The 35th Solemn Investiture of the Grand Priories of Malta and Gozo

The Hospitaller Order of Saint Lazarus of Jerusalem brought to an end a hectic but hugely successful international Lazarite gathering which saw delegates and representatives from 51 different jurisdictions of the Order assemble together in the island of Malta, seat of the office of the Grand Chancery of the Order. The investiture proved to be the biggest gathering of Lazarite members and officers worldwide since 2012 and featured the approval and consecration of a number of new Grand Priors and Grand Priories of the Order within several countries in Europe, Asia, Africa and the Americas.

HE James de Balliol-Cavendish of Buittle was also present for the investiture. He was first promoted to the coveted rank of Knight Grand Cross of the Order by the Grand Chancellor and then bestowed with the rank of Grand Vicar of the Order.

A number of sister organisations, from Malta and also from other jurisdictions were present for the investiture and the Order announced a number of philanthropic donations to various Foundations and NGOs so as for the latter to be able to continue their voluntary work.

The solemn investiture was also attended by a number of dignitaries, including Maltese and Italian members of parliament, Catholic and Orthodox ecclesiastics, Ambassadors, Mayors and councillors from various countries, senior civil servants and other officials.