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Father Mario Borelli - Casa dello Scugnizzo
The priest Father Mario Borrelli achieved international renown with his campaigns to aid abandoned street children of Naples, Italy, where the Scugnizzi or street urchins, ran wild amid the bombed buildings. Through his Casa dello Scugnizzo (House of the Urchins) at the derelict Church of Materdei (pictured), a huge amount of success was achieved, providing a new start in life for the youngsters of the city. Date: circa 1961
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10"x8" Photo Print
Introducing the evocative "Father Mario Borelli - Casa dello Scugnizzo" photograph from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you in partnership with Mary Evans Prints Online. This powerful image captures the compassionate gaze of Father Mario Borelli, an internationally renowned figure for his tireless efforts to aid and protect the abandoned street children of Naples, Italy, affectionately known as the Scugnizzi. This photograph is an inspiring testament to the power of love and compassion in the face of adversity, making it a perfect addition to any space where the spirit of human kindness is celebrated. Order your high-quality print today and bring this moving story into your home or office.
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In this evocative photograph, Father Mario Borelli, a devoted Italian priest, stands before the dilapidated Church of Materdei in Naples, Italy. The year is circa 1961, and the city is still reeling from the devastating effects of war. Amid the bombed buildings and rubble, a group of Scugnizzi, or street urchins, once ran wild. These children, abandoned and left to fend for themselves, were a common sight in the impoverished streets of Naples. However, Father Borelli, determined to make a difference, established Casa dello Scugnizzo, or the House of the Urchins, within the church walls. This charitable initiative became an international beacon of hope, providing a new start in life for countless youngsters in the city. The sun casts a warm glow over the scene, symbolizing the renewed sense of hope and opportunity that Father Borelli brought to these children. With unwavering dedication, Father Borelli and his team at Casa dello Scugnizzo worked tirelessly to provide education, food, shelter, and a sense of belonging to the city's most vulnerable population. Through their efforts, these children were given the tools they needed to break free from the cycle of poverty and abandonment, and to build a better future for themselves and their communities. This powerful image encapsulates the transformative power of compassion, perseverance, and the human spirit. Father Borelli's legacy continues to inspire generations, reminding us that even in the darkest of times, there is always hope for a brighter tomorrow.
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