on the road to become cardinal.
God bless His Excellency Monsignor Bishop Mario Grech and we ask him to keep the Confraternity in his prayers.
With every good wish.
Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli
Grand Master
CKSPP
Feast of St. Padre Pio in Melbourne
Sunday 15 September, 2019
The feast of St. Padre Pio of Pietrelcina was held today by the Italian community at the Our Lady of Ta' Pinu Shrine in Bacchus Marsh, Melbourne.
The Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul was invited to take part in the celebration.
Sunday 15 September, 2019
The feast of St. Padre Pio of Pietrelcina was held today by the Italian community at the Our Lady of Ta' Pinu Shrine in Bacchus Marsh, Melbourne.
The Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul was invited to take part in the celebration.
Grand Chapter of Melbourne
Feast of St. Peter and St. Paul in Melbourne
Sunday 30 June, 2019
The Grand Chapter of Melbourne celebrated the feast of St. Peter and St. Paul on Sunday 30 June, 2019 in the parish of St. Martin De Porres in Avondale Heights.
Fr. Victor Shields MSSP celebrated the Mass.
Feast of St. Peter and St. Paul in Melbourne
Sunday 30 June, 2019
The Grand Chapter of Melbourne celebrated the feast of St. Peter and St. Paul on Sunday 30 June, 2019 in the parish of St. Martin De Porres in Avondale Heights.
Fr. Victor Shields MSSP celebrated the Mass.
Grand Chapter of Portugal
Grand Master's visit
The Deputy Grand Master His Excellency Chevalier Professor Jose Ferreira Coelho and his Lady welcomed the Grand Master His Excellency Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli and Dame Mary Portelli in Lisbon on Wednesday 3 July, 2019.
After a short sight seeing trip around Lisbon, the group attended a book presentation by Professor Jose Ferreira Coelho at the Academia de Marinha.
Afterwards the group mingled with other guests over some beautiful Portuguese wines.
During the week long visit, the group visited many places of interest including Sintra, Mafra, Fatima and Porto.
In Mafra the group attended the Wine Fraternity convention and a concert at the Cathedral.
On Monday 8 July, the group met in Fatima with Chevalier Padre Antonio Manuel Martins for lunch and a tour of the Holy Sight where the Virgin Mary appeared to the three children Francisco and Jacinta Marto and their cousin Lúcia de Jesus Rosa dos Santos.
The group visited the home of Francesco and Jacinta Marto before Chevalier Padre Antonio Manuel Martins celebrated Mass for the occasion at the Chapel in Valinhos.
The trip in Portugal ended with a tour of the river and the city of Porto.
Thanks to His Excellency Chevalier Jose Ferreira Coelho and Chevalier Padre Antonio Manuel Martins for a beautiful week in Portugal.
Click on pictures to enlarge.
Grand Master's visit
The Deputy Grand Master His Excellency Chevalier Professor Jose Ferreira Coelho and his Lady welcomed the Grand Master His Excellency Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli and Dame Mary Portelli in Lisbon on Wednesday 3 July, 2019.
After a short sight seeing trip around Lisbon, the group attended a book presentation by Professor Jose Ferreira Coelho at the Academia de Marinha.
Afterwards the group mingled with other guests over some beautiful Portuguese wines.
During the week long visit, the group visited many places of interest including Sintra, Mafra, Fatima and Porto.
In Mafra the group attended the Wine Fraternity convention and a concert at the Cathedral.
On Monday 8 July, the group met in Fatima with Chevalier Padre Antonio Manuel Martins for lunch and a tour of the Holy Sight where the Virgin Mary appeared to the three children Francisco and Jacinta Marto and their cousin Lúcia de Jesus Rosa dos Santos.
The group visited the home of Francesco and Jacinta Marto before Chevalier Padre Antonio Manuel Martins celebrated Mass for the occasion at the Chapel in Valinhos.
The trip in Portugal ended with a tour of the river and the city of Porto.
Thanks to His Excellency Chevalier Jose Ferreira Coelho and Chevalier Padre Antonio Manuel Martins for a beautiful week in Portugal.
Click on pictures to enlarge.
Grand Chapter of Germany
Feast of Corpus Christi
The Grand Prior Chevalier Peter Michael Neuen and the Chancellor Dame Gabriele Neuen took part in the celebration of Corpus Christi In Deidesheim on Thursday, 20. June 2019.
An altar was built in a beautiful park and then the priest blessed the participants. It was a nice and worthy event that the Grand Prior and the Chancellor will be attending again next year."
Donation of Cloths
On Monday, 12. August, 2019, the Chancellor Dame Gabriele Neuen donated bags of cloths to the regional projects, such as the social department store "Fairness" in Neustadt / Weinstr. a facility for the creation of socially insured jobs for persons with disabilities. Donations in kind (clothes, small pieces of furniture, electrical articles, books and household goods) can be given here, which are again used by needy people and do not just end up in the garbage. Favourable prices can thus help this people who have to turn around the cent twice and it creates jobs for people with disabilities, so an optimal help for self-help!
Photos: Chancellor Dame Gabriele Neuen presented some bags with donations in kind to Mrs. Friedrich von Fairness Neustadt.
All the Conseurs and Confreres can support similar projects in their area, any kind of help to these organisations will help people in need.
Click on pictures to enlarge.
Feast of Corpus Christi
The Grand Prior Chevalier Peter Michael Neuen and the Chancellor Dame Gabriele Neuen took part in the celebration of Corpus Christi In Deidesheim on Thursday, 20. June 2019.
An altar was built in a beautiful park and then the priest blessed the participants. It was a nice and worthy event that the Grand Prior and the Chancellor will be attending again next year."
Donation of Cloths
On Monday, 12. August, 2019, the Chancellor Dame Gabriele Neuen donated bags of cloths to the regional projects, such as the social department store "Fairness" in Neustadt / Weinstr. a facility for the creation of socially insured jobs for persons with disabilities. Donations in kind (clothes, small pieces of furniture, electrical articles, books and household goods) can be given here, which are again used by needy people and do not just end up in the garbage. Favourable prices can thus help this people who have to turn around the cent twice and it creates jobs for people with disabilities, so an optimal help for self-help!
Photos: Chancellor Dame Gabriele Neuen presented some bags with donations in kind to Mrs. Friedrich von Fairness Neustadt.
All the Conseurs and Confreres can support similar projects in their area, any kind of help to these organisations will help people in need.
Click on pictures to enlarge.
Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul
Grand Chapter of Malta
Office address: Nadur Gozo.
The Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul Grand Chapter of Malta is based in Nadur, Gozo.
The summer of 2019 was a very busy time for the grand chapter, on two occasions we donated money to missions in Peru.
On Thursday 15 August, feast of the Assumption of Our Lady the Confraternity donated money to the mission of Bishop Giovanni Cefai MSSP a Maltese prelate
who heads the Territorial prelature
of Santiago Apóstol de Huancané, Peru.
Thanks to the Archpriest of the Parish of St. Peter and St. Paul in Nadur the Rev. Monsignor Jimmy Xerri, now we have a meeting room in Nadur, that we can use for our memorabilia.
Pictures below: Monsignor Jimmy Xerri Parish Priest of Nadur and Rev. Reuben Micallef Assistant Parish Priest welcomes H. E. Mons. Bishop Giovanni Cefai MSSP to the Basilica of St. Peter and St. Paul. Group photo of the Grand Chapter of Malta with Bishop Giovanni Cefai after the Mass.
Click on picture to enlarge.
Grand Chapter of Malta
Office address: Nadur Gozo.
The Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul Grand Chapter of Malta is based in Nadur, Gozo.
The summer of 2019 was a very busy time for the grand chapter, on two occasions we donated money to missions in Peru.
On Thursday 15 August, feast of the Assumption of Our Lady the Confraternity donated money to the mission of Bishop Giovanni Cefai MSSP a Maltese prelate
who heads the Territorial prelature
of Santiago Apóstol de Huancané, Peru.
Thanks to the Archpriest of the Parish of St. Peter and St. Paul in Nadur the Rev. Monsignor Jimmy Xerri, now we have a meeting room in Nadur, that we can use for our memorabilia.
Pictures below: Monsignor Jimmy Xerri Parish Priest of Nadur and Rev. Reuben Micallef Assistant Parish Priest welcomes H. E. Mons. Bishop Giovanni Cefai MSSP to the Basilica of St. Peter and St. Paul. Group photo of the Grand Chapter of Malta with Bishop Giovanni Cefai after the Mass.
Click on picture to enlarge.
Grand Chapter of Malta
Seat in Nadur Gozo.
The Grand Chapter of Malta had it's investiture ceremony on Monday 24 June at the City Hall in Nadur. Candidates Joe Louis Meilak and Joe M Attard were ordained new knights of the Confraternity.
Afterwards the members attended a Mass in the Basilica celebrated by the Rev. Dr. Raymond Portelli MD a missionary priest in Peru. After the Mass the Confraternity donated money to his mission.
On Friday, 28 June, the Grand Chapter took part in a procession accompanied by the clergy and Bishop of Gozo H.E. Mario Grech and afterwards in the Pontifical Vespers.
On Saturday 29 June, the Solemnity of St. Peter and St. Paul the Confraternity attended the Pontifical Mass in the Basilica of Nadur.
Seat in Nadur Gozo.
The Grand Chapter of Malta had it's investiture ceremony on Monday 24 June at the City Hall in Nadur. Candidates Joe Louis Meilak and Joe M Attard were ordained new knights of the Confraternity.
Afterwards the members attended a Mass in the Basilica celebrated by the Rev. Dr. Raymond Portelli MD a missionary priest in Peru. After the Mass the Confraternity donated money to his mission.
On Friday, 28 June, the Grand Chapter took part in a procession accompanied by the clergy and Bishop of Gozo H.E. Mario Grech and afterwards in the Pontifical Vespers.
On Saturday 29 June, the Solemnity of St. Peter and St. Paul the Confraternity attended the Pontifical Mass in the Basilica of Nadur.
Pictures from the celebrations of the feast of St. Peter and St. Paul in Nadur.
Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul
GRAND CHAPTER OF GERMANY
Saturday 25 May, 2019
The Grand Chapter of Germany led by Grand Prior Chevalier Peter Michael Neuen, had their investiture last Saturday, 25th of May 2019 in the beautiful city of Mannheim.
The Grand Prior Chevalier Peter Michael Neuen was assisted by the Chancellor Dame Gabriele Neuen.
They welcomed the new Conseurs Silvija and Beatrice and the new Confreres Daniel, Denis, Jörg-Peter, Simon and their son Alexander.
The new members were presented with a pin and the certificate of admission and all were really happy.
The Grand Master Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli sent a message to be read for the occasion.
After this ceremony an asparagus meal was served.
It was a very harmonious evening, new contacts were made and existing contacts deepened.
Congratulation to all.
Feast of St. Peter and St. Paul in Melbourne
Sunday 26 May, 2019
The Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul organized the feast of the Patron Saints in Melbourne yesterday at the Italian Community Hall in East Keilor.
People of different nationalities attended the event with good food and music.
la confraternita di San Pietro e Paolo festeggia San Pietro e Paolo grazie a tutti e stata una bellissima giornata
HYMN MARCH LILL SAN PIETRU PAWL
By the Maltese United Brass Band.
Click here to see the film: https://www.facebook.com/caterina.priscoglio/videos/10219656986606319/
Joe Said Meta Gunju jkun hiereg kull sena. Lix-xemx jghammar biex tkebbes id-dawl...……………… Hawn Malta fin-Nadur. Prosit keep up your good memories of our old Imnarja even in that big continent Australia.
Thank you to the Members of the Supreme Council and all the knights and dames for a wonderful job.
Well done. The yellow ribbons look great.
VIVA SAN PIETRU PAWL
Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli
Grand Master
Sunday 26 May, 2019
The Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul organized the feast of the Patron Saints in Melbourne yesterday at the Italian Community Hall in East Keilor.
People of different nationalities attended the event with good food and music.
la confraternita di San Pietro e Paolo festeggia San Pietro e Paolo grazie a tutti e stata una bellissima giornata
HYMN MARCH LILL SAN PIETRU PAWL
By the Maltese United Brass Band.
Click here to see the film: https://www.facebook.com/caterina.priscoglio/videos/10219656986606319/
Joe Said Meta Gunju jkun hiereg kull sena. Lix-xemx jghammar biex tkebbes id-dawl...……………… Hawn Malta fin-Nadur. Prosit keep up your good memories of our old Imnarja even in that big continent Australia.
Thank you to the Members of the Supreme Council and all the knights and dames for a wonderful job.
Well done. The yellow ribbons look great.
VIVA SAN PIETRU PAWL
Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli
Grand Master
Vittorio Mamone
It is with deep sadness to announce the passing of Vittorio Mamone husband of Dame Teresa Mamone.
Vitorio was an active member in the Club Italia in Furlong Road, North Sunshine.
His wife Dame Teresa Mamone is a Member of the Supreme Council of the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul.
Our condolence to Dame Teresa Mamone and the family.
God rest his soul.
Rest in peace Vitorio.
Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul
Grand Chapter of Melbourne
Annual Celebration Lunch
Sunday 26 May, 2019
At the ICKA Club
7 Keilor Park Drive. East Keilor
Time: 12-30 pm.
Music provided by: J & C Entertainment
and the Maltese United Brass Band
Jennifer & Colin Balbo
5 course meal, beer wine and soft drink.
Tickets: $45 Adults. Children 4-12 years: $25
For more details and to book call:
Angela Greto: 0412447321
Mimma Sabatini: 93370284
Vince Gartieri: 0418998558
Caterina Priscoglio: 0430302955
Maria Camiolo: 0437667721
Peter Paul Portelli: 0431473893
The Annual Celebration in Melbourne is taking place early this year because the Grand Master is visiting the chapters of Malta and Portugal during the feast of St. Peter and Paul.
The celebration in the church will take place as normal at the end of June.
Grand Chapter of Melbourne
Annual Celebration Lunch
Sunday 26 May, 2019
At the ICKA Club
7 Keilor Park Drive. East Keilor
Time: 12-30 pm.
Music provided by: J & C Entertainment
and the Maltese United Brass Band
Jennifer & Colin Balbo
5 course meal, beer wine and soft drink.
Tickets: $45 Adults. Children 4-12 years: $25
For more details and to book call:
Angela Greto: 0412447321
Mimma Sabatini: 93370284
Vince Gartieri: 0418998558
Caterina Priscoglio: 0430302955
Maria Camiolo: 0437667721
Peter Paul Portelli: 0431473893
The Annual Celebration in Melbourne is taking place early this year because the Grand Master is visiting the chapters of Malta and Portugal during the feast of St. Peter and Paul.
The celebration in the church will take place as normal at the end of June.
WE PRAY FOR OUR BROTHER AND SISTERS IN SRI LANKA
The Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul joins with His Holiness Pope Francis and other world leaders to condemn the attack on Christian places of worship.
200 people have died and 450 injured in a terrorist attack during the Easter Sunday service on Christian churches in Sri Lanka.
HAPPY AND HOLY EASTER TO YOU ALL
The Grand Master and the Supreme Council of the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul wishes to extend it's best wishes for a Holy and Solemn week.
Remembering and Proclaiming Christ's Death (Luke 22:19b; 1 Corinthians 11:23-26)
"This is my body given for you; do this in remembrance of me." (Luke 22:19b)
"23 For I received from the Lord what I also passed on to you: The Lord Jesus, on the night he was betrayed, took bread,
24 and when he had given thanks, he broke it and said, 'This is my body, which is for you; do this in remembrance of me.'
25 In the same way, after supper he took the cup, saying, "This cup is the new covenant in my blood; do this, whenever you drink it, in remembrance of me.'
26 For whenever you eat this bread and drink this cup, you proclaim the Lord's death until he comes." (1 Corinthians 11:23-26)
May the risen Lord bless us all.
Donations to the drought stricken farmers in Melbourne
Grand Chapter of Melbourne
10 March, 2019
Cash injection for desperate Gippsland farmers
EXCLUSIVE: Farmers will receive one-off payments of up to $3500 as part of an immediate government cash injection as part of a $13 million relief package to drought-ravaged Gippsland.
Yesterday was a great day for the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul, members of the Supreme Council travelled 240 km to the town of Giffard in South Gippsland to donated money to 5 farmers who are doing it tough to survive.
These farmers are finding it hard to keep their farm. Their farms haven't received good rain for 2 years.
It was an emotional moment for them as this was very unexpected and we became very excited when we started writing the cheques.
The Confraternity made new friends in Giffard, South Gippsland.
Farmer Dan Boland presented a book of the local history to the Confraternity on behalf of the local community.
We will keep in touch with these lovely people.
Peter Paul Portelli
Grand Master
CKSPP
Grand Chapter of Melbourne
10 March, 2019
Cash injection for desperate Gippsland farmers
EXCLUSIVE: Farmers will receive one-off payments of up to $3500 as part of an immediate government cash injection as part of a $13 million relief package to drought-ravaged Gippsland.
Yesterday was a great day for the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul, members of the Supreme Council travelled 240 km to the town of Giffard in South Gippsland to donated money to 5 farmers who are doing it tough to survive.
These farmers are finding it hard to keep their farm. Their farms haven't received good rain for 2 years.
It was an emotional moment for them as this was very unexpected and we became very excited when we started writing the cheques.
The Confraternity made new friends in Giffard, South Gippsland.
Farmer Dan Boland presented a book of the local history to the Confraternity on behalf of the local community.
We will keep in touch with these lovely people.
Peter Paul Portelli
Grand Master
CKSPP
Cathedra Petri
Feast of the Chair of St. Peter
Today is the feast of the Chair of St. Peter.
Happy feast day to all the Knights and Ladies of the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul.
The Chair of Saint Peter, also known as the Throne of Saint Peter, is a relic conserved in St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City, the sovereign enclave of the Pope inside Rome, Italy. The relic is a wooden throne that tradition claims the Apostle Saint Peter, the leader of the Early Christians in Rome and first Pope, used as Bishop of Rome. The relic is enclosed in a sculpted gilt bronze casing designed by Gian Lorenzo Bernini and executed between 1647 and 1653. In 2012, Pope Benedict XVI described the chair as "a symbol of the special mission of Peter and his Successors to tend Christ’s
flock, keeping it united in faith and in charity."
Feast of the Chair of St. Peter
Today is the feast of the Chair of St. Peter.
Happy feast day to all the Knights and Ladies of the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul.
The Chair of Saint Peter, also known as the Throne of Saint Peter, is a relic conserved in St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City, the sovereign enclave of the Pope inside Rome, Italy. The relic is a wooden throne that tradition claims the Apostle Saint Peter, the leader of the Early Christians in Rome and first Pope, used as Bishop of Rome. The relic is enclosed in a sculpted gilt bronze casing designed by Gian Lorenzo Bernini and executed between 1647 and 1653. In 2012, Pope Benedict XVI described the chair as "a symbol of the special mission of Peter and his Successors to tend Christ’s
flock, keeping it united in faith and in charity."
The Chair of Saint Peter, also known as the Throne of Saint Peter, is a relic conserved in St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City, the sovereign enclave of the Pope inside Rome, Italy.
The relic is enclosed in a sculpted gilt bronze casing designed by Gian Lorenzo Bernini and executed between 1647 and 1653. In 2012, Pope Benedict XVI describ
The relic is enclosed in a sculpted gilt bronze casing designed by Gian Lorenzo Bernini and executed between 1647 and 1653. In 2012, Pope Benedict XVI describ
LIST OF KNIGHTS AND DAMES
Click on the link to see the whole list of the Knights and dames, brothers and sisters of the Confraternity. http://www.knightsofstpeterandstpaul.com/about.html
Click on the link to see the whole list of the Knights and dames, brothers and sisters of the Confraternity. http://www.knightsofstpeterandstpaul.com/about.html
- H.E. Chev. Peter Paul Portelli - Grand Master
- H.E. Chev. Vincenzo Galtieri - Deputy Grand Master
- H.E. Professor Chev. José Manuel Martins Ferreira Coelho - Deputy Grand Master - Portugal
- Dame Angela Greto - Archgrand Prior
- Dame Gail Vas - Secretary
- Dame Domenica Sabatini – Treasurer
- Chev. Mario Sabatini - Council Member
- Chev. Sydney Vas - Council Member
- Dame Teresa Mamone - Council Member
- Chev. Joseph Coleiro - Secretary to the Grand Master
Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan welcomes Pope Francis to Abu Dhabi
3 February, 2019
His Holiness Pope Francis, head of the Catholic Church, arrived in Abu Dhabi this evening to begin his historic visit to the United Arab Emirates.
He was received at the airport by His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, and His Eminence Dr Ahmad Al Tayyeb, Grand Imam of Al Azhar Al Sharif. A number of children lined up with bouquets of roses to welcome the Pope.
His Eminence Dr Ahmad Al Tayyeb arrived in the UAE earlier in the day and was also received by His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed.
In a statement, Sheikh Mohamed welcomed the visit of Pope Francis and Dr Ahmad Al Tayyeb to the UAE. Expressing his great happiness, he said that the visit is especially important in promoting the values of fraternity, peace and peaceful coexistence. The visit is also significant because it reinforces ties of friendship and cooperation between the UAE and the Vatican, he said.
Sheikh Mohamed said that the UAE has been, and will continue to be, a beacon of tolerance, moderation and coexistence. It will be a key participant in the dialogue of civilisations and cultures, he said, and will continue to oppose intolerance and extremism regardless of its origin, thus embodying the noble human values it believes in as well as the openness and moderation that has always characterised its people.
Pope Francis and the Grand Imam of Al Azhar Al Sharif, he said, are universally respected and appreciated for their great humanitarian role in promoting dialogue and understanding across the world and their continuing efforts to defend just causes. They are also respected, he added, for rejecting conflict and war and promoting coexistence between people of different religious, sectarian and ethnic affiliations.
He went on to say that the visit of Pope Francis and the Grand Imam of Al Azhar to the UAE was especially significant as it occurs in the year which The President, His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, has declared as the Year of Tolerance.
It thus affirms that the UAE's role in spreading tolerance transcends local borders, and that the country's pioneering efforts have made it a global destination to launch civil society initiatives in support of the human fraternity.
Sheikh Mohamed said that this historic visit to the UAE sends a message to the whole world that the Arab region, the centre of the three monotheistic faiths, whose people have lived in harmony and peace for centuries, is unlike the often invoked image of extremism and terrorism. Rather, he concluded, the Arab region comprises millions of people who believe in coexistence and dialogue and renounce violence and extremism and who are open up to the world and willing to engage with it.
3 February, 2019
His Holiness Pope Francis, head of the Catholic Church, arrived in Abu Dhabi this evening to begin his historic visit to the United Arab Emirates.
He was received at the airport by His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, and His Eminence Dr Ahmad Al Tayyeb, Grand Imam of Al Azhar Al Sharif. A number of children lined up with bouquets of roses to welcome the Pope.
His Eminence Dr Ahmad Al Tayyeb arrived in the UAE earlier in the day and was also received by His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed.
In a statement, Sheikh Mohamed welcomed the visit of Pope Francis and Dr Ahmad Al Tayyeb to the UAE. Expressing his great happiness, he said that the visit is especially important in promoting the values of fraternity, peace and peaceful coexistence. The visit is also significant because it reinforces ties of friendship and cooperation between the UAE and the Vatican, he said.
Sheikh Mohamed said that the UAE has been, and will continue to be, a beacon of tolerance, moderation and coexistence. It will be a key participant in the dialogue of civilisations and cultures, he said, and will continue to oppose intolerance and extremism regardless of its origin, thus embodying the noble human values it believes in as well as the openness and moderation that has always characterised its people.
Pope Francis and the Grand Imam of Al Azhar Al Sharif, he said, are universally respected and appreciated for their great humanitarian role in promoting dialogue and understanding across the world and their continuing efforts to defend just causes. They are also respected, he added, for rejecting conflict and war and promoting coexistence between people of different religious, sectarian and ethnic affiliations.
He went on to say that the visit of Pope Francis and the Grand Imam of Al Azhar to the UAE was especially significant as it occurs in the year which The President, His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, has declared as the Year of Tolerance.
It thus affirms that the UAE's role in spreading tolerance transcends local borders, and that the country's pioneering efforts have made it a global destination to launch civil society initiatives in support of the human fraternity.
Sheikh Mohamed said that this historic visit to the UAE sends a message to the whole world that the Arab region, the centre of the three monotheistic faiths, whose people have lived in harmony and peace for centuries, is unlike the often invoked image of extremism and terrorism. Rather, he concluded, the Arab region comprises millions of people who believe in coexistence and dialogue and renounce violence and extremism and who are open up to the world and willing to engage with it.
Dame Gabriele Neuen appointed Chancellor
The Grand Master His Excellency Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli is happy to announce the elevation of Dame Gabriele Neuen to the Office of Chancellor for her loyal service to the Confraternity in general.
Dame Gabriele is always beside her husband Grand Prior Chevalier Peter Michael Neuen and she is always ready to provide her support.
A very well deserved role for the grand dame.
Congratulations.
Dame Gabriele Neuen appointed Chancellor
The Grand Master His Excellency Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli is happy to announce the elevation of Dame Gabriele Neuen to the Office of Chancellor for her loyal service to the Confraternity in general.
Dame Gabriele is always beside her husband Grand Prior Chevalier Peter Michael Neuen and she is always ready to provide her support.
A very well deserved role for the grand dame.
Congratulations.
GRAND MASTER'S VISIT TO PORTUGAL
The Grand Master His Excellency Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli and his wife Dame Mary Portelli will be visiting Lisbon, Porto and Fatima in the first week of July this year.
The Grand Master is attending the celebrations of the feast of St. Peter and Paul in Nadur, Gozo, his birth place before he travels to Portugal to meet up with the member of the Portuguese Chapter.
The Grand Chapter of Portugal will organize a Mass in the Chapel of the Apparition for the occasion.
This will be the second visit of the Grand Master in Portugal.
The Grand Master was a guest at the Lisbon Geography Society in July 2014
Images from Fatima July 2014.
With great sadness, we announce the passing of Chevalier William J Brown of Canada.
Chevalier William J Brown was invested in the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter and St. Paul in 30th. June, 2016
May he Rest in Peace.
May he Rest in Peace.
Supreme Council deliver Christmas Cheer
The Grand Master and members of the Supreme Council helped provide some Christmas cheer to a Syrian family this week at Deer Park, Melbourne. This must be a very difficult time for refugee families and we hope the feel a little more welcome in Australia and that someone is thinking of them at this time.
Members of the Supreme Council (centre back row, left to right) Chevalier Mario Sabatini, Grand Master H E Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli and Archgrand Prior Dame Angela Greto, donate food to the Syrian refuge family.
The Grand Master and members of the Supreme Council helped provide some Christmas cheer to a Syrian family this week at Deer Park, Melbourne. This must be a very difficult time for refugee families and we hope the feel a little more welcome in Australia and that someone is thinking of them at this time.
Members of the Supreme Council (centre back row, left to right) Chevalier Mario Sabatini, Grand Master H E Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli and Archgrand Prior Dame Angela Greto, donate food to the Syrian refuge family.
Merry Christmas everyone
The Grand Master and the Supreme Council of the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul wish you all a very Merry and blessed Christmas and a Happy and Safe New Year 2019.
God bless.
Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli
Grand
Grand Master
The Grand Master and the Supreme Council of the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul wish you all a very Merry and blessed Christmas and a Happy and Safe New Year 2019.
God bless.
Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli
Grand
Grand Master
BLESSING OF THE CHAPEL DEDICATED TO ST. PETER & PAUL
Sunday 18 November, 2018 will go down in history of the Maltese Cultural and Heritage Center in Albion, west of Melbourne as a memorable day, the blessing of the chapel.
The celebration started with the recital of the Holy Rosary at 5 pm.
After the rosary Fr. Frank Buhagiar blessed the chapel in the presence of the members of the MCAV and the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul.
After the blessing a procession was held from the chapel to the front of the Maltese Center and to the Grand Masters Hall for the celebration of the Mass.
The statue of Our Lady of Fatima which is a gift by Chevalier Chaplain of the CKSPP Fr. Antonio Manuel Martins of Porto in Portugal was carried by Mary Rapa.
The Holy Relics of St. Peter and Paul which were obtained through the kindness of the good Franciscan Nuns, the Poor Clares of St Francis and the Grand Prior of the CKSPP Chevalier Ramon Jose L. Sebastia-Moreno were carried by Fr. Francis Buhagiar.
Fr. Frank Buhagiar celebrated a beautiful Mass which was accompanied by a choir.
After the Mass the Chairman of the MCAV and the CKSPP Chevalier Les Tarczon and Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli President of the MCAV and Grand Master of the CKSPP said a few words about the history of the Maltese Cultural and Heritage Center and thanked everyone who helped to build the chapel and the attendees of the celebration.
The festivity concluded by a musical program by the resident band, the Maltese Own Band Philharmonic Society Inc. with the hymn of St. Paul, beautiful marches and a symphony of the composer Offenbach 'Infernal Gallop'.
Refreshments were served to the participants and the attendees.
Photos by Dame Mary Portelli.
Click on photos to enlarge.
Sunday 18 November, 2018 will go down in history of the Maltese Cultural and Heritage Center in Albion, west of Melbourne as a memorable day, the blessing of the chapel.
The celebration started with the recital of the Holy Rosary at 5 pm.
After the rosary Fr. Frank Buhagiar blessed the chapel in the presence of the members of the MCAV and the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul.
After the blessing a procession was held from the chapel to the front of the Maltese Center and to the Grand Masters Hall for the celebration of the Mass.
The statue of Our Lady of Fatima which is a gift by Chevalier Chaplain of the CKSPP Fr. Antonio Manuel Martins of Porto in Portugal was carried by Mary Rapa.
The Holy Relics of St. Peter and Paul which were obtained through the kindness of the good Franciscan Nuns, the Poor Clares of St Francis and the Grand Prior of the CKSPP Chevalier Ramon Jose L. Sebastia-Moreno were carried by Fr. Francis Buhagiar.
Fr. Frank Buhagiar celebrated a beautiful Mass which was accompanied by a choir.
After the Mass the Chairman of the MCAV and the CKSPP Chevalier Les Tarczon and Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli President of the MCAV and Grand Master of the CKSPP said a few words about the history of the Maltese Cultural and Heritage Center and thanked everyone who helped to build the chapel and the attendees of the celebration.
The festivity concluded by a musical program by the resident band, the Maltese Own Band Philharmonic Society Inc. with the hymn of St. Paul, beautiful marches and a symphony of the composer Offenbach 'Infernal Gallop'.
Refreshments were served to the participants and the attendees.
Photos by Dame Mary Portelli.
Click on photos to enlarge.
New candidates for the Grand Chapter of Germany
The Grand Prior Chevalier Peter Michael Neuen has nominated Simon Schwarz , Frank and Leonie Steinmetz as the new candidates for the Grand Chapter of Germany.
The nominations will be tabled for acceptance by the Supreme Council in the November meeting.
Chev. Joerg Peter Jung Dame Beatrice Franz Chev. Denis Haas
Frank Steinmetz Leonie Steinmetz Simon Schwarz
Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul in Swan Hill
The Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul was invited to take part in the celebrations of the feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel in Swan Hill, Melbourne.
The feast was celebrated by the Italian community of Swan Hill.
Well done to our members who attended the event.
Mass of the Confraternity in Melbourne
Sunday 8 July, 2018.
Held at St. Augustine's Church in Keilor Park.
Fr. Benneth Osuagnu presided on the Mass and the investiture.
His Excellency Bishop Raffeale Rossi of the Coptic Church played beautiful hymns on the organ.
It was truly a very nice ceremony.
Video of Fr. Benneth Osuagnu says the Our Father
Click on the link to watch: https://www.facebook.com/peter.paul.portelli.1/videos/2175886672425995/
The Confraternity Mass and investiture ceremony in Melbourne
The Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul in Melbourne, Australia, celebrated Mass and an investiture ceremony on Sunday 1 July, 2018 at St. Martin De Porres Parish in Avondale Heights. After the Holy Communion Antonino Giarrusso took the vow to join the Confraternity.
Another investiture ceremony was held on Sunday 8 July at St. Augustine's Church in Keilor Park.
Fr. Benneth Osuagnu presided on the Mass and the investiture.
His Excellency Bishop Raffeale Rossi of the Coptic Church played beautiful hymns on the organ.
It was a very nice ceremony.
Carmela Barbaro, Michele Priscoglio and Caterina Priscoglio took the vow to join the Confraternity.
A warm welcome to all our new members around the world.
God bless the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul.
The Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul in Melbourne, Australia, celebrated Mass and an investiture ceremony on Sunday 1 July, 2018 at St. Martin De Porres Parish in Avondale Heights. After the Holy Communion Antonino Giarrusso took the vow to join the Confraternity.
Another investiture ceremony was held on Sunday 8 July at St. Augustine's Church in Keilor Park.
Fr. Benneth Osuagnu presided on the Mass and the investiture.
His Excellency Bishop Raffeale Rossi of the Coptic Church played beautiful hymns on the organ.
It was a very nice ceremony.
Carmela Barbaro, Michele Priscoglio and Caterina Priscoglio took the vow to join the Confraternity.
A warm welcome to all our new members around the world.
God bless the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul.
Rev. Fr. Benneth Osuagnu PP. His Excellency Bishop Raffeale Rossi
Antiphon of St. Peter and Paul at the Basilica of St. Peter and St. Paul in Nadur, Gozo. Malta.
Video by Chevalier Carmel Saliba.
Click on link to play. https://www.facebook.com/carmel.saliba/videos/10154502848756594/
Video by Chevalier Carmel Saliba.
Click on link to play. https://www.facebook.com/carmel.saliba/videos/10154502848756594/
HAPPY FEAST OF ST. PETER AND ST. PAUL
The Grand Master and the Supreme Council of the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul takes the opportunity to wish our knights and Dames a very Happy Feast of St. Peter and St. Paul on 29 June.
Happy feast is also extended to all the visitors on this site.
God bless you.
Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli
Grand Master
Melbourne Australia.
Titular painting of SS. Peter and Paul in the Basilica of Nadur.
The painting depicts SS. Peter and Paul in the Mamertine prison in Rome.
The Grand Master and the Supreme Council of the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul takes the opportunity to wish our knights and Dames a very Happy Feast of St. Peter and St. Paul on 29 June.
Happy feast is also extended to all the visitors on this site.
God bless you.
Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli
Grand Master
Melbourne Australia.
Titular painting of SS. Peter and Paul in the Basilica of Nadur.
The painting depicts SS. Peter and Paul in the Mamertine prison in Rome.
Celebration of the Republic Day of Italy in Melbourne
Grand Chapter of Melbourne.
Sunday 3 June, 2018
The Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul was invited to take part in the celebration to commemorate Republic Day of Italy, in Melbourne.
The celebration was held at St. Bridget Church in North Fitzroy and the prime celebrant was H.E. The Most Rev. Bishop Terence Curtin DD.
God bless the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul.
Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli
Grand Master
Grand Chapter of Melbourne.
Sunday 3 June, 2018
The Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul was invited to take part in the celebration to commemorate Republic Day of Italy, in Melbourne.
The celebration was held at St. Bridget Church in North Fitzroy and the prime celebrant was H.E. The Most Rev. Bishop Terence Curtin DD.
God bless the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul.
Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli
Grand Master
Celebration of Republic Day of Italy in Melbourne 2018
Grand Chapter of British Columbia
By Grand Prior Chevalier Guenter Alfred Rieger
Members
Honorary Members
The Most Reverend His Excellency, Bishop Joseph Phuong Nguyen
Bishop ,Kamloops Diocese, BC
Chaplain for the Honorary Member Father Anthony Ackermann
Rector Parish Priest St. Joseph's Armstrong, BC
Priest Carmel of St. Joseph, Armstrong, BC
Mount Carmel is the home church of
the Knights St. Peter and St. Paul, Chapter of
British Columbia.
Father Peter Hoan Nguyen
Rector Parish Priest of St. James, Vernon, BC
Priest of Our Lady of the Valley, Coldstream, BC
Chapter of British Columbia.
By Grand Prior Chevalier Guenter Alfred Rieger
Members
Honorary Members
The Most Reverend His Excellency, Bishop Joseph Phuong Nguyen
Bishop ,Kamloops Diocese, BC
Chaplain for the Honorary Member Father Anthony Ackermann
Rector Parish Priest St. Joseph's Armstrong, BC
Priest Carmel of St. Joseph, Armstrong, BC
Mount Carmel is the home church of
the Knights St. Peter and St. Paul, Chapter of
British Columbia.
Father Peter Hoan Nguyen
Rector Parish Priest of St. James, Vernon, BC
Priest of Our Lady of the Valley, Coldstream, BC
Chapter of British Columbia.
Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul
Grand Chapter of Germany.
26 May, 2018
On the weekend Chevalier Peter Michael Neuen and his wife Dame Gabriele Neuen were in Malta and they were officially presented to S.E. Prime Minister Joseph Muscat and to the Speaker of the House of Representatives S.E. Dr. Angelo Farrugia MP. Mr. Farrugia is a very sympathetic person and he took a lot of interest to know that Gabriele and myself are members of the Confraternity of St. Peter and St. Paul and we took part in a procession of the feast of St. Peter and St. Paul in Nadur, Gozo last June and I was astonished that a lot of people are familiar with our Fraternity.
Chevalier Peter Michael Neuen
Grand Prior
Grand Chapter of Germany.
26 May, 2018
On the weekend Chevalier Peter Michael Neuen and his wife Dame Gabriele Neuen were in Malta and they were officially presented to S.E. Prime Minister Joseph Muscat and to the Speaker of the House of Representatives S.E. Dr. Angelo Farrugia MP. Mr. Farrugia is a very sympathetic person and he took a lot of interest to know that Gabriele and myself are members of the Confraternity of St. Peter and St. Paul and we took part in a procession of the feast of St. Peter and St. Paul in Nadur, Gozo last June and I was astonished that a lot of people are familiar with our Fraternity.
Chevalier Peter Michael Neuen
Grand Prior
Grand Prior Chevalier Peter Michael Neuen and his lady Dame Gabriele Neuen in Malta.
Grand Prior Assisting the Grand Master in the USA
It is with great pleasure to announce the promotion of Chevalier Matthew Whisman of the Chapter of Kentucky to Grand Prior Assisting the Grand Master in the USA. Chevalier Matthew Whisman has done a great job building the Chapter of Kentucky and other chapters around the world.
Congratulations.
Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli
Grand Master
It is with great pleasure to announce the promotion of Chevalier Matthew Whisman of the Chapter of Kentucky to Grand Prior Assisting the Grand Master in the USA. Chevalier Matthew Whisman has done a great job building the Chapter of Kentucky and other chapters around the world.
Congratulations.
Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli
Grand Master
New knight for Germany
The Grand Prior of Germany, Chevalier Peter Michael Neuen nominated Roland Raith of Austria to the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul.
The nomination was accepted by the Supreme Council of Wednesday 3 May, 2018,
Congratulations and welcome to the Confraternity.
Dear Grand Master Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli,
Thank you very much for your trust in me and also my admission to the Confraternity.
I´m very proud of being a part of it.
I will fully support my brothers and sisters to grow the Chapter of Germany
The Grand Prior of Germany, Chevalier Peter Michael Neuen nominated Roland Raith of Austria to the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul.
The nomination was accepted by the Supreme Council of Wednesday 3 May, 2018,
Congratulations and welcome to the Confraternity.
Dear Grand Master Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli,
Thank you very much for your trust in me and also my admission to the Confraternity.
I´m very proud of being a part of it.
I will fully support my brothers and sisters to grow the Chapter of Germany
New appointees in the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul
In the meeting of 5 April, 2018 the Supreme Council accepted the nominations of 5 candidates.
Three of the nominations came from the Prior of Kentucky Chevalier Matthew Whisman for the Grand Chapter of the USA.
One nomination from the Prior of Albania Chevalier Zef Bushati and one candidate from Western Australia.
Congratulations to all.
In the meeting of 5 April, 2018 the Supreme Council accepted the nominations of 5 candidates.
Three of the nominations came from the Prior of Kentucky Chevalier Matthew Whisman for the Grand Chapter of the USA.
One nomination from the Prior of Albania Chevalier Zef Bushati and one candidate from Western Australia.
Congratulations to all.
INTERESTED IN OUR CONFRATERNITY?
St. Peter and St. Paul were the first missionaries of Christ.
If you think that you are a missionary, you can be a candidate to join our respected charitable organization.
People who are good Catholics, honest, humble and caring for others can join our Confraternity.
People who help the poor and the sick.
Write to us: grandmaster.knightsstpeterpaul@gmail.com
St. Peter and St. Paul were the first missionaries of Christ.
If you think that you are a missionary, you can be a candidate to join our respected charitable organization.
People who are good Catholics, honest, humble and caring for others can join our Confraternity.
People who help the poor and the sick.
Write to us: grandmaster.knightsstpeterpaul@gmail.com
FEAST OF ST. PETER AND ST. PAUL IN NADUR 2017
In this video you can see the Chaplains of the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul Fr. Manuel Sunaz of Melbourne and Fr. Antonio Manuel Martins of Portugal, in the entry procession to the Basilica. 29 June, 2017.
This is the oldest feast in Malta, called l-Imnarja.
Enjoy the celebration, the beauty of the basilica of St. Peter and St. Paul, the music of the orchestra and the choir, the decorations, etc.
Click here to watch: https://www.facebook.com/1135436526561009/videos/1144156505689011/
In this video you can see the Chaplains of the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul Fr. Manuel Sunaz of Melbourne and Fr. Antonio Manuel Martins of Portugal, in the entry procession to the Basilica. 29 June, 2017.
This is the oldest feast in Malta, called l-Imnarja.
Enjoy the celebration, the beauty of the basilica of St. Peter and St. Paul, the music of the orchestra and the choir, the decorations, etc.
Click here to watch: https://www.facebook.com/1135436526561009/videos/1144156505689011/
People who cares
Today Sunday,18 March, 2018 the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul organised a Fund Raising Barbeque Lunch in Avondale Height, Melbourne..
Members and non members started preparing from some days ago and yesterday they set up the hall. Today they started cooking from the early hours and by noon everything was ready to be served.
Carmela Barbaro opened the lunch with a prayer and our Chaplain Fr. Manuel Sunaz blessed the food and the guests.
The Mayor of the City of Moonee Valley Cr. John Sipek was also present.
This was another successful event, it was nice to see some old faced and new ones.
Everyone had a very good time.
One thing that hit me most was when Carmela Barbaro and two other lovely ladies too out Marjory Cassar who walks with the aid of a frame on the dance floor.
How nice is that, such beautiful and caring people.
I like to thank all the members of the Confraternity, the helpers and the donators for their contribution.
God bless you all.
Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli
Grand Master
Today Sunday,18 March, 2018 the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul organised a Fund Raising Barbeque Lunch in Avondale Height, Melbourne..
Members and non members started preparing from some days ago and yesterday they set up the hall. Today they started cooking from the early hours and by noon everything was ready to be served.
Carmela Barbaro opened the lunch with a prayer and our Chaplain Fr. Manuel Sunaz blessed the food and the guests.
The Mayor of the City of Moonee Valley Cr. John Sipek was also present.
This was another successful event, it was nice to see some old faced and new ones.
Everyone had a very good time.
One thing that hit me most was when Carmela Barbaro and two other lovely ladies too out Marjory Cassar who walks with the aid of a frame on the dance floor.
How nice is that, such beautiful and caring people.
I like to thank all the members of the Confraternity, the helpers and the donators for their contribution.
God bless you all.
Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli
Grand Master
New Grand Prior for Germany
On the feast of the Chair of St. Peter, Chevalier Peter Neuen has been appointed the new Grand Prior of Germany.
God bless in St. Peter and St. Paul.
Congratulations.
Feast of the Chair of St. Peter, apostle
February 22, 2018 - Liturgical
The Chair of Saint Peter (Latin: Cathedra Petri), also known as the Throne of Saint Peter, is a relic conserved in St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City, the sovereign enclave of the Pope inside Rome, Italy. The relic is a wooden throne that tradition claims the Apostle Saint Peter, the leader of the Early Christians in Rome and first Pope, used as Bishop of Rome.[1] The relic is enclosed in a sculpted gilt bronze casing designed by Gian Lorenzo Bernini and executed between 1647 and 1653.[1] In 2012, Pope Benedict XVI described the chair as "a symbol of the special mission of Peter and his Successors to tend Christ’s flock, keeping it united in faith and in charity."[2]
The wooden throne was a gift from Holy Roman Emperor Charles the Bald to Pope John VIII in 875.[1] It has been studied many times over the years, the last being from 1968 to 1974, when it was last removed from the Bernini altar.[3] That study concluded that it was not a double, but rather a single, chair with a covering and that no part of the chair dated earlier than the sixth century.[3]
The Chair is the cathedra of St. Peter's Basilica. Cathedra is Latin for "chair" or "throne", and denominates the chair or seat of a bishop, hence "cathedral" denominates the Bishop's church in an episcopal see. The Popes formerly used the Chair. It is distinct from the Papal Cathedra in St. John Lateran Archbasilica, also in Rome, which is the actual cathedral church of the Pope.
Feast of St. Paul in Melbourne
11 February, 2018
Today, the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul took part in the celebration of the feast of our patron saint at St. Paul’s Parish in West Sunshine.
The attendance by our members was quite good and the celebration by our own Chaplain Fr. Manuel Sunaz, was very nice.
It was a very successful event.
Our next event is the feast of St. Francis of Paola at the Calabria Club in Bulla on Sunday 4 March. I will give you the exact time in the coming days.
Our Confraternity is build by God Himself and Protected by His Mother Mary and St. Peter & St. Paul.
Our Confraternity is being guarded by Fr. William Jordan and Bishop Emanuel Barbara.
God Bless the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul
Peter Paul Portelli
Grand Master
11 February, 2018
Today, the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul took part in the celebration of the feast of our patron saint at St. Paul’s Parish in West Sunshine.
The attendance by our members was quite good and the celebration by our own Chaplain Fr. Manuel Sunaz, was very nice.
It was a very successful event.
Our next event is the feast of St. Francis of Paola at the Calabria Club in Bulla on Sunday 4 March. I will give you the exact time in the coming days.
Our Confraternity is build by God Himself and Protected by His Mother Mary and St. Peter & St. Paul.
Our Confraternity is being guarded by Fr. William Jordan and Bishop Emanuel Barbara.
God Bless the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul
Peter Paul Portelli
Grand Master
Guardians of the Confraternity
In the meeting of the Supreme Council of the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul, on Wednesday 31 January, 2018, the Council honoured the late Bishop Msgr. Emanuel Barbara OFM. Cap and Rev. Fr. Dr. William Jordan as Guardians of the Confraternity.
Bishop Emanuel Barbara was very supportive of the Confraternity, while Fr. William Jordan was the first chaplain.
Guardians of the Confraternity, Pray for us.
In the meeting of the Supreme Council of the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul, on Wednesday 31 January, 2018, the Council honoured the late Bishop Msgr. Emanuel Barbara OFM. Cap and Rev. Fr. Dr. William Jordan as Guardians of the Confraternity.
Bishop Emanuel Barbara was very supportive of the Confraternity, while Fr. William Jordan was the first chaplain.
Guardians of the Confraternity, Pray for us.
Letter from the Vatican to the Grand Chapter of Germany
STATE SECRETARIAT
SECTION ONE
GENERAL AFFAIRS
N.382·700
With joy and gratitude, Pope Francis received the good wishes and the many signs of appreciation given to him for Christmas and New Year, as well as for his birthday. His Holiness also thanks You for expressing your attachment and especially for prayer.
To meet God, one has to go where HE is: one has to bow down, humble oneself, make oneself small. The child in the stable calls us to let go the illusions of the transitory, to go to the essential. In this way we will be able to rediscover the peace, the joy and the great meaning of life in the simplicity of the child of God. (cf Pope Francis Homily in Christmas Mass 2016). With this desire, the Holy Father asks for the protection and blessings of the merciful God for You and all who are close to you and for a good year 2018.
Prelate Paulo Borgia
Assessor
STATE SECRETARIAT
SECTION ONE
GENERAL AFFAIRS
N.382·700
- Vidimus gloriam eius,
- gloriam quasi Unigeniti a Patre,
- plenum gratiae et veritatis.
- We have seen his glory,
- glory as of the only Son from the Father,
- full of grace and truth.
- (John 1, 14)
With joy and gratitude, Pope Francis received the good wishes and the many signs of appreciation given to him for Christmas and New Year, as well as for his birthday. His Holiness also thanks You for expressing your attachment and especially for prayer.
To meet God, one has to go where HE is: one has to bow down, humble oneself, make oneself small. The child in the stable calls us to let go the illusions of the transitory, to go to the essential. In this way we will be able to rediscover the peace, the joy and the great meaning of life in the simplicity of the child of God. (cf Pope Francis Homily in Christmas Mass 2016). With this desire, the Holy Father asks for the protection and blessings of the merciful God for You and all who are close to you and for a good year 2018.
Prelate Paulo Borgia
Assessor
Death of His Excellency Monsignor Bishop Emanuel Barbara OFM Cap.
- Dear Confreres and friends of the Confraternity,
It is with great sadness to inform you that His Excellency Monsignor Bishop Emanuel Barbara OFM Cap has passed away to eternal life in his sleep.
He was a very good shepherd of God and a friend of the Confraternity of the Knights of St Peter and St Paul.
Some of us are very fortunate that we have met Bishop Barbara, when he celebrated Mass for us on Saturday, 24 June, 2017 in the Basilica of St. Peter and St. Paul in Nadur, Gozo, Malta.
Bishop Barbara will be always remembered in our hearts and in the history of the Confraternity.
Watch a video of the celebration in Malta by Chevalier Carmel Saliba. Click on the link: https://www.facebook.com/carmel.saliba/videos/10154999060561594/
Emanuel Barbara OFM Cap (27 October 1949 – 5 JanBishop uary 2018) was a Maltese bishop who served as the Bishop of Malindi in Kenya.
Bishop Barbara was born in Gzira Malta on 27 October 1949. He joined the Order of Friars Minor Capuchin and took his solemn profession on 26 September 1966.[1] In 1973 he was ordained to the diaconate and a year later on July 20 he was ordained as a priest. Until 2008 he served as a priest in the Diocese of Malindi. He also served as Provincial Minister of the Maltese Capuchin Province.[2] In 2011 Pope Benedict XVI appointed him bishop of Malindi in Kenya and on 1 October 2011 he was consecrated by Cardinal John Njue. On 1 November 2013 Barbara was appointed as Apostolic Administrator of the Archdiocese of Mombasa after the see fell vacant because of the resignation of Archbishop Boniface Lele.[3]
Lord God grant him eternal rest.
Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli
Grand Master
Pope Leo X
Founder of the Order of St. Peter
Pope Leo X (11 December 1475 – 1 December 1521), born Giovanni di Lorenzo de' Medici, was Pope from 9 March 1513 to his death in 1521.[1] The second son of Lorenzo the Magnificent, ruler of the Florentine Republic, he was elevated to the cardinalate in 1489.
Following the death of Pope Julius II, Giovanni was elected pope after securing the backing of the younger members of the Sacred College. Early on in his rule he oversaw the closing sessions of the Fifth Council of the Lateran, but failed sufficiently to implement the reforms agreed. In 1517 he led a costly war that succeeded in securing his nephew as duke of Urbino, but which damaged the papal finances. He later only narrowly escaped a plot by some cardinals to poison him.
The Order of the Knights of St. Peter's was made up of 401 men chosen from among the best and most faithful collaborators of the Pope and of the Church.
The Order was given the task of managing the administrative affairs of the Apostolic Camera , and to ensure a body of knights to defend the safety of the person of the Pope and of the same hospitals , used on various sectors of necessity of war.
Pope Clement VII , born Giulio de 'Medici , the successor of Pope Leo X in 1522 , confirming this Order with a further Bull issued in October of 1526 , published at the Chancery of the Pontifical January 3, 1527 .
Pope Paul III
Pope Paul III reaffirmed the Board of the Knights of St. Peter ( Papal Bull of 26 February 1534 , published in the Papal Chancellery on 20 December 1535 ) with the same forms , methods and content produced by Pope Leo X. He did , however, most , wanted to not duplicate such an order creating another mirror under the name of the College of the Knights of St. Paul, by a Bull of 25 June 1540 , which saw the publication in the Papal Chancellery July 19, 1541 .
This new Board was composed of 200 Knights. It was confirmed by Pope Julius III on March 21, 1549.
In this way, and for a long time the two Orders were completely equalized by Pope Paul III and was thus decided that the Knights could at the same time belong either to one or the other order . However, the two Orders were never merged, each maintaining its own identity. Being Knights of the aforesaid Orders also meant to be declared Diners and Family of the Pope and at the same time the Knights of the Golden Militia , as well as accounts of the House Lateran and therefore ascribed to the highest degree of Nobility Pontifical .
The two orders , which were , however, further confirmation in 1561 by Pope Pius IV in the late sixteenth century lost their vitality, at least from the perspective of the documentary, not so much for physiological reasons as to the exhaustion of their ancient mission.
In summary it is certain that when in 1520 Pope Leo X established the Board of the Knights of St. Peter's intended to create a College of trusted men , clergymen and not , at the same time they had the dual task of lifting the Apostolic Chamber administrative burdens, constitute a ' wide Assembly of expert Advisors , ready to provide its expertise to the discussions within the State .
Pope Paul III at the time of the creation of the College of the Knights of St. Paul, homologous to that of the Knights of St. Peter , he wanted to strengthen the provision of Pope Leo X but also introduce the new order with the appearance of Chivalry Army Military Company that lacked first , so that It could not contravene the papal command when they asked to be followed in both arms during the sessions of the Council is in any holy wars according to the needs of the moment.
Founder of the Order of St. Peter
Pope Leo X (11 December 1475 – 1 December 1521), born Giovanni di Lorenzo de' Medici, was Pope from 9 March 1513 to his death in 1521.[1] The second son of Lorenzo the Magnificent, ruler of the Florentine Republic, he was elevated to the cardinalate in 1489.
Following the death of Pope Julius II, Giovanni was elected pope after securing the backing of the younger members of the Sacred College. Early on in his rule he oversaw the closing sessions of the Fifth Council of the Lateran, but failed sufficiently to implement the reforms agreed. In 1517 he led a costly war that succeeded in securing his nephew as duke of Urbino, but which damaged the papal finances. He later only narrowly escaped a plot by some cardinals to poison him.
The Order of the Knights of St. Peter's was made up of 401 men chosen from among the best and most faithful collaborators of the Pope and of the Church.
The Order was given the task of managing the administrative affairs of the Apostolic Camera , and to ensure a body of knights to defend the safety of the person of the Pope and of the same hospitals , used on various sectors of necessity of war.
Pope Clement VII , born Giulio de 'Medici , the successor of Pope Leo X in 1522 , confirming this Order with a further Bull issued in October of 1526 , published at the Chancery of the Pontifical January 3, 1527 .
Pope Paul III
Pope Paul III reaffirmed the Board of the Knights of St. Peter ( Papal Bull of 26 February 1534 , published in the Papal Chancellery on 20 December 1535 ) with the same forms , methods and content produced by Pope Leo X. He did , however, most , wanted to not duplicate such an order creating another mirror under the name of the College of the Knights of St. Paul, by a Bull of 25 June 1540 , which saw the publication in the Papal Chancellery July 19, 1541 .
This new Board was composed of 200 Knights. It was confirmed by Pope Julius III on March 21, 1549.
In this way, and for a long time the two Orders were completely equalized by Pope Paul III and was thus decided that the Knights could at the same time belong either to one or the other order . However, the two Orders were never merged, each maintaining its own identity. Being Knights of the aforesaid Orders also meant to be declared Diners and Family of the Pope and at the same time the Knights of the Golden Militia , as well as accounts of the House Lateran and therefore ascribed to the highest degree of Nobility Pontifical .
The two orders , which were , however, further confirmation in 1561 by Pope Pius IV in the late sixteenth century lost their vitality, at least from the perspective of the documentary, not so much for physiological reasons as to the exhaustion of their ancient mission.
In summary it is certain that when in 1520 Pope Leo X established the Board of the Knights of St. Peter's intended to create a College of trusted men , clergymen and not , at the same time they had the dual task of lifting the Apostolic Chamber administrative burdens, constitute a ' wide Assembly of expert Advisors , ready to provide its expertise to the discussions within the State .
Pope Paul III at the time of the creation of the College of the Knights of St. Paul, homologous to that of the Knights of St. Peter , he wanted to strengthen the provision of Pope Leo X but also introduce the new order with the appearance of Chivalry Army Military Company that lacked first , so that It could not contravene the papal command when they asked to be followed in both arms during the sessions of the Council is in any holy wars according to the needs of the moment.
Bulla erectionis officii dominorum Militum S. Petri de numero Participantium ... By Papa Leo (X.)
His Excellency Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli
Grand Master
Fund Raising Charity Luncheon
Charity Fund Raising Luncheon
Today the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul organised a Luncheon to support charities in poor countries.
It was a very successful event and everyone had a lovely time.
Thanks to all the sponsors and all the helpers. It was a very tiring weekend to all involved but it was worth it.
God bless you all.
The Gospel today said:
Matthew 25:35-40
For I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me drink, I was a stranger and you welcomed me, I was naked and you clothed me, I was sick and you visited me, I was in prison and you came to me.
And the King will answer them, ‘Truly, I say to you, as you did it to one of the least of these my brothers,[a] you did it to me.’
Charity Fund Raising Luncheon
Today the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul organised a Luncheon to support charities in poor countries.
It was a very successful event and everyone had a lovely time.
Thanks to all the sponsors and all the helpers. It was a very tiring weekend to all involved but it was worth it.
God bless you all.
The Gospel today said:
Matthew 25:35-40
For I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me drink, I was a stranger and you welcomed me, I was naked and you clothed me, I was sick and you visited me, I was in prison and you came to me.
And the King will answer them, ‘Truly, I say to you, as you did it to one of the least of these my brothers,[a] you did it to me.’
Grand Chapter of Malta
Caring for the sick
By Dame Carmen Cefai
Recently Puttinu Cares Gozo organised various fund raising activities such as the annual Fun Walk/Run and activities relating to Halloween.
We have been organizing the Fun Walk/Run for the past 7 years. This year it was organized on Sunday 15th October 2017; from the Gozo General Hospital to Ta’ Pinu Sanctuary and back. All participants were given a T-shirt against a donation towards Puttinu Cares.
The activities related to Halloween were organized for the first time. Two bake sale activities were organized in this occasion. One was organized at the Arkadia Shopping Centre on Saturday, 28th October 2017 and the other was organized at Saint Peter and Saint Paul Square Nadur on Tuesday, 30th October. During the Arkadia activity pieces of a huge Halloween cake were offered to the public against a donation. Cupcakes and pieces of cakes with a Halloween theme were sold in the Nadur activity. The huge Halloween cake and the other cakes as well as the cupcakes involved in these two activities were gently donated by volunteers. A number of volunteers helped in these activities.
A lot of children and people attended for these activities. All activities were successful and a considerable sum of money was collected in aid of Puttinu Cares. Puttinu Cares helps children and adults that suffer from cancer to receive the required treatment in England.
Caring for the sick
By Dame Carmen Cefai
Recently Puttinu Cares Gozo organised various fund raising activities such as the annual Fun Walk/Run and activities relating to Halloween.
We have been organizing the Fun Walk/Run for the past 7 years. This year it was organized on Sunday 15th October 2017; from the Gozo General Hospital to Ta’ Pinu Sanctuary and back. All participants were given a T-shirt against a donation towards Puttinu Cares.
The activities related to Halloween were organized for the first time. Two bake sale activities were organized in this occasion. One was organized at the Arkadia Shopping Centre on Saturday, 28th October 2017 and the other was organized at Saint Peter and Saint Paul Square Nadur on Tuesday, 30th October. During the Arkadia activity pieces of a huge Halloween cake were offered to the public against a donation. Cupcakes and pieces of cakes with a Halloween theme were sold in the Nadur activity. The huge Halloween cake and the other cakes as well as the cupcakes involved in these two activities were gently donated by volunteers. A number of volunteers helped in these activities.
A lot of children and people attended for these activities. All activities were successful and a considerable sum of money was collected in aid of Puttinu Cares. Puttinu Cares helps children and adults that suffer from cancer to receive the required treatment in England.
1. Chevalier Carmel Saliba ( centre ) with Dame Carmen Cefai 2.Picture from left: Chevalier Carmel Saliba, Chev. Charles Coleiro and Dame Virginia Coleiro. 3. Dame Carmen Cefai with Dame Veronica Camilleri Cauchi
CONFRATERNITY OF THE KNIGHTS OF ST. PETER & ST. PAUL
Grand chapter of Scotland
Chevalier Eddie Halstead meet with His Eminence Cardinal Burke of the USA.
Grand chapter of Scotland
Chevalier Eddie Halstead meet with His Eminence Cardinal Burke of the USA.
CHARITY FUND RAISING LUNCHEON
CONVENTION 2017 IN MALTA
The Convention in Malta was very successful with 45 delegates attending most of the major events.
The delegates came from Melbourne Australia, Germany, Portugal, Bulgaria and Malta.
The Convention started on Saturday, 24 June, 2017 with a solemn Mass by His Excellency Bishop Mons. Emanuel Barbara OFM Cap of Malindi Kenya, in the Basilica of St. Peter & St. Paul.
After the Mass the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul donated money to his mission in Kenya. Money was also donated to Fr. Dr. Raymond Portelli a missionary priest in Peru.
Group photo with H.E. Bishop Mons. Emanuel Barbara after the Mass.
The Convention continued on Wednesday 28 June with a meeting at the Town Hall of Nadur, in Gozo, Malta.
Chevalier Grand Chancellor Joseph Coleiro open the meeting by introducing the Grand Master H.E. Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli and the delegates.
Some items of interest were presented to the delegates to be approved.
One item of interest was that a candidate must serve as a sister or brother to the Confraternity before he or she is admitted as a knight or dame.
After all the items were presented for approval by the delegates, an investiture ceremony of five candidates took place.
The Grand Master H.E. Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli presided on the ceremony.
Fr. Manuel Sunaz Chaplain of the Grand Chapter of Melbourne read the prayer while the candidates repeated after him.
Mary Portelli wife of the Grand Master, Virginia Coleiro, Charles Coleiro, Henrique José Carvalho Ruas and Casimira da Conceição Pereira Ruas took the vow of obedience to the Confraternity and were admitted knights and dames.
A special ceremony to renew the vow of obedience by all the delegates was held and a certificate was presented to all as a momentum for the 20th. anniversary of the Confraternity.
The meeting concluded with a speech by the Mayor of Nadur Dr. Edward Said.
Afterwards the delegates walked to the Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus to meet with the clergy and the bishop of Gozo H.E. Mons. Dr. Mario Grech for the Translation of the Holy relics of St. Peter & St. Paul in a procession to the Basilica of St. Peter and St. Paul.
H.E. Mons. Dr. Mario Grech Bishop of Gozo greets the Grand Master H.E. Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli after the Vespers in the Basilica dedicated to St. Peter and St. Paul in Nadur, Gozo. Malta.
Chevalier Grand Chancellor Joseph Coleiro open the meeting by introducing the Grand Master H.E. Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli and the delegates.
Some items of interest were presented to the delegates to be approved.
One item of interest was that a candidate must serve as a sister or brother to the Confraternity before he or she is admitted as a knight or dame.
After all the items were presented for approval by the delegates, an investiture ceremony of five candidates took place.
The Grand Master H.E. Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli presided on the ceremony.
Fr. Manuel Sunaz Chaplain of the Grand Chapter of Melbourne read the prayer while the candidates repeated after him.
Mary Portelli wife of the Grand Master, Virginia Coleiro, Charles Coleiro, Henrique José Carvalho Ruas and Casimira da Conceição Pereira Ruas took the vow of obedience to the Confraternity and were admitted knights and dames.
A special ceremony to renew the vow of obedience by all the delegates was held and a certificate was presented to all as a momentum for the 20th. anniversary of the Confraternity.
The meeting concluded with a speech by the Mayor of Nadur Dr. Edward Said.
Afterwards the delegates walked to the Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus to meet with the clergy and the bishop of Gozo H.E. Mons. Dr. Mario Grech for the Translation of the Holy relics of St. Peter & St. Paul in a procession to the Basilica of St. Peter and St. Paul.
H.E. Mons. Dr. Mario Grech Bishop of Gozo greets the Grand Master H.E. Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli after the Vespers in the Basilica dedicated to St. Peter and St. Paul in Nadur, Gozo. Malta.
Photos from the Convention in Malta
Saturday 24 June 2017 Solemn Mass by Bishop H.E. Mons. Emanuel Barbara OFM Cap.
Wednesday 28 June, 2017 procession from the Sacred Heart Church to the Basilica of St. Peter and St. Paul and Vespers led by H. E. Bishop Mons. Mario Grech of Gozo.
Saturday 24 June 2017 Solemn Mass by Bishop H.E. Mons. Emanuel Barbara OFM Cap.
Wednesday 28 June, 2017 procession from the Sacred Heart Church to the Basilica of St. Peter and St. Paul and Vespers led by H. E. Bishop Mons. Mario Grech of Gozo.
Hymn of the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul
Chevalier Paul Callus
Noble aims and understanding
a commitment to be fair
rules by which we are united,
inspiration, trust, we share.
Under the protection
of the Saints Peter and Paul,
Humble, honest, caring
yet in faith we’re walking tall.
Working to serve others
who are helpless and in need
Striving to be caring,
with God’s help we shall succeed.
Notwithstanding place and distance
we are reaching far and wide;
race or language are no hindrance
Christ will be our trusted guide.
Under the protection
of the Saints Peter and Paul,
Humble, honest, caring
yet in faith we’re walking tall.
Working to serve others
who are helpless and in need
Striving to be caring,
with God’s help we shall succeed.
Let us strive and be inspired
by our mutual Christian aims,
being loyal to ideals;
of true love spreading the flames.
Under the protection
of the Saints Peter and Paul,
Humble, honest, caring
yet in faith we’re walking tall.
Working to serve others
who are helpless and in need
Striving to be caring,
with God’s help we shall succeed.
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Paul Callus ~ May 2017
Chevalier Paul Callus
Noble aims and understanding
a commitment to be fair
rules by which we are united,
inspiration, trust, we share.
Under the protection
of the Saints Peter and Paul,
Humble, honest, caring
yet in faith we’re walking tall.
Working to serve others
who are helpless and in need
Striving to be caring,
with God’s help we shall succeed.
Notwithstanding place and distance
we are reaching far and wide;
race or language are no hindrance
Christ will be our trusted guide.
Under the protection
of the Saints Peter and Paul,
Humble, honest, caring
yet in faith we’re walking tall.
Working to serve others
who are helpless and in need
Striving to be caring,
with God’s help we shall succeed.
Let us strive and be inspired
by our mutual Christian aims,
being loyal to ideals;
of true love spreading the flames.
Under the protection
of the Saints Peter and Paul,
Humble, honest, caring
yet in faith we’re walking tall.
Working to serve others
who are helpless and in need
Striving to be caring,
with God’s help we shall succeed.
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Paul Callus ~ May 2017
The Gozo Convention
By Chevalier Paul Callus – Safi Malta
May 2017
We have gathered here in Gozo
Where it is our main intention
To be meeting, get acquainted
And be part of the Convention.
There are members from Australia,
German, also Portuguese,
Some are hailing from Bulgaria
And of course, local Maltese.
At Imġarr we are residing;
The Grand Hotel faces the sea.
A full programme is awaiting
The threat of boredom there won’t be.
After speeches down to business
Points presented and compared,
All are open to discussion
Members’ views then wisely shared.
At the sanctuary, Ta’ Pinu,
Mass is offered – a thanksgiving.
Ample time for cruise and folk shows
Relaxation and sightseeing.
Nadur next for the church service
For the feast to Peter-Paul
Taking part in the procession:
An experience to enthral.
By Chevalier Paul Callus – Safi Malta
May 2017
We have gathered here in Gozo
Where it is our main intention
To be meeting, get acquainted
And be part of the Convention.
There are members from Australia,
German, also Portuguese,
Some are hailing from Bulgaria
And of course, local Maltese.
At Imġarr we are residing;
The Grand Hotel faces the sea.
A full programme is awaiting
The threat of boredom there won’t be.
After speeches down to business
Points presented and compared,
All are open to discussion
Members’ views then wisely shared.
At the sanctuary, Ta’ Pinu,
Mass is offered – a thanksgiving.
Ample time for cruise and folk shows
Relaxation and sightseeing.
Nadur next for the church service
For the feast to Peter-Paul
Taking part in the procession:
An experience to enthral.
The Supreme Council of the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul
From left: Dame Teresa Mamone, Chev. Sydney Vas, Chev. Rev. Fr. Manuel Sunaz Chaplain, Chev. Vincenzo galtieri Deputy Grand Master, Chev. H.E. Peter Paul Portelli Grand Master, Dame Angela Greto Grand Prior International, Chev. Joseph Coleiro Grand Chancellor, Secretary to the Grand Master, Dame Domenica Sabatini Treasurer, Chev. Mario Sabatini Assistant Treasurer, Dame Gail Vas Secretary, Chev. Ange Kenos.
3 Chaplains of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul and a bishop will be visiting Nadur.
The Grand Master of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul, Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli, announced this week that three Chaplains of the Confraternity will be visiting Nadur for the Convention. They will be taking part in the celebrations in the Basilica during the feast of St. Peter and St. Paul.
Bishop Emanuel Barbara will be visiting Malta from Kenya to celebrate Mass for the knights on Saturday 24 June, 2017.
Prior Chevalier Fr. Antonio Martin of Portugal is celebrating Thanks Giving Mass at Ta' Pinu Sanctuary on Wednesday 28 June, before the opening of the Conference at the Calypso Hotel in Marsalforn. Afterwards the Conference moves to the Town Hall of the Nadur Local Council for the investiture of new knights, before all the knights and dames attend the celebration of the Translation of the Holy Relics in the Basilica of St. Peter and St. Paul.
Some 40 knights and dames are making the trip to Malta from The Philippines,Germany, Bulgaria, Portugal and Melbourne. They will be greeted by the Chancellor of the Grand Chapter of Malta Chevalier Eddie Vella and Grand Prior Sub Deacon Dennis Mifsud.
The Chaplain of the Grand Chapter of Melbourne Chevalier Fr. Manuel Sunaz Parish Priest of St. Paul in West Sunshine will accompany his compatriot the Chaplain of the Grand Chapter of the Philippines Chevalier Fr. Victor Mateo in the convention in Malta.
The Grand Master of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul, Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli, announced this week that three Chaplains of the Confraternity will be visiting Nadur for the Convention. They will be taking part in the celebrations in the Basilica during the feast of St. Peter and St. Paul.
Bishop Emanuel Barbara will be visiting Malta from Kenya to celebrate Mass for the knights on Saturday 24 June, 2017.
Prior Chevalier Fr. Antonio Martin of Portugal is celebrating Thanks Giving Mass at Ta' Pinu Sanctuary on Wednesday 28 June, before the opening of the Conference at the Calypso Hotel in Marsalforn. Afterwards the Conference moves to the Town Hall of the Nadur Local Council for the investiture of new knights, before all the knights and dames attend the celebration of the Translation of the Holy Relics in the Basilica of St. Peter and St. Paul.
Some 40 knights and dames are making the trip to Malta from The Philippines,Germany, Bulgaria, Portugal and Melbourne. They will be greeted by the Chancellor of the Grand Chapter of Malta Chevalier Eddie Vella and Grand Prior Sub Deacon Dennis Mifsud.
The Chaplain of the Grand Chapter of Melbourne Chevalier Fr. Manuel Sunaz Parish Priest of St. Paul in West Sunshine will accompany his compatriot the Chaplain of the Grand Chapter of the Philippines Chevalier Fr. Victor Mateo in the convention in Malta.
The Supreme Council of the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul in it's meeting of 21 March 2017, approved the nominations of Mary Portelli as Dame of Grace, Antonino Giarrusso as Knights Commander of Grace, Andreas Günther Rademacher as knight of Grace and Nathaniel Barton as Knights of Grace.
Congratulations to all.
Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul
a. Convention in Malta 23 - 30 June, 2017.
b. Investiture ceremony program for the Grand Chapter of Germany 20 - 23 July, 2017.
c. Registration form for the investiture in Germany.
See programs below.
a. Convention in Malta 23 - 30 June, 2017.
b. Investiture ceremony program for the Grand Chapter of Germany 20 - 23 July, 2017.
c. Registration form for the investiture in Germany.
See programs below.
| convention_2017_on_malta_updated_jc_170204[37902]_4_feb._17..pdf |
| programme_for_investiture_in_germany_[46303].pdf |
| registration_form_for_investiture_in_germany.pdf |
Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul
Knights convention in Malta.
During our Convention in Malta, the Confraternity is celebrating the 20th anniversary of our organization and the 1950th anniversary of the martyrdom of our Patron Saints Peter and Paul.
Opening of the convention:
Saturday, 24 June, 2017.
H.E. Msgr. Bishop Emanuel Barbara OFM. Cap. of the Diocese of Malindi in Kenya, will celebrate Mass for the Confraternity in the Basilica of St. Peter and St. Paul in Nadur, Gozo.
The Chaplain of the Confraternity in Melbourne Chevalier Fr. Manuel Sunaz, is planning to attend the convention and assist in the Mass.
A banner is being made in Italy to be blessed at the opening of the week long convention.
FEAST OF ST. PAUL IN WEST SUNSHINE - MELBOURNE
The feast of St. Paul was held on Sunday 19 February, 2017 at St. Paul's Parish Church in Glengala Road, West Sunshine.
Bishop Mark Edwards presided in the Holy Eucharist, he was assisted by Fr. Manuel Sunaz Chaplain of the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul and Parish Priest and Fr. Louis.
The Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul was invited to take part.
A procession with the statue of St. Paul took place after the Mass.
Group photo with Bishop Mark Edwards and Fr. Manuel Sunaz Chaplain of the Confraternity.
The feast of St. Paul was held on Sunday 19 February, 2017 at St. Paul's Parish Church in Glengala Road, West Sunshine.
Bishop Mark Edwards presided in the Holy Eucharist, he was assisted by Fr. Manuel Sunaz Chaplain of the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul and Parish Priest and Fr. Louis.
The Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul was invited to take part.
A procession with the statue of St. Paul took place after the Mass.
Group photo with Bishop Mark Edwards and Fr. Manuel Sunaz Chaplain of the Confraternity.
Grand Chapter of Malta
Grand Prior Chevalier Dennis Mifsud ordained Sub Deacon.
On Saturday 14 January, a Divine Liturgy in the Byzantine Rite was solemnly celebrated in the Collegiate Basilica of Nadur as a thanksgiving to God for the conferral of the Tonsure, the institution of the Lectorate and the ordination to the Sub-Diaconate of Dennis Mifsud who hails from Nadur.
Picture: Sub Deacon Dennis Mifsud on the right.
Grand Prior Chevalier Dennis Mifsud ordained Sub Deacon.
On Saturday 14 January, a Divine Liturgy in the Byzantine Rite was solemnly celebrated in the Collegiate Basilica of Nadur as a thanksgiving to God for the conferral of the Tonsure, the institution of the Lectorate and the ordination to the Sub-Diaconate of Dennis Mifsud who hails from Nadur.
Picture: Sub Deacon Dennis Mifsud on the right.
Grand Chapter of Malta
The Grand Chapter of Malta had it's meeting and Dinner at the Grand Hotel in Gozo on Thursday, 8 December, 2016.
The Chancellor Chevalier Eddie Vella commented, I am pleased to inform you that we had a successful meeting last Thursday 8th December at the Grand Hotel which was followed by dinner.
Minutes of the previous meeting were signed, and there were no matters arising out of minutes.
Item 3 was interesting in that:
1. I updated our members of the banner, the medals and the dress code that you and I agreed upon for the great occasion coming next June.
2. I introduced Charles and Virginia Coleiro as our new Brother and Sister after their having been introduced by Grand Chancellor Chevalier Joseph Coleiro, and recommended by me to the Supreme Council to be accepted and form part of the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter and St. Paul. I informed members present that the Supreme Council had approved my request.
3. Dennis Mifsud, our Gran Prior will be ordained sub deacan for the parish of the byzantine church in Valletta. Dennis will then on the 14th January, 2017 will have his feast in the Basilica of Nadur. It is envisaged that in June 2017, he will be invested Deacon.
4. I referred members to your news letter giving details of functions that are expected to take place next June. I distributed a copy of the list of our foreign nights and dames who will be coming to Malta. I specifically requested all present to take note that on June 24th, we will be having our next meeting after which we will proceed to t the Basilica to hear mass being celebrated by Bishop Emanuel Barbara.
Item 4: Fund raising. I again expressed concern that other than the raffle for the hamper I obtain from Vini e Capricci and a donation of euro 10 each all members should be making an effort to generate some funds. I as usual will be capping up the amount considerably. I intend to donate all the money I am paid by the Malta Football Association for serving as Matches Inspector.
Item 5: Other Matters. I showed our members the certificate that was presented to me by the Grand Chancellor Chev. Joe Coleiro on your good self in commemoration of his visit to Malta.
We than proceeded to dinner.
The Grand Chapter of Malta had it's meeting and Dinner at the Grand Hotel in Gozo on Thursday, 8 December, 2016.
The Chancellor Chevalier Eddie Vella commented, I am pleased to inform you that we had a successful meeting last Thursday 8th December at the Grand Hotel which was followed by dinner.
Minutes of the previous meeting were signed, and there were no matters arising out of minutes.
Item 3 was interesting in that:
1. I updated our members of the banner, the medals and the dress code that you and I agreed upon for the great occasion coming next June.
2. I introduced Charles and Virginia Coleiro as our new Brother and Sister after their having been introduced by Grand Chancellor Chevalier Joseph Coleiro, and recommended by me to the Supreme Council to be accepted and form part of the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter and St. Paul. I informed members present that the Supreme Council had approved my request.
3. Dennis Mifsud, our Gran Prior will be ordained sub deacan for the parish of the byzantine church in Valletta. Dennis will then on the 14th January, 2017 will have his feast in the Basilica of Nadur. It is envisaged that in June 2017, he will be invested Deacon.
4. I referred members to your news letter giving details of functions that are expected to take place next June. I distributed a copy of the list of our foreign nights and dames who will be coming to Malta. I specifically requested all present to take note that on June 24th, we will be having our next meeting after which we will proceed to t the Basilica to hear mass being celebrated by Bishop Emanuel Barbara.
Item 4: Fund raising. I again expressed concern that other than the raffle for the hamper I obtain from Vini e Capricci and a donation of euro 10 each all members should be making an effort to generate some funds. I as usual will be capping up the amount considerably. I intend to donate all the money I am paid by the Malta Football Association for serving as Matches Inspector.
Item 5: Other Matters. I showed our members the certificate that was presented to me by the Grand Chancellor Chev. Joe Coleiro on your good self in commemoration of his visit to Malta.
We than proceeded to dinner.
Group photo after the dinner.
From left: Charles Coleiro, Virginia Coleiro, Chev. Joe Zerafa, Chev. Michael Camilleri Cauchi, Chev. Carmel Saliba PRO, Chancellor Chev. Eddie Vella, Grand Prior Chev. Dennis Mifsud, Dame Veronica Camilleri Cauchi, Dame Sue Ellen Bugeja and Dame Carmen Cefai.
Papal Apostolic Blessing
INVITATION TO JOIN
If you are a genuine humanitarian person with skills of leadership and you wish to join our most respected Confraternity of Knights, you can write to us for more information.
To know more about us, you are requested to visit our ABOUT page.
Furthermore you will be requested to send us your curriculum vitae.
Your curriculum vitae will be assessed by the Advisory Board before it goes to the Supreme Council for a decision to be made on your application.
Write to: grandmaster.knightsstpeterpaul@gmail.com
If you are a genuine humanitarian person with skills of leadership and you wish to join our most respected Confraternity of Knights, you can write to us for more information.
To know more about us, you are requested to visit our ABOUT page.
Furthermore you will be requested to send us your curriculum vitae.
Your curriculum vitae will be assessed by the Advisory Board before it goes to the Supreme Council for a decision to be made on your application.
Write to: grandmaster.knightsstpeterpaul@gmail.com
FEAST OF OUR LADY OF FATIMA
The feast of Our Lady of Fatima was organized by the Maltese Cultural
Centre and the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul.
It was held on Sunday, 16 October, 2016, at the Maltese Cultural Centre in Albion. Melbourne.
It was a very solemn celebration fit for the Queen of heaven.
The celebration started with the Holy Rosary and after each decade the Ave Maria was sung by the Resurrection Parish Choir of Kings Park.
This followed by a Mass celebrated by Fr. Emanuel Adami MSSP.
The was truly a beautiful celebration to honour the Virgin Mary of Fatima.
Photos by Mary Portelli.
The feast of Our Lady of Fatima was organized by the Maltese Cultural
Centre and the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul.
It was held on Sunday, 16 October, 2016, at the Maltese Cultural Centre in Albion. Melbourne.
It was a very solemn celebration fit for the Queen of heaven.
The celebration started with the Holy Rosary and after each decade the Ave Maria was sung by the Resurrection Parish Choir of Kings Park.
This followed by a Mass celebrated by Fr. Emanuel Adami MSSP.
The was truly a beautiful celebration to honour the Virgin Mary of Fatima.
Photos by Mary Portelli.
CONFRATERNITY OF THE KNIGHTS OF ST. PETER & ST. PAUL
Central Italy Earthquake Appeal
The Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul with the support of ICKA Club has raise over $15,000 to the earthquake Appeal.
Many thanks to all those involved in the preparation and setting of the hall, preparation of the food, cooking, sponsors, donors, performers, etc.
It was a lot of hard works from many people but the end result is very satisfactory.
Thank all once again.
The money will be sent to the bishop of the diocese effected by last month's earthquake.
Collar chain of the grand master
Photo: The Grand Master H.E. Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli with the new collar chain.
Photo: The Grand Master H.E. Chevalier Peter Paul Portelli with the new collar chain.
Dear Confreres and friends of the Confraternity,
Central Italy Earthquake Appeal
Bishop of Ascoli: 'Don't abandon us. We have nothing left'
These were the words of Bishop Giovanni D'Ercole of Ascoli Piceno.
YOU ARE NOT ALONE
Peter Paul Portelli: Grand Master of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul.
Dear friends, It has been written since the first knights were invested in the Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul: The primary purpose of the Knights and Dames is to serve God and His people.
Now is the time to prove the Almighty Father who we really are.
Now more than ever we really need to prove who we really are, if we are knights of words or knights of Christ.
Now is the time to show how brave we are or we are just title collectors.
Now is the time to show what we are made of, if we are really good Christians.
The horrible earthquake that happened in central Italy on Wednesday was made by mother nature. I am pretty sure that God didn’t want this to happen.
If people don’t die from earthquakes, if people don’t suffer and die from sickness, if people don’t die??? This world would be perfect.
What will happen then.
Now is the time to help the people of central Italy in these terrible moments.
If we are truly brave knights of Christ, we should stand up and help.
Now is the time to serve God and his people.
The Grand Chapter of Melbourne is organizing a Luncheon on Sunday 25 September, to raise money for the Earthquake Appeal.
Only the knights of Melbourne can send their donations to the Chapter at my address.
Chevalier Eddy Abraham of Melbourne has donated $100 to the Appeal.
Please send the money direct to Bishop S.E. Mons. Giovanni D`Ercole on behalf of your chapter.
S.E. Mons. Giovanni D`Ercole
Vescovado, Piazza Arringo 10/c,
63100 Ascoli Piceno, Italia.
God help the people of Central Italy.
Your humble servant.
Peter Paul Portelli
Grand Master
Confraternity of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul.
The keys represent St. Peter. Jesus gave the keys of heaven to St. Peter, saying. "I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven, and whatever you bind on earth shall be bound in heaven, and whatever you loose on earth shall be loosed in heaven." The Roman sword represents St. Paul. The sword is a common attribute of Saint Paul ... The sword is a reminder of the means of his martyrdom – he was beheaded in Rome in 67 AD. The black Maltese cross represents the knighthood. |
In the coat of arms, the keys represent St. Peter and the sword represent St. Paul. The upside down cross on top of the crown represent how St. Peter was crucified. The crown represents St. Peter and St. Paul as the Princes of the Apostles. The solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul is a liturgical feast in honour of the martyrdom in Rome of the apostles Saint Peter and Saint Paul, which is observed on 29 June. |
WHY A CONFRATERNITY NOT AN ORDER OF KNIGHTS
The name was changed from the Order to the Confraternity in 2010 in accordance with the normal practice of the Roman Catholic Church.
The name was changed from the Order to the Confraternity in 2010 in accordance with the normal practice of the Roman Catholic Church.
His Holiness Pope Francis
MESSAGE FOR THE FEAST OF STS . PETER AND PAUL
From Fr. Manuel Sunaz
Parish Priest of St. Peter Chanel, Deer Park. Melbourne.
Chaplain of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul
Grand Chapter of Melbourne.
Some Christian groups claim that Christianity is a religion of the book. According to them it is only founded on the Bible- “Sola Scriptura”. But they forgot that Jesus did not write anything and certainly not a book. Instead he called the disciple and wrote in their hearts. Jesus later sent disciples to proclaim His good news and not a book for people to study. That is why we celebrate the feasts the apostles the feasts of saints who were people who live, love and care like Jesus.
Today we celebrate the martyrdom of Sts Peter and Paul two great Apostles of Jesus, two important pillars of the church. We in the confraternity carry the names of Sts Peter and Paul and as such we try to convey that we wish to emulate their passion for the mission. Through this confraternity we discern together the calling of Christ for us in our world today. Our commitment to the confraternity is not only a mtter of membership but one of discipleship. Like Peter and Paul we believe we are called to witness the values of the Gospel too in our world today, even if only in our small way. God bless you and Happy feast day to all.
Fraternally yours,
Fr Manuel Suñaz, CMF.
From Fr. Manuel Sunaz
Parish Priest of St. Peter Chanel, Deer Park. Melbourne.
Chaplain of the Knights of St. Peter & St. Paul
Grand Chapter of Melbourne.
Some Christian groups claim that Christianity is a religion of the book. According to them it is only founded on the Bible- “Sola Scriptura”. But they forgot that Jesus did not write anything and certainly not a book. Instead he called the disciple and wrote in their hearts. Jesus later sent disciples to proclaim His good news and not a book for people to study. That is why we celebrate the feasts the apostles the feasts of saints who were people who live, love and care like Jesus.
Today we celebrate the martyrdom of Sts Peter and Paul two great Apostles of Jesus, two important pillars of the church. We in the confraternity carry the names of Sts Peter and Paul and as such we try to convey that we wish to emulate their passion for the mission. Through this confraternity we discern together the calling of Christ for us in our world today. Our commitment to the confraternity is not only a mtter of membership but one of discipleship. Like Peter and Paul we believe we are called to witness the values of the Gospel too in our world today, even if only in our small way. God bless you and Happy feast day to all.
Fraternally yours,
Fr Manuel Suñaz, CMF.