Umbria

Side of mountain lit in the shape of a Christmas tree
Teresa Tomeo

Have Yourself a Grande Italian Christmas

In Italian the word “grande” means large. And when it comes to celebrating the season in Italy, the word aptly describes the way the birth of Christ is expressed. The celebrations are large. They’re dramatic and they’re also unique. Certainly, up and down and all-around Italy

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Frozen Moments of Faith, Fellowship & Fun in Italy

Today we said “arreverdci“ to St. Claire and St. Francis and their town of Assisi, and headed to Cascia to learn more about St. Rita. St. Rita was an Augustinian nun who experienced the stigmata. Numerous miracles are attributed to her and she is the

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