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Evviva Maria!
Photos by New York Scugnizzo
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| A beautiful shrine for Our Lady was erected on the bye-altar |
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| (L) Some last minute preparations. (R) A couple of adorable angels |
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| The statue is brought out to the expectant crowd |
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Members of the Congrega Maria SS. Addolorata pose for a picture outside
Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary — St. Stephen Roman Catholic Church |
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| (Above & below) Departing the church, the procession makes its way through the neighborhood |
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| Outside the 76th Precinct, members give thanks to New York's Finest with a rousing rendition of the National Anthem |
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| Along the way, people pin donations on to the statue |
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| Participants take a brief respite at Frank's on Smith Street |
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| Our friends from Frank's generously offered everyone a delicious sandwich and cold water |
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| The dapper Carrieri-Russo Men and Vincenza enjoying the festivities |
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| Dressed like the Blessed Mother, these adorable angels carry on a wonderful tradition |
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| Proud papa Joe brings Emma to her first feast |
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| (L) Shrine to the Madonna Addolorata outside the Society's clubhouse. (R) Therese Panicali thrilled us with an amazing performance of Ave Maria |
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| As the sun sets, the torches are lit and the procession winds its way back to the church |
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| Beneath the festive lights, devotees greet the returning procession |
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| (Above & below) The statue returns with much fanfare |
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| (Above & below) Back at the church, Therese Panicali performed an encore |
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| The procession closes with a fireworks extravaganza |
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| Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary — St. Stephen Roman Catholic Church |