On 30th December the Franciscan Province, according to a 15-year old tradition, has organized a Christmas Party for the parents and relatives of the friars at Porziuncola Retreat House.

At 6pm Mass was celebrated by the Minister Provincial, who emphasized the importance of the family. On this particular day the Church celebrates the Feast of the Holy Family of Nazareth. After Mass the guests were invited to the dining hall for refreshments. The Minister Provinicial met with the members of each family and exchanged the Season’s greetings.