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Castel Gandolfo, a presença dos Papas, entre o cuidado da terra e o carinho pela comunidade
In brief
Father Tadeusz Rozmus, the parish priest of St. Thomas of Villanova Church, highlighted the historical connection between Castel Gandolfo and various popes following celebrations for the town's patron saint, St. Sebastian.
The celebrations took place in the town near Rome, where popes have stayed at the Barberini residence for 400 years. Father Rozmus noted that the local community has developed a strong bond with the popes, observing that even non-believers visit the church. He also described the local nature as a source of renewal for both the body and the spirit.
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- Official source@VaticanNewsCastel Gandolfo, the presence of the Popes, between care for the land and affection for the community
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