Monday, June 6, Father Francesco Patton entered solemnly into Jerusalem, through the Jaffa Gate. After 12 years with Father Pierbattista Pizzaballa as the Custos, the Holy Land has a new Custos.
The Holy Land has a new Custos: Father Francesco Patton made his official entry into Jerusalem on Monday, June 6, becoming the 168th Custos in charge. According to a secular tradition, the first entry took place through the Jaffa Gate, the place from which pilgrims and visitors had access to the holy city.