Grand Priory of Italy

The Grand Priory of Italy consists of:

  • The Priory of Bologna (North)
  • The Priory of Rome (Centre)
  • The Priory of Avellino (South)
HE Chev Antonio Castellano BGCSJ, Grand Prior of Italy

The Sovereign Hospitaller Order of St. John of Jerusalem, Knights of Malta is under the spiritual guidance and protection of His Eminence Cardinal Sergio Sebastiani. The Order works constantly in the field of charity and social assistance.

Today, members of the Sovereign Hospitaller Order of St John of Jerusalem devote their time and resources to the benefit of others, regardless of their race, religion or origin. Every year the Sovereign Hospitaller Order of San Giovanni makes substantial donations in medicines, medical equipment and humanitarian aid. Beneficiaries include the Republic of Honduras, the Missionaries of the Poor, the Sisters in the Philippines, the Municipal Children Hospital in Ukraine, the KIKA Foundation, the Estella Foundation, the Francisusord Children’s Rehabilitation Center and the Ronald McDonald House.

The Great Siege of 1565 made the Order famous for its chivalry and bravery. Today the Knights Hospitallers, as in the past, still dedicate their time, commitment and generosity to helping the sick and the poor. 

Hospitaller activities

  • Various interventions, dinners for the poor, furnishing a shelter.
  • Purchase of equipment for Hospital Salerno to cover expenses and the donation of equipment.
  • Participation in the purchase of a means of transport for the disabled in the province of Ascoli Piceno.
  • Donation of robes. Gift sent to a parish where they come from Mexican Sisters of Cardinal Sebastiani.

Other notable activities

Guard of Honour of the Sacred Heart of Jesus

By virtue of arrangements formalised by and under the authority of the Holy See on the 12th of February 2022, the Order has an important role and function in promoting and preserving the adoration of the Sacred Heart of Jesus (Archconfraternity).

The Archconfraternity of the Guard of Honour of the Sacred Heart of Jesus is under the authority of the Grand Prior of Italy, though the Order’s affiliation and role is subject to the oversight of the Grand Chancellor of the Order.

Guard of Honour of the Sacred Heart of Jesus web page: SHJ

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