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(Left) The original processional statue of San Gennaro. (Right) The Saint's relic
Photos courtesy of Andrew Giordano and New York Scugnizzo
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Despite the threat of bad weather and apprehension over the recent terrorist attacks in New York and New Jersey, large numbers of partygoers made their way to Most Precious Blood Church in NYC’s historic Little Italy for Monday's 90th Annual Feast of San Gennaro (Sept. 19th). Thank you John A. Fratta, Vivian Catenaccio and all the members of the Figli di San Gennaro for making the celebration a huge success. Three cheers for the Giglio Boys, the St. Rocco Society of Potenza, the Sacred Military Constantinian Order of St. George and individual devotees who helped carry the saint through the bustling streets of Little Italy. As always, it was an honor and a priviledge to celebrate our faith and culture with you. Evviva San Gennaro!
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| (Above & below) Members of the Figli di San Gennaro, saunter down Mulberry Street |
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| Organizers, John Fratta and Ernest Magliano |
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| (Left) Our friend Bill Russo mans the outdoor shrine on Mulberry Street. (Right) Andrew from the St. Rocco Society helps carry our beloved patron |
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| (Left) The procession slowly makes its way through Little Italy. (Right) Devotees working the feast take a break to help carry the saint |
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| (Left & Right) Knights of the Sacred Military Constantinian Order of Saint George partake in the festivities (cheers to our pal Achille in the foreground) |
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| (Left) A look at the society standard. (Right) Organizers held a tribute to our Armed Forces by the WWII Monument outside DiPalo's Fine Foods store |
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| The Red Mike Festival Band |
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| After a few hours in the sweltering heat, the procession returns to Most Precious Blood Church |
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| Later, participants had the opportunity to enjoy many of the great southern Italian delicacies the feast had to offer |
