Marcelo Ariel Cicchinelli

Marcelo Ariel Cicchinelli is a Franciscan guardian of the Nativity, originally from Mendoza, Argentina, who has spent over 25 years in the Holy Land. He has witnessed the region's historical challenges, including the Second Intifada and the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. Father Marcelo emphasizes the significance of faith-driven visitors during tumultuous times, highlighting both the joy and necessity of returning pilgrims for the local economy.