The Manchester Comites at the 135th Madonna del Rosario Procession

The Manchester Comites also took part in the 135th Madonna del Rosario Procession, held last Sunday in Manchester.

The procession, organised by the Manchester Italian Association, saw the participation of several Catholic parishes from the city. It began in Ancoats—once known as “Little Italy”—and passed through the city centre to St Peter’s Square, where a moment of prayer was held in front of the Central Library. The procession then returned to Ancoats for concluding remarks at the historic Halle St Michael.

Numerous institutional figures and community representatives took part in the event, including the Lord Mayor of Manchester, Councillor Carmine Grimshaw, and the President of the Dante Alighieri Society in Manchester, Manuela Costanzo.

A heartfelt thank you goes to the entire organising committee, and in particular to Lorraine Taurasi, Carmine Loreto Rea, and Gina Rea of the MIA for the impeccable organisation.

“It is always moving to see how deeply rooted traditions continue to bring together different generations,” commented Comites President Cesare Ardito, adding, “Many compatriots who have recently arrived also participated with enthusiasm: a powerful sign that our community, despite its diverse paths and stories, remains deeply connected through shared symbols and moments like this one.”

Carmine Loreto Rea (Vice President, Manchester Italian Association), Lorraine Taurasi (President, Manchester Italian Association), and Cesare Ardito (President, Manchester Comites) in front of the statue of the Madonna del Rosario.