In September 2025, the Order of St. George The Martyr had the distinct honor of welcoming the Ambassadors of Kindness from Naples. The visit started with a solemn and heartfelt Mass at the Catholic Church in central Cambridge, organized by Chaplain, the Rt. Rev. Monsignor Eugene Harkness, Grand Master, Robert Dryden and Grand Prior, Richard Brown.
Following the Mass, Knight Commander Piero D’Angelico Falco, Knight Mihail Stoyanov, and friend of the Order Abdul Arain, together with Maestro Paolo Curatolo, visited the historic Great St. Mary’s Church. There, Paolo had the special privilege of testing the anthem he composed specifically for the Order’s 2026 investiture—a piece that had already resonated during the summer visit to Italy.
We then indulged in a delightful luncheon at the iconic Bath House pub, savoring the finest local cuisine in a setting brimming with historic charm and ambiance.
Our journey continued through King’s College, where we marveled at the majestic chapel and strolled along the tranquil riverside, leaving our guests in awe of its timeless beauty.
Later, we met with Colleen Barlow, the lead designer of the Freedom Fountain Memorial sculpture, a project led by Abdul, Piero and Mihail. Colleen and her husband Martin Barlow, distinguished professor of mathematics, are set to become a Dame and Knight of the Order in 2026. Over tea, we discussed the future of the Freedom Fountain initiative, a tribute to the valor of Indian soldiers in the British Army.
The day concluded with a visit to the Cambridge Gateway from India, another successful charitable project led by Piero and Abdul. In a heartwarming gesture, the Ambassadors of Kindness bestowed the honorary title upon Piero D’Angelico Falco, Mihael Stoyanov, Abdul Arain, and Colleen Barlow, recognizing their profound contributions to society, from the Gateway project to the upcoming Freedom Fountain.
This day will be fondly remembered as a celebration of unity, charity, and enduring friendship.
