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| Evviva Maria! Photos by New York Scugnizzo |
Saturday, September 13th, members of the Società Maria SS. Addolorata di Pignataro Interamna gathered at Saint Mary's Church in Long Island City, New York, to celebrate the 107th Annual Feast of Our Lady of Sorrows.
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| Before Mass, ladies brought beautiful pink and red rose bouquets to the altar |
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| Men carry images of the Seven Sorrows of the Blessed Mother to the Altar |
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| Giulia Cicillini presents the statue's ornate golden crown |
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| Devotees carry a golden dagger and Sacred Heart of Mary |
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| Children offer yellow roses to the Blessed Mother |
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| After Mass, the standard bearers get ready to lead the parade |
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| A giant rose Rosary is carried in the procession |
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| The crowd greets the statue as it emerges from the church |
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| The candlelight procession makes its way from Saint Mary's |
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| Proud members carry the society banner |
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| Angela Cicillini had the honor of carrying the cross |
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| The procession progresses through the neighborhood |
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| Children accompanied the procession with lanterns |
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| Devotees continue to march through the rain |
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| Our Lady of Good Counsel Band |
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| The rain can't stop these cuties from having fun |
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Outside the 108 Precinct, Reverend Ralph Barile and the marchers offer thanks and prayers to New York's Finest
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| Returning to the church for the party |
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| The inclement weather didn't dampen any spirits |
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| In the church auditorium, ladies served plenty of delicious southern Italian fare |
