Final Preparations Complete for the 136th Annual Feast of San Rocco di Potenza in Little Italy, New York

San Rocco, ora pro nobis

As the 136th Annual Feast of San Rocco di Potenza approaches, members of the Society gathered Thursday evening at the historic Shrine Church of the Most Precious Blood (113 Baxter Street) in Little Italy, New York, to finalize preparations. The miraculous papier-mâché statue of San Rocco was placed on the Guariglia side altar against a vibrant scarlet backdrop, while fresh flowers were arranged before both the high altar and the saint’s image.

Mass will be celebrated at 11:30 A.M. on Sunday, August 17th, followed by a solemn procession carrying the statue and a first-class relic of San Rocco. The streets of Little Italy and Chinatown will echo with the music of Danny Vecchiano and the Giglio Band as the faithful accompany the saint.

Religious articles and raffle tickets will be available for purchase outside the church.

We look forward to celebrating with you. Viva San Rocco!