The Belgian Chapter of the Patrons of the Arts in the Vatican Museums visits the Vatican

On Wednesday afternoon, May 28, the Belgian Chapter of the Patrons of the Arts in the Vatican Museums began their annual visit with the celebration of the Holy Mass in the Church of Mary, Mother of the Family in the Vatican Governorate. The Mass was celebrated by Monsignor Terence Hogan, Coordinator of the Office for Relations with the Patrons of the Arts in the Vatican Museums.

At the end of the Mass, the Patrons were joined by Sr. Raffaella Petrini, President of the Governorate of the Vatican City State, who greeted those present, thanking them for their visit and faithful support.

Subsequently, the group visited the Vatican Museums on a special tour of the Upper Galleries, the Raphael Rooms, the newly restored Hall of Constantine and the Sistine Chapel. At the conclusion of their tour, Archbishop Emilio Nappa, Secretary General of the Governorate, for first time since his nomination met the members of the Belgian Chapter and joined them for the final event of their visit.