Tag: porticello
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A View To Be Thankful
When I see this view, where I was earlier today, I think of my grandfather who came from Porticello, a fishing village along this breathtaking coastline that is punctuated by Capo Zafferano. Each time, I can only be thankful, because it’s his hard work from years ago that makes it possible for me to have…
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Let There Be Madonna of the Light
Yesterday, during Day 12 of Savoring Sicily, we witnessed devotees of the Madonna del Lume celebrating their annual fest in Porticello. For 70 years, the fisherman of the village have venerated the Madonna of the Light, which is represented here by a sacred painting that is taken from the altar of the Mother Church each…
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Folk It in Life
Folk festivals are a highlight of summer, and this weekend, the 20th Folklore Festival of the city of Vita offers listeners and folk artists from around the world an opportunity to unite through music and dance. Sicilian groups like the one pictured, Gruppo Folk Soluntum, host groups from Georgia, Greece, New Zealand, Taiwan, and Honduras.
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The Whites of Their Eyes
Do you see the fervor in their faces? It’s real. It’s authentic. It’s a true moment of Sicily many won’t see. However, you can experience this ritual for the Madonna del Lume up close with us at Experience Sicily on Day 12 of Savoring Sicily, September 22-October 4. Claim your spot in the church by emailing me…
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Sending you Light for Mother’s Day
Madonna del Lume, Chiesa Madre in Porticello (Madonna of the Light, Mother Church, Porticello). Happy Mother’s Day!
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Arco Azzurro
The “Arco Azzurro, ” along the coast between Sant’Elia and Mongerbino, is a natural archway that extends over the blue sea. (Photo Credit: Experience Sicily’s Filippo Buttitta)
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Buon Natale! Merry Christmas!
Merry Christmas! Buon Natale! Photo of altar featuring Madonna dell Lume (Madonna of the Light) with child, Porticello
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Enchanting Sicily, Day 12: Touch the Light
LIVE from Sicily! | The annual feast of the Maria S.S. del Lume is taking place right now. Today, we went to the heart of it in the fishing village of Porticello, where devotees chanted and sang as they prepared to process the iconic painting of their Santissima who they believe protects them and their…
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Is it infinite?
At the pizzeria tonight in Porticello, customers have pinned notes to the outside wall. “There is not one Sicily. Multiple exist. Perhaps an infinite amount!” Over the next two weeks, we’ll experience this to be true together!