St. Peter’s Basilica: Don Giuseppe Puppo appointed canon

2024-02-01 11:46:15

Don Giuseppe Puppo he was appointed Canon of the Papal Basilica of St. Peter. Originally from CasalbuonoDon Giuseppe received the important nomination from Pope francesco. The priest, former parish priest of the Cathedral of Teggianocurrently holds the role of teacher at the Seminary of Pontecagnano and judge of the Interdiocesan Ecclesiastical Tribunal of Basilicata. The Chapter of Saint Peter is an ancient college of clergy with the task of guaranteeing the liturgical-sacramental care of Saint Peter’s Basilica. Originating in the 11th century, the Chapter has seen a growing involvement of foreign members over the centuries, making it an increasingly cosmopolitan body. In addition to their liturgical responsibility, the canons of St. Peter’s distinguished themselves in the material management of the Basilica in the first centuries of its existence. As time passed, the duties evolved, including greater pastoral care in the area surrounding the Basilica.