Thousands of pilgrims are expected on Monday, September 7 at the Sanctuary of the Black Madonna of Tindari. The town of Patti is even planning to close down one side of State Highway 113 to accommodate all the devotees expected to participate in the multiple masses, the solemn evening procession of the iconic Madonna Nera statue, prayer circles, and fireworks. On September 8, her official feast day, more holy masses will be held throughout the day. For more about the Black Madonna of Tindari, visit my previous posts featuring La Madonna Nera di Tindari at
