The Sovereign Order of Malta is one of the oldest institutions of Western and Christian civilisation.
According to the Constitution, as the religious Superior and Sovereign, he must fully dedicate himself to the development of the works of the Order and to set an example of living by Christian principles, to all the members of the Order of Malta.
The Order of Malta is permanently present with medical, social and humanitarian projects in most countries in the world.
The Sovereign Order of Malta’s diplomatic relations facilitate its medical and humanitarian activities.
The birth of the Order of St. John dates back to around 1048. It was under the leadership of Blessed Fra’ Gerard, founder and first Master, that the religious community became a lay religious order.
It is with deep regret that the Sovereign Military Order of Malta announces the resignation of the Grand Hospitaller, Fra’ Alessandro De Franciscis, which he handed in today for personal reasons.
The Grand Master of the Sovereign Order of Malta, Fra’ John Dunlap, and the entire Sovereign Council wish to thank Fra’ Sandro for his work since his election in January 2023 and for his great dedication to the Order of Malta and its activities.
This morning the Order of Malta’s Grand Hospitaller, Joseph D. Blotz, met Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa, Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem.
The Prince and Grand Master of the Sovereign Order of Malta, Fra' John Dunlap, has been awarded the King Charles III Coronation Medal.
The Sovereign Order of Malta’s Grand Chancellor, Riccardo Paternò di Montecupo, today received the European Commissioner for Internal Affairs and Migration, Magnus Brunner.
