The feast of St John Bosco was celebrated in Victoria last Sunday. Gozo Bishop Mario Grech celebrated Mass at the Don Bosco Oratory chapel.

Gozo Minister Anton Refalo and ex-Speaker Anton Tabone and his wife were also present for the concelebrated Mass. This was followed by a parade of horses and ponies which left St Francis Square for St Augustine’s Square, where the blessing of animals and pets by Fr George Mercieca took place.

In the afternoon, Fr Effie Masini led a solemn Mass. Due to inclement weather, the procession with the statue of St John Bosco had to be cancelled.

In the evening, the Gozo Youth Wind Band, under the direction of Mro Joseph Grech, performed at the Don Bosco Oratory Theatre.

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