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Written by (Massimiliano D'Uva), Wednesday, December 11, 2024 9:36:57 AM
Maiori is ready to welcome the Advent and Christmas season with a heartwarming program that celebrates faith, family, and community. From December 15, 2024, to January 19, 2025, the town’s churches and public spaces will host a series of events, inviting locals and visitors alike to partake in the joyous spirit of the season.
Holy Masses following the festive schedule.
5:30 PM: Rosary and the beginning of the Christmas Novena at the Church of St. Dominic.
7:00 PM: Recital "NATALE È DI PIÙ?" in the Collegiate Church, performed by catechism children.
10:30 AM and 6:00 PM: Holy Masses in the Collegiate Church.
8:30 AM: Blessing of Baby Jesus statuettes at St. Dominic, to be placed in nativity scenes at home.
5:00 PM: Christmas celebration at the Senior Center.
6:00 PM: Conclusion of the Christmas Novena at St. Dominic and Holy Mass with the participation of the 50-year-olds of 2024.
7:00 PM: Mass of the Nativity of Jesus.
Holy Masses: 10:30 AM and 6:00 PM in the Collegiate Church; 8:30 AM at St. Dominic; 12:00 PM at St. James.
6:00 PM: Holy Mass in the Collegiate Church.
6:00 PM: Holy Mass in the Collegiate Church, with renewal of vows for families celebrating milestone anniversaries (1st, 25th, 50th, 60th) this year.
Holy Masses: 8:30 AM at St. Dominic; 10:30 AM in the Collegiate Church.
6:00 PM: Opening Ceremony of the Jubilee Year in the Amalfi Cathedral.
6:00 PM: Holy Mass in the Collegiate Church, followed by Adoration and the singing of the Te Deum in thanksgiving for the year.
January 2025 Program
Holy Masses: 10:30 AM and 6:00 PM in the Collegiate Church; 8:30 AM at St. Dominic; 12:00 PM at St. James.
Holy Masses: 10:30 AM and 6:00 PM in the Collegiate Church; 8:30 AM at St. Dominic; 12:00 PM at St. James.
Holy Masses: 10:30 AM and 6:00 PM in the Collegiate Church; 8:30 AM at St. Dominic; 12:00 PM at St. James.
Holy Masses: 8:30 AM at St. Dominic; 10:30 AM in the Collegiate Church (with blessing of children baptized in the previous year); 12:00 PM at St. James; 6:00 PM in the Collegiate Church.
Holy Masses: 8:30 AM at St. Dominic; 10:30 AM in the Collegiate Church; 12:00 PM at St. James; 6:00 PM in the Collegiate Church with the Reposition of the Baby Jesus.
A Time to Reflect and Rejoice
The celebrations in Maiori offer an opportunity to reflect on the spiritual significance of Christmas and to gather as a community to honor cherished traditions. Visitors are encouraged to join in the heartfelt festivities and experience the unique blend of faith and culture that defines the Amalfi Coast during this magical season.
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