Lady of the Nativity). In 1634, Gaspar de Carvalho was vicar, receiving payment of money and three-and-a-half moios of wheat in compensation, a pattern that was repeated by 1730, when António da Silva e Sousa received similar compensation in wheat. Around 1737, the clergy that occupied this temple spent considerable funds to decorate the church. Culture Festivities During the month of August, Ajuda celebrates the feast of Nossa Senhora dos Anjos, with its principal religious ceremonies on August 15. From the parochial church, apart from celebrating masses in Her honor, a typical religious procession winds through the roads in the parish, accompanied by the traditional philharmonic bands. In addition, the tradition festivals from the Divine Holy Spirit are celebrated annually from the beginning of May to the end of June in the traditional impérios of the parish. At the beginning of the year, the feast day of Saint Anthony the Great is also celebrated on January 17. Notable citizens Jorge Ferreira, Portuguese American international singer emigrated in Westport, Massachusetts, United States. Alfredo Botelho de Sousa (1 December 1880; Bretanha - 7 April 1960; Lisbon), was a naval officer (later Admiral), Republican politician, and writer. References Notes Sources Parishes of Ponta Delgada