Hermandad San Pedro Apóstol

About the brotherhood

Hermandad San Pedro Apóstol is a religious brotherhood based in Gandía, Valencia, that organizes and takes part in the city's Holy Week processions. Its official website brings together its history, principal religious images and activities throughout the year.

Processions and events

The brotherhood lists these Holy Week processions on its website:

• Procesión Penitencial de las Tres Negaciones (Penitential Procession of the Three Denials)
• Solemne Procesión de Palmas y Ramos (Solemn Palm and Branch Procession)
• Procesión de San Pedro Apóstol (Procession of Saint Peter the Apostle, Holy Tuesday)
• Solemne Procesión del Santo Entierro (Solemn Procession of the Holy Burial, Good Friday)
• Procesión del Domingo de Resurrección (Easter Sunday Procession)

The website also records other activities, including the first Santa Ana pilgrimage in 2019, the brotherhood's presentation, a visit to Madrid's FITUR tourism fair, a camping trip in Serra Mariola and an outing to Terra Mítica.

History and religious heritage

The site has sections on the brotherhood's history, Saint Peter through history, the image of Saint Peter and artists connected with its religious images. It also mentions restoration of older images and the organization's 150th anniversary.

Organization

The site describes the brotherhood's insignia and its roles, including senior brothers, chamber attendants, sponsors, members and spiritual advisers. It also publishes its papal coat of arms, bylaws and successive leadership teams.

Location and contact

Address: Plaza Escuelas Pías 7, 46701 Gandía, Valencia, Spain. Email: hermandadsanpedro@hermandadsanpedro.es. The brotherhood also lists Facebook and Instagram.

Check the brotherhood's official channels for current procession dates and event details.