Renewing the Salesian Modus Operandi: International Congress on the Preventive System
(ANS – Rome) – As the Salesian Family approaches the 150th anniversary in 2027 of Don Bosco’s historic writing on the Preventive System, the Salesian Congregation and the Institute of the Daughters of Mary Help of Christians are preparing to launch an International Congress expected to become a landmark event. In a joint letter dated February 24, 2026 (Prot. 26/0052), the Rector Major, Fr. Fabio Attard, … Continue reading Renewing the Salesian Modus Operandi: International Congress on the Preventive System
Statistics of the Salesian Congregation as of December 31, 2025: An Updated Picture of Its Global Presence
(ANS – Rome) – The General Secretariat of the Salesian Congregation, led by Fr. Guido Garino, has compiled statistical data on the state of the Congregation at the end of 2025. The information, based on data contained in the “Flash” reports submitted by the 93 secretaries of the Salesian Provinces and Vice-Provinces worldwide and collected through the portal portal.sdb.org, offers a detailed snapshot of the Salesian … Continue reading Statistics of the Salesian Congregation as of December 31, 2025: An Updated Picture of Its Global Presence
“LEADING THE WAY TOGETHER”: Universal Civil Service 2026 with the Salesian Network
(ANS – Rome) – The call for applications to select volunteers for the 2026 Universal Civil Service is now available online. A total of 1,150 positions are open for projects in Italy and abroad promoted by the Salesian social network. The initiative is open to young adults ages 18–28 and represents a meaningful opportunity for civic engagement, personal development, and professional growth. The program focuses on … Continue reading “LEADING THE WAY TOGETHER”: Universal Civil Service 2026 with the Salesian Network
Cagliero 11 – March 2026
Dear Friend of the Salesian Missions, We send you the 2026 February Cagliero 11 bulletin: please print for the community Notice Board /oratory /school… and / or forward it to the confreres and to the people interested in it. IN THIS ISSUE • Greetings from Fr. Guido Errico SDB, member of the Formation Sector;• “Building bridges in the Holy Land”, by Emanuele V., missionary in Middle … Continue reading Cagliero 11 – March 2026
Cultivating a Vocation Culture in the Salesian Family
(Los Angeles, California) By Fr. Damien Ho, SDB, Province Vocation Team Dear Salesian Family, When the Church speaks about vocation today, she is inviting us to something deeper than programs or recruitment. She is calling us to cultivate a culture! In this culture, we are called to create an environment where young people can hear God’s voice, trust His invitation, and respond with freedom and … Continue reading Cultivating a Vocation Culture in the Salesian Family
Returning to the Source: Lay Leadership Rooted in Encounter with God
By Luis Chacon, Salesian Family Youth Center- Los Angeles (Boyle Heights, California) – Across the Salesian mission in the United States, lay leaders continue to play an essential role in accompanying young people, strengthening communities, and sustaining the charism of Don Bosco in everyday life. Recently, we witnessed a powerful example of this commitment during a conference led by Juan Carlos Montenegro, Executive Director of … Continue reading Returning to the Source: Lay Leadership Rooted in Encounter with God
Celebrating Faith, Culture, and Family This Lunar New Year
By LeAn Tran, Youth Leader (Stockton, California) – Don Bosco Youth of St. Luke’s Church had the opportunity to celebrate Lunar New Year (Tết) this past weekend! Tết is celebrating the arrival of spring and a fresh new start. It’s a time to honor family, friends, and ancestors, with the sharing of lucky red envelopes, or Lì Xì, often filled with money. 2026 is the … Continue reading Celebrating Faith, Culture, and Family This Lunar New Year
Digi Evangeli: Second Sunday Of Lent: Feb. 29, 2026 (English and Spanish)
By Fr. Shijumon Thottupurathu, SDB Reflection In English Let’s climb the mountain of our spirituality to have a deeper relationship with our Heavenly Father and to listen his voice.Blessings. Reflexión en Español Subamos la montaña de nuestra espiritualidad para tener una relación más profunda con nuestro Padre Celestial y escuchar su voz.Bendiciones. Continue reading Digi Evangeli: Second Sunday Of Lent: Feb. 29, 2026 (English and Spanish)
Belonging Before Doing: How Short Mission Experiences Form a Culture of Service
By JC Montenegro, PhD, Executive Director of the Salesian Family Youth Center (Boyle Heights, California) – In Salesian ministry, mission is never only about what is done. It is about who young people are becoming and who they discover themselves to be in relationship with others. In the SUO Province in the Western United States, short mission experiences have emerged as one of the most effective ways … Continue reading Belonging Before Doing: How Short Mission Experiences Form a Culture of Service
Digi Evangeli: First Sunday Of Lent: Feb. 22, 2026 (English and Spanish)
By Fr. Shijumon Thottupurathu, SDB Reflection In English Desire leads us to temptation and then to sin, and sin to death. The resistance to these comes from prayer. The Word of God is a powerful means to avoid the temptations. Like Jesus, who responded the tempter with the Word of God, let’s master the Word of God to defend our faith.Blessings. Reflexión en Español El … Continue reading Digi Evangeli: First Sunday Of Lent: Feb. 22, 2026 (English and Spanish)
“Don Bosco: The Saint of Young People and Sport”: A New Documentary Coming Soon
(ANS – Rome) – A new documentary dedicated to Don Bosco and his pastoral and inclusive work on behalf of young people and the most vulnerable has recently been produced and is set to be released soon on Sky Sport and the NOW streaming platform. Edited by Tommaso Liguori, the film highlights in particular Don Bosco’s insight that sport could — and still can — … Continue reading “Don Bosco: The Saint of Young People and Sport”: A New Documentary Coming Soon
Inauguration of the Academic Year at IUSVE: Engagement of the Academic Community and Criteria Defined for the Use of Artificial Intelligence
(ANS – Mestre) – The Salesian University Institute of Venice (IUSVE), part of the Salesian Don Bosco complex in Mestre, celebrated its Dies Academicus on the afternoon of Thursday, February 19, 2026, in the university’s Aula Magna. The event served as a time of encounter, reflection, and sharing in academic life, as well as the formal opening of the new academic year. Two new elements … Continue reading Inauguration of the Academic Year at IUSVE: Engagement of the Academic Community and Criteria Defined for the Use of Artificial Intelligence
Toward the 2027 World Congress “Salesian Missions in the World”: The ACSSA Presidency Assembly
(ANS – Rome) – The Presidency Assembly of the Association of Salesian History Enthusiasts (ACSSA) was held in Rome from February 13–15, 2026, dedicated to preparations for the 2027 World Congress on the theme “Salesian Missions in the World.” The proceedings opened with a moment of prayer, followed by greetings from the President, Sister Maria Maul, and a welcome from Fr. José Mendonça, Superior of … Continue reading Toward the 2027 World Congress “Salesian Missions in the World”: The ACSSA Presidency Assembly
The Many Voices of Anticipation: The Sacred Heart Community Prepares to Welcome Pope Leo XIV
(ANS – Rome) – Barriers now line the courtyard, flags and banners hang from the windows of the Salesian Headquarters, and rows of chairs are being arranged to accommodate the hundreds of faithful expected. The preparations of the Sacred Heart community in Castro Pretorio for the historic visit of Pope Leo XIV are visible in every detail. On the morning of Sunday, February 22, 2026, … Continue reading The Many Voices of Anticipation: The Sacred Heart Community Prepares to Welcome Pope Leo XIV
Generating Value: Shaping the Future, Embracing Every Talent
(ANS – Turin) – The journey toward the 2026 National Exhibition of Masterpieces begins in Valdocco, the heart of the Salesian tradition. An unprecedented dialogue among institutions, education, and business — with the participation of the Lavazza Group and Confindustria — aims to rediscover young people as a strategic resource for the country. The launch event for the 2026 edition of the National Exhibition of … Continue reading Generating Value: Shaping the Future, Embracing Every Talent
Called to Combat / Llamados al Combate
By Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB During Lent it is wise to reawaken awareness of a sad truth. We are constantly under pressure from our human weakness and through assault of the evil one to allow sin to crawl into our lives. Our first Lenten Sunday readings remind us that sinfulness is part of human history. From the beginning man and woman were created good with … Continue reading Called to Combat / Llamados al Combate
Hispanic Heritage Foundations Youth Award in Journalism and Media Awarded to Don Bosco Tech Senior
By Karen Krynen, Communications Director at Don Bosco Technical Institute (Rosemead, California) – Congratulations to Tech senior Tomás Diego Carranza (Media Arts & Technology ’26), who has been named a recipient of the Hispanic Heritage Foundation’s Youth Awards in Journalism & Media. Selected as one of just 30 outstanding high school students nationwide, Tomás was recognized for his commitment to service, leadership, and vision both … Continue reading Hispanic Heritage Foundations Youth Award in Journalism and Media Awarded to Don Bosco Tech Senior
European Parliament Backs Concrete Investments to End Child Poverty
(ANS – Brussels) – As a member of the European Alliance for Investing in Children, Don Bosco International (DBI) welcomes the adoption on February 12 by the European Parliament of the INI report on the development of a new EU strategy against poverty. The document places the protection of vulnerable children and adolescents at the heart of the European social and democratic project, alongside strengthened … Continue reading European Parliament Backs Concrete Investments to End Child Poverty
An Invite to Ash Wednesday Services from the Los Angeles Catholic Worker
(Los Angeles, California) – Friends, Across Southern California and the country, families are living with fear and uncertainty. The dignity of human life and the common good are increasingly threatened. In this moment, people of faith are called to speak with moral clarity rooted in the Gospel. Join us for this Ash Wednesday service in prayer and public witness to affirm the dignity of every … Continue reading An Invite to Ash Wednesday Services from the Los Angeles Catholic Worker
Holy Father’s Message for Lent 2026: Listening, Fasting, and Walking Together for True Conversion
(ANS – Vatican City) – Listening, fasting, and walking together: these are the three fundamental pillars on which one can base the journey of conversion during Lent proposed by Pope Leo XIV to all the faithful. His message, published by the Holy See Press Office, reminds us that this season can be a favorable opportunity to “place the mystery of God back at the center … Continue reading Holy Father’s Message for Lent 2026: Listening, Fasting, and Walking Together for True Conversion
Don Bosco’s Correspondence Once Again the Focus of International Interest
(ANS – Rome) – The series of public presentations of the critical edition of Don Bosco’s correspondence continues. After meetings held in 2025 and the recent events on January 22, 2026, at the Basilica of Mary Help of Christians in Turin, and on January 23 at the Salesian oratory-parish in Cuneo, a new event of international interest took place in Rome on Thursday, February 12, … Continue reading Don Bosco’s Correspondence Once Again the Focus of International Interest
‘Salesian Family Newsletter’: A New Tool for Communication, Dialogue, and Participation
(ANS – Rome) – It often happens that what begins as a simple experiment or out of practical necessity turns out to be a success, motivating its creators to develop that initial intuition in a broader and more widespread way. This is what recently occurred with the “Salesian Family Newsletter,” a new tool for communication, dialogue, and participation launched by the Secretariat for the Salesian … Continue reading ‘Salesian Family Newsletter’: A New Tool for Communication, Dialogue, and Participation
2026 RECongress is Here – Salesian Family to Host Booths 444–450 Under the Theme “Educate with the Heart, Journey with the Young!”
(Los Angeles, California) – The 2026 Religious Education Congress will be held February 19–22 at the Anaheim Convention Center under the theme “Educate with the Heart, Journey with the Young!” As Salesians, we are excited to embody this theme through our presence at the Salesians of Don Bosco – Salesian Family Booths (444, 446, 448, 450), where we will share the educational vision of St. … Continue reading 2026 RECongress is Here – Salesian Family to Host Booths 444–450 Under the Theme “Educate with the Heart, Journey with the Young!”
Pope Leo XIV Eliminates Pontifical Committee for World Children’s Day, Transfers Duties to Dicastery for the Laity, the Family, and Life
(EWTN – Vatican) – Pope Leo XIV has eliminated the Pontifical Committee for World Children’s Day, established by Pope Francis in November 2024. In a decree published on February 13, the Holy Father reaffirmed the importance of the Church giving special attention to children, in continuity with the intention expressed by his predecessor. However, with the aim of “fostering greater synergies” and ensuring more effective … Continue reading Pope Leo XIV Eliminates Pontifical Committee for World Children’s Day, Transfers Duties to Dicastery for the Laity, the Family, and Life
The 2026 Rector Major’s Message to the Salesian Youth Movement: A Global Conversation on Listening, Friendship, and Truth
(ANS – Rome) – The 2026 Message of the Rector Major to the Salesian Youth Movement has taken on renewed vitality through its recent video presentation, in which the Rector Major, Fr. Fabio Attard, SDB, addresses young people around the world directly and personally. Although the message had already been officially released, this new format allows its central themes to resonate more vividly, fostering deeper … Continue reading The 2026 Rector Major’s Message to the Salesian Youth Movement: A Global Conversation on Listening, Friendship, and Truth
The Salesian Family Youth Center Troop 82563 plays “Cupid Crew”
By Lauren Fishkin, GS Parent (Boyle Heights, California) – Geared up with cards, markers, stickers, and love in their hearts, SFYC Troop 82563 set out with one mission: bring joy and kindness to the seniors in their community. The troop spent time over the course of 2 days working to make over 100 Valentine cards for Hollenbeck Towers, an assisted living senior facility that caters … Continue reading The Salesian Family Youth Center Troop 82563 plays “Cupid Crew”
SFYC Love in Action: Celebrating Youth
By Christina Mendoza, Outreach Coordinator (Boyle Heights, California) – Our new year is off to a great start with many programs offered here at the Salesian Family Youth Center! We see the difference in our students everyday as we gear towards our 4th Annual Gala, Una Noche de Esperanza✨, at the end of the month! Our Gala is quickly approaching—don’t miss the chance to join … Continue reading SFYC Love in Action: Celebrating Youth
MESSAGE FROM POPE LEO XIV FOR LENT 2026: “Listening & Fasting”
(EWTN – Vatican) The PDF version of the Pope Leo’s Message for Lent 2026 or download below Dear brothers and sisters, Lent is a time in which the Church, guided by a sense of maternal care, invites us to place the mystery of God back in the center of our lives, in order to find renewal in our faith and keep our hearts from being consumed … Continue reading MESSAGE FROM POPE LEO XIV FOR LENT 2026: “Listening & Fasting”
Like a Ferrari Without Brakes: Educating About Emotions to Keep Young People on Track
(ANS – Frascati) – News reports in recent weeks paint a picture of a wounded Italy: teenagers wielding knives instead of words, conflicts escalating into tragedy, violence erupting in the very place meant to teach coexistence and guarantee safety—the school. These incidents raise urgent questions for families, institutions, and educational communities, highlighting a generation increasingly struggling with communication, emotional regulation, and relationships. It is precisely … Continue reading Like a Ferrari Without Brakes: Educating About Emotions to Keep Young People on Track
Cagliero Life Video – February 2026
Dear Friend of the Salesian Missions, On the eve of 11th, monthly remembrance of Salesian missions, we are happy to send you the Cagliero Life video of Februarylinked to the monthly Salesian intention, to be used as a tool for animation, discussion and sharing within the various youth groups. This month the topic isILLNESS Enjoy and share! Please let us know what you think about … Continue reading Cagliero Life Video – February 2026
THE MESSAGE OF THE RECTOR MAJOR: Educating to Mercy
(ANS – Rome) – The parable of the Pharisee and the tax collector (Luke 18:9-14), for us as educators and evangelizers, is not simply a moral tale about pride and humility, but a profound revelation about how God encounters us and how we are called to pass on this transformative experience. Faith as a call to a relationship of mercy. When the Pharisee goes up … Continue reading THE MESSAGE OF THE RECTOR MAJOR: Educating to Mercy
Wise Wiser Wisest / Sabio más sabio
By Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB Long before Christ, Moses urged that we keep God’s commandments faithfully. He declared, “This great nation is truly a wise and discerning people”…”For what great nation is there that has gods so close to it as the LORD our God is to us whenever we call upon him.” Thus was the Law set as the source of ancient Wisdom. Living … Continue reading Wise Wiser Wisest / Sabio más sabio
Digi Evangeli: Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time: Feb. 15, 2026 (English and Spanish)
By Fr. Shijumon Thottupurathu, SDB Reflection In English God respects our free will, allowing us to choose the path we wish to follow. When we embrace the Law of the Lord, we are led toward holiness through the grace of forgiveness. By placing our trust in Him, we find the strength to remain loyal to His will.Blessings. Reflexión en Español Dios respeta nuestra libertad , … Continue reading Digi Evangeli: Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time: Feb. 15, 2026 (English and Spanish)
THE MESSAGE OF THE RECTOR MAJOR: Coherence – The First Act of Charity
(ANS – Rome) – A passage from the Gospel of Luke, 11:37-41, recounts how Jesus, on his way to Jerusalem, accepts an invitation to dine with a Pharisee. We witness a dialogue that represents a confrontation between two visions of religiosity: the formal one, centered on rules about rituals, and the one of the heart, proposed by Jesus. Message of the Rector Major Fr. Fabio Attard, … Continue reading THE MESSAGE OF THE RECTOR MAJOR: Coherence – The First Act of Charity
Salesians Celebrate the 100th Anniversary of Their Arrival
(ANS – Tokyo) – Amid the coldest weather of the year and falling snow, the 100th Anniversary Commemorative Mass marking the arrival of the Salesians in Japan was solemnly celebrated on February 8 at Tokyo Cathedral. Despite the severe conditions, the cathedral was filled to capacity with Salesians, members of the Salesian Family, lay faithful, and many young people, creating a deeply prayerful atmosphere of … Continue reading Salesians Celebrate the 100th Anniversary of Their Arrival
What Gives Today’s Young People Hope? Don Bosco Germany Launches Online Dossier and Video Series “hoffnungsstark”
(ANS) – Global crises, social polarization, and growing social insecurity shape the daily lives of many children and young people. Fears about the future, limited prospects, and feelings of powerlessness place particular strain on younger generations. With the guiding theme “hoffnungsstark (strong in hope) – because hope shapes the future,” Don Bosco Germany is intentionally setting a counterpoint in 2026. Beginning on Don Bosco Day, … Continue reading What Gives Today’s Young People Hope? Don Bosco Germany Launches Online Dossier and Video Series “hoffnungsstark”
Young Salesian Volunteers to Communicate the Ratio in Their Own Languages
(ANS – Rome) – On Saturday, February 7, the first online meeting was held for young Salesian volunteers committed to spreading and implementing the new Ratio through language and formats appropriate to their generation. This initiative follows a twofold approach: on the one hand, to facilitate understanding of the text; on the other, to encourage an attitude of welcome and response by sharing reflections, ideas, … Continue reading Young Salesian Volunteers to Communicate the Ratio in Their Own Languages
Continental Meeting of Salesian Networks in America: A Shared Journey Toward Greater Coordination
(ANS – Rome) – An online meeting of the Salesian continental networks in America was held on February 3, convened by the continental youth ministry team with the aim of initiating a process of reflection and shared work on the articulation and coordination of the networks, in line with the guidelines of General Chapter 29. Fr. Rafael Bejarano, General Councilor for Youth Ministry, was also … Continue reading Continental Meeting of Salesian Networks in America: A Shared Journey Toward Greater Coordination
Bridges of Hope: A Cross-Continental Journey of Faith and Resilience
(ANS – Rome) – On February 6, 2026, the Salesian Youth Movement (SYM) Europe hosted a powerful online gathering titled “Bridges of Hope.” The event served as a digital sanctuary, connecting young people from Europe and the Middle East to share testimonies of faith, the reality of living through crisis, and the transformative impact of Salesian accompaniment. This encounter was initiated by Sr. Runita Borja, … Continue reading Bridges of Hope: A Cross-Continental Journey of Faith and Resilience
Rector Major Concludes Centenary Celebrations of Kolkata Province with Eucharist and Cultural Program
(ANS – Kolkata) – The visit of the Rector Major to the Salesian Province of Kolkata (INC) reached its grand finale on Sunday evening at Don Bosco Park Circus, Kolkata, with a solemn Eucharistic celebration followed by a rich and vibrant cultural program, bringing to a close both the Rector Major’s visit and the centenary celebrations of the Province. Holy Eucharist at Don Bosco Auditorium … Continue reading Rector Major Concludes Centenary Celebrations of Kolkata Province with Eucharist and Cultural Program
Serving the Community We Grew Up In
By Dr. Ricardo Quintero, Works of Mercy Coordinator (Boyle Heights, California) – This past weekend the Works of Mercy Outreach team had the honor of bringing to fruition an idea that had been on our hearts for some time: providing clothing to those in need in the very neighborhood where we grew up. My wife, Elva, my comadre Cynthia, and I have been serving as leaders of … Continue reading Serving the Community We Grew Up In
“Once a Bosconian, Always a Bosconian”: Rector Major Inspires School and College Youth in Siliguri
(ANS – Siliguri) — The second day of the Rector Major’s visit to India came alive with youthful enthusiasm at Don Bosco School and Salesian College, Siliguri, as Fr. Fabio Attard, SDB, addressed nearly 3,500 students, calling them to become intelligent, loving, and courageous builders of India’s future. The day began at Don Bosco School, Siliguri, where students welcomed the Rector Major with a vibrant … Continue reading “Once a Bosconian, Always a Bosconian”: Rector Major Inspires School and College Youth in Siliguri
Patriarch of Jerusalem Visits the Salesian Headquarters in Rome
(ANS – Rome) – On the evening of Wednesday, February 5, the Salesian community at the headquarters of the Salesians of Don Bosco in Rome had the joy of welcoming His Beatitude Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa, OFM, Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem. The Patriarch was welcomed and introduced to the community by the Vicar of the Rector Major, Fr. Stefano Martoglio, SDB, who extended a warm greeting … Continue reading Patriarch of Jerusalem Visits the Salesian Headquarters in Rome
Salesian High School Students Partner with Don Bosco Mission Center to Serve Boyle Heights
By Dr. Ricardo Quintero, Works of Mercy Coordinator (Boyle Heights, California) – The new year began with renewed commitment and compassion as Salesian High School students partnered with the Don Bosco Mission Center to support the local Boyle Heights community. On January 31, 2026, a group of Catholic, service-oriented young men came together to serve one of Los Angeles’s most under-resourced neighborhoods through hands-on outreach … Continue reading Salesian High School Students Partner with Don Bosco Mission Center to Serve Boyle Heights
Validity of the Diocesan Inquiry into the Cause of the Servant of God Luigi Bolla
(ANS – Vatican City) — On February 6, 2026, the anniversary of the Servant of God Luigi Bolla’s entry into heaven, a communiqué was sent to the Postulator General for the Causes of Saints of the Salesian Family, Fr. Pierluigi Cameroni, stating that the Vatican Dicastery for the Causes of Saints, in its ordinary Congress of January 14, 2026, had granted legal validity to the … Continue reading Validity of the Diocesan Inquiry into the Cause of the Servant of God Luigi Bolla
“Do Whatever He Tells You”: Rector Major Strengthens the Salesian Family and Faith Community in Siliguri
(ANS – Siliguri) — The visit of Fr. Fabio Attard, Rector Major of the Salesians of Don Bosco, took on a deeply spiritual and charism-centered dimension on February 6, 2026, as he met with Salesians, student brothers, members of the Salesian Family, and the wider faith community of North Bengal during the second day of his visit to Siliguri. In the late morning, the Rector … Continue reading “Do Whatever He Tells You”: Rector Major Strengthens the Salesian Family and Faith Community in Siliguri
NFCYM Exchange – Day Two Recap
By Gina Robles, Province Youth Ministry Associate (Louisville, Kentucky) – Day 2 of the NFCYM EXCHANGE began with General Session II, centered on the theme “Accompanying Each Other.” The session invited participants to reflect on how we walk with one another in ministry, especially in a time when young people are searching for connection, guidance, and authentic relationships. The day continued with a variety of … Continue reading NFCYM Exchange – Day Two Recap
For God’s Glory / Por la Gloria de Dios
By Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB A constant theme runs through all the readings of the 5th Sunday in Ordinary Time, and it is, “Whatever you do, do it for the Glory of God.” Seven hundred years before Christ, Isaiah led the way, speaking to his fellow worshipers, “Thus says the LORD:” share food and shelter, your clothing with the hungry, the homeless, the naked. Do … Continue reading For God’s Glory / Por la Gloria de Dios
Digi Evangeli: Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time: Feb. 8, 2026 (English and Spanish)
By Fr. Shijumon Thottupurathu, SDB Reflection In English The Sermon on the Mount calls us to become blessed in the name of the Lord. Recognizing that we live because of God’s grace helps us to be obedient to his commandments. In obedience, we become humble to be blessed in the Lord.Blessings. Reflexión en Español La sal da sabor a la comida; de la misma manera, … Continue reading Digi Evangeli: Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time: Feb. 8, 2026 (English and Spanish)
“Sacri Cuori Viventi” (Living Sacred Hearts): A Tribute to Vera Grita in the Salesian Basilica of the Sacred Heart in Rome
(ANS – Rome) – On the occasion of the birthday of Vera Grita (January 28, 1923), Salesian Cooperator and Servant of God, on Thursday, January 29, 2026, Sonia Nifosi’s company presented a theatrical dance performance at the Salesian Basilica of the Sacred Heart in Rome, located at the Salesian Headquarters. Through text and choreography, the performance honored this remarkable figure of Salesian holiness. The setting … Continue reading “Sacri Cuori Viventi” (Living Sacred Hearts): A Tribute to Vera Grita in the Salesian Basilica of the Sacred Heart in Rome