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On Saturday, June 27, 2026 at 6:30 PM, the church of Santo Spirito in Sassia in Rome hosts a charity evening dedicated to the missions of the Franciscan Friars of the Immaculate in Benin. The event is organized by Eltiq daily welfare, an association committed to international solidarity projects.
A gala to support missionary work
The evening aims to raise funds to support the missionary activities of the Franciscan Friars of the Immaculate in Benin, where the order is engaged in educational, healthcare, and community development projects. The initiative offers an opportunity to learn about the work carried out by the religious in West Africa.
The charity gala includes testimonies, music, and meetings with the missionaries. The historic setting of Santo Spirito in Sassia, an ancient church near the Vatican, adds special value to the event.
Practical information
Participation in the evening requires mandatory registration through the Eltiq website. The participation fee is 100 euros, entirely allocated to missionary projects in Benin.
When: Saturday, June 27, 2026, 6:30 PM
Where: Church of Santo Spirito in Sassia, Borgo Santo Spirito 3, Rome
Registration: www.eltiq.net/eventi
Fee: 100 euros
How to get there
Santo Spirito in Sassia is located just steps from St. Peter’s Basilica in the Borgo district. It’s easily accessible by public transportation:
Bus: 23, 34, 40, 46, 62, 64, 98, 115, 280, 870, 881, 916
The church is about a 10-minute walk from the Ottaviano-San Pietro metro station (Line A).
