On a private visit, but without giving up public commitments, such as a mass, especially if in a symbolic neighborhood of Naples. In the morning, the President of the Republic Sergio Mattarella sought a seat among the pews of the church of Caivano, where the Sunday rite is officiated by Don Maurizio Patriciello.
An unscheduled commitment for midday mass. The president arrived and was welcomed by the prefect of Naples, Michele di Bari in the church of the Santissimi Apostoli. At the end of the celebration, the Head of State wanted to speak to thank the parish priest of Parco Verde for the work he carries out. From the altar he addressed the entire community gathered to wish him a happy new year and for the future in general, addressing the children and young people present at the mass. A special moment for the community and for its parish priest who asked to take a photo at the foot of the altar.
“I welcome Don Patriciello’s invitation to wish the community great wishes – said the Head of State – not only for the year that has begun but for the future, particularly for the children and young people, because on them are the hopes that the community cares, and these are the needs we all have for children and young people.” That of Mattarella, who also thanked Don Patriciello for his work, is “a wish for a peaceful future, for work, for growth, for professional commitment,