Members of our Order, led by Amb. Roberto Buontempo, came together for a truly meaningful event held at the beautiful Basilica of Senglea. The evening began with a solemn procession, followed by Holy Mass, and a thought-provoking symposium titled “It-Tama fl-Iskrittura Mqaddsa” (Hope in the Holy Bible), delivered by Dr Joseph Ciappara.

The reflection closed with a moment of silence, meditation, and guided prayers, allowing us to truly internalise the message of hope in Scripture. We ended the evening with joyful fellowship over pizza and pasta at Il-Pirata , a perfect close to a spiritually enriching gathering.

A representation from our Order, led by Amb. Roberto Buontempo, together with members of the Sovereign Military Order of Malta, took part to honour the memory of Archbishop Emeritus Paul Cremona, Grand Prior ad Honorem of our Lieutenancy.

The funeral was presided over by Archbishop Charles J. Scicluna and concelebrated by Cardinal Mario Grech, Auxiliary Bishop Joseph Galea-Curmi and the Apostolic Nuncio Savio Hon Tai Fai, amongst others, at St John’s Co-Cathedral in Valletta.

St John’s Co-Cathedral

We are deeply saddened by the passing of Mons. Paul Cremona OP, Archbishop Emeritus and Grand Prior of Honour.

We extend our heartfelt condolences to his family, his Dominican brothers, and all the Maltese people.

Mons. Cremona was 79 years old. He was very fond of our Order and never missed an investiture ceremony, even though his health was deteriorating. His presence and dedication will be greatly missed.

May he rest in peace.

Vittoriosa

On the invitation of Chev. Stefan Azzopardi, Head of School, our Lieutenant Amb. Roberto Buontempo, accompanied by Dame Dr Gloria Montebello and Chev. Dr Jake Azzopardi, visited SMC Santu Rokku Primary School in Vittoriosa, where they had the opportunity to meet with the school’s educators and staff.

Arguably two of the youngest members globally, Dr Azzopardi and Dr Montebello shared their experiences with the older students and their educators. They took this opportunity to explain about the role of the Knight and Dame in modern times focusing on the works and aims of Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem.

Following the session, Ambassador Buontempo presented a token of appreciation to commemorate the event to the school administration.

Our Order, led by Lieutenant Amb. Roberto Buontempo, was invited by Parish Priest Fr. Brian Gialanzé to attend the consecration of the Church of the Immaculate Conception of Mary, Mother of the Church, in Ibrag. The ceremony, presided over by our Grand Prior, Archbishop Charles J. Scicluna, also included the consecration of the altar.

This event holds special significance as it is our Lieutenant’s parish.

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