In the Roman basilica, as in many churches around the world dedicated to the Help of Christians, the days of 23 (eve) and 24 May (feast) are full of appointments and celebrations.
Already on the eve of the feast, on the afternoon of Thursday 23rd, numerous families, children and young people who attend the work and the Salesian basilica are gathering to offer the traditional tribute of Flowers to Mary.
On the day of the anniversary, Friday 24th, six Masses are scheduled (7, 8, 9, 10, 11 and 18), some of which are especially aimed at the different groups of students or devotees who make up the Educative and Pastoral Community of the work.
However, the highlight of the festival will be reached in the afternoon: after the concert by the Torrimpietra Band (16:30), the Cardinal Head of the Basilica, the Rector Major Ángel Fernández Artime, will preside over the solemn Eucharist, followed by the procession through the streets of the district.
The day of great celebration – Salesian and Marian, spiritual and popular – will end with a fireworks display.
