Plenary Session of the General Council 2026: Work Begins at Salesian Headquarters
(ANS – Rome) – The first Plenary Session of the General Council for 2026 opened on the morning of Monday, March 9, 2026, at the Salesians of Don Bosco Headquarters in Rome and will continue until April 17, 2026. With this meeting, the members of the General Council, led by the Rector Major, Fr. Fabio Attard, are embarking for the first time on a new … Continue reading Plenary Session of the General Council 2026: Work Begins at Salesian Headquarters
St. Dominic Savio Cooperator Center (EN) Welcomes Nine New Cooperators
By Judy Alvarez, Salesian Cooperator (Bellflower, California) – On Sunday, March 15, at the 11:30 AM Mass at St. Dominic Savio Church, nine people will make their first Promises to God as Salesian Cooperators. For over two years, they were accompanied to discern their call to this unique vocation through formative classes and experiences. On Sunday, they will answer their call to live out the … Continue reading St. Dominic Savio Cooperator Center (EN) Welcomes Nine New Cooperators
“Don Bosco Always Wanted to Be at the Forefront of Progress”: Salesians Present ‘Go Beyond,’ a Project on AI in the Classroom, at Didacta Italia 2026
(ANS – Florence) – The Salesians participated in Didacta Italia 2026—the country’s premier national event on education, training, and innovation in schooling—held from March 11–13 in Florence. At their stand, they showcased the educational initiatives of Salesian Schools and Vocational Training, including the national Artificial Intelligence (AI) project, demonstrating how algorithms can serve as tools to support pedagogy. The connection between the charism of a … Continue reading “Don Bosco Always Wanted to Be at the Forefront of Progress”: Salesians Present ‘Go Beyond,’ a Project on AI in the Classroom, at Didacta Italia 2026
Appeal for Prayer from the Salesian Provincial of MOR: “Lord, Give Us Your Peace!”
(ANS) – In a brief but heartfelt message, the Salesian Superior of the Jesus the Adolescent Province of the Middle East (MOR), Fr. Simon Zakerian, invites the entire Salesian Family worldwide to support with their prayers the peoples living in the troubled lands of the Middle East. Fr. Zakerian chooses his words carefully in the video he released—not only because he speaks in Italian, which … Continue reading Appeal for Prayer from the Salesian Provincial of MOR: “Lord, Give Us Your Peace!”
A Gradual Path to Understanding and Assimilating the Ratio Fundamentalis: Chapter 1
(ANS – Rome) – “‘The Ratio is a text to be read and understood, but above all it is a process to be entered into and made one’s own, following the example of the first followers of the Gospel and those who first accepted and passed on Don Bosco’s charism by embracing Salesian life.’” — Fr. Fabio Attard, Rector Major, from the Decree of Promulgation. … Continue reading A Gradual Path to Understanding and Assimilating the Ratio Fundamentalis: Chapter 1
Salesian Technical and Vocational Center Builds New Facility Thanks to Donor Support from Salesian Missions
(ANS – Mahajanga) – Students at the Salesian Technical and Vocational Center in Mahajanga, Madagascar, will soon benefit from newly constructed facilities, made possible through funding from Salesian Missions, the U.S. development arm of the Salesians of Don Bosco. Construction began in March 2025 and is currently ongoing. The project will serve 400 students, including those from the Salesian community as well as young people … Continue reading Salesian Technical and Vocational Center Builds New Facility Thanks to Donor Support from Salesian Missions
The Salesian Don Bosco Gatenga Centre Promotes Training in Solar Energy with Programs that Support Sustainable Development
(ANS – Gatenga) – The Don Bosco Gatenga Centre in Rwanda regularly hosts intensive training programs on photovoltaic solar energy for educators and vocational teachers, aiming to expand the impact of renewable energy in schools and their surrounding communities. These initiatives combine technological innovation, sustainability, and educational commitment to address the region’s energy challenges. The Don Bosco Gatenga Vocational Training Centre has become a benchmark … Continue reading The Salesian Don Bosco Gatenga Centre Promotes Training in Solar Energy with Programs that Support Sustainable Development
Salesians Participate in the Country’s First International Congress on Technical and Vocational Education
(ANS – Santo Domingo) – With great enthusiasm and a strong sense of mission toward young people, the Salesians of Don Bosco participated in the First International Congress on Technical and Vocational Education, organized by the Dominican Republic’s Ministry of Education (MINERD). The event marked a milestone in the country’s educational landscape, bringing together institutions, authorities, and key figures in the sector. Present at the … Continue reading Salesians Participate in the Country’s First International Congress on Technical and Vocational Education
Here Are the Videos for Salesian Mission Day 2026: “Hearts Open, Mission Alive!”
(ANS – Rome) – Following the release of the poster and teaser, the Missions Sector has published the official video for Salesian Mission Day 2026, titled “Hearts Open, Mission Alive.” Salesian Mission Day (SMD) 2026 celebrates missionary solidarity and, in particular, the contribution of the Salesian Mission Offices. Everyone has something to give: time, listening, energy, joy, hope… As a wise Mapuche leader from Patagonia … Continue reading Here Are the Videos for Salesian Mission Day 2026: “Hearts Open, Mission Alive!”
Digi Evangeli: Fourth Sunday Of Lent: March 15, 2026 (English and Spanish)
By Fr. Shijumon Thottupurathu, SDB Reflection In English The Light of Christ, which illumines the mind and heart, was received and recognized by those who lived a humble life. They could understand the Wisdom of God through the Light of Christ. Let’s allow Jesus to fill us with his Light, that we may understand the meaning of life, and make ourselves faithful disciples of Jesus. … Continue reading Digi Evangeli: Fourth Sunday Of Lent: March 15, 2026 (English and Spanish)
Rise from the Dead / Resucita de Entre Los Muertos
By Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB This command from St. Paul to the Ephesians and to us is not Paul’s but God’s. ‘Awake from the darkness of sin and live in the light of Christ!” It is a warning cry for all of us. We have turned toward God. Yet we may get sleepy on our way, over-confident that we have no sin. Yes, God has … Continue reading Rise from the Dead / Resucita de Entre Los Muertos
A Night of Hope: Celebrating Community and Generosity at Our 4th Annual Gala
By Luis Chacon, Coordinator of Youth Ministry (Boyle Heights, California) – Two weeks ago, on February 28, the Salesian Family Youth Center community gathered for a memorable evening at our 4th Annual Gala, “A Night of Hope.” It was a celebration filled with joy, generosity, and a powerful reminder of what can happen when a community comes together in support of young people. Nearly 300 … Continue reading A Night of Hope: Celebrating Community and Generosity at Our 4th Annual Gala
“Without Beating Around the Bush”: A Space to Explore the Rector Major’s Message
(ANS – Córdoba) – For the Salesian Family, the Rector Major’s Strenna has been a key message since the time of Don Bosco. It serves as a guide for pastoral and educational work throughout the year, but today there is an added challenge: to analyze and interpret it so that it truly challenges daily life. With this goal in mind, the St. Artemides Zatti Province … Continue reading “Without Beating Around the Bush”: A Space to Explore the Rector Major’s Message
Over 200 Young People Gather in Brescia for the SYM 2026 Forum on Peace
(ANS – Brescia) – It was not a weekend of idle chatter, but a true immersion in what it means to “get your hands dirty” for the common good. The Salesian Youth Movement (SYM) 2026 Youth Forum, held on March 7–8 in Brescia, brought together over 200 young people from the Italian regions of Lombardy and Emilia-Romagna under a single imperative: “Aim for peace.” And … Continue reading Over 200 Young People Gather in Brescia for the SYM 2026 Forum on Peace
Salesian Rectors Begin National Meeting
(ANS – São Leopoldo) – Rectors of the Salesian communities from the six provinces of Brazil began their National Meeting of Directors at the Cristo Rei Spirituality Centre (CECREI) in São Leopoldo, in the State of Rio Grande do Sul and the Brazil-Porto Alegre Province (BPA), on Monday, March 9, 2026. The meeting will continue until Friday, March 13, focusing on the new Ratio Fundamentalis, … Continue reading Salesian Rectors Begin National Meeting
Towards the VI World Congress of the Salesian Cooperators: Four Days to Celebrate 150 Years of History and Look to the Future
(ANS – Rome) – Just two months remain before the VI World Congress of the Association of the Salesian Cooperators—the third group of the Salesian Family, desired and founded by Don Bosco himself—which will take place at Fraterna Domus, near Rome, from May 7 to 10, 2026. The event will be a moment of great significance for the entire Association, offering a privileged opportunity to … Continue reading Towards the VI World Congress of the Salesian Cooperators: Four Days to Celebrate 150 Years of History and Look to the Future
Unity and Hope: Where Can Pope Leo Lead the Church?
(ANS – London) – Fr. Peter Pagac, SDB, Parish Priest of Sacred Heart Battersea, hosted a meeting on March 5, 2026, to reflect on the hope and unity that Pope Leo XIV’s election might bring to the Catholic Church. Just under 200 people registered to participate, demonstrating the strong interest in the optimism that Pope Leo is already inspiring. The event’s organization and publicity were … Continue reading Unity and Hope: Where Can Pope Leo Lead the Church?
Encounter, Surrender, Commit: A Transformative Salesian Retreat
By Ben Pluma (Pacific Palisades, CA – March 6–8, 2026) – ADMA-Y, a vibrant Catholic youth community from St. Dominic Savio Parish in Bellflower, gathered for their annual Salesian retreat, partnering this year with the Confirmation program from St. Bernard Parish. Rooted in devotion to the Blessed Sacrament and Mary Help of Christians, ADMA-Y continues the legacy of John Bosco, who founded ADMA in 1869 … Continue reading Encounter, Surrender, Commit: A Transformative Salesian Retreat
The Pope: Oratories Are Vital in Helping Young People Overcome Isolation
(ANS – Olgiate Comasco) – In a message signed by Cardinal Secretary of State Pietro Parolin on the occasion of the laying of the foundation stone of the new complex in Olgiate Comasco named after St. John Bosco, Pope Leo XIV encouraged people to appreciate the role of oratories as “spaces of true fraternity” in the life of the Church and society. With this message, … Continue reading The Pope: Oratories Are Vital in Helping Young People Overcome Isolation
Artificial Intelligence, Industry 4.0, and Inclusive Innovation: the Salesians in Italy Take Center Stage at the “Didacta 2026” Fair
(ANS – Florence) – The Salesians in Italy confirm their presence at the most important event on education, formation, and innovation in the world of schooling, the “Didacta Italia” Fair, which this year will be held from March 11–13, 2026, at the Fortezza da Basso in Florence. During the three days of the event, the Salesian Network will present experiences that combine cutting-edge technology with … Continue reading Artificial Intelligence, Industry 4.0, and Inclusive Innovation: the Salesians in Italy Take Center Stage at the “Didacta 2026” Fair
Living the Gospel Through Service: SFHS Students in Tijuana
Last month, 18 students from St. Francis High School Salesian College Preparatory, accompanied by two faculty members, traveled to Tijuana, Mexico, to encounter Christ in the faces of those often overlooked. During their visit, they spent time with the homeless, visited orphanages, and dedicated themselves to prayer, reflection, and service. This experience embodies what it means to be a Shark: leading with compassion, serving with … Continue reading Living the Gospel Through Service: SFHS Students in Tijuana
150 Years of Salesian Presence: Honorary Citizenship Conferred on Fr. Fabio Attard, Keys of the City Presented
(ANS – Vallecrosia) – On the afternoon of Saturday, March 7, 2026, as part of the celebrations marking 150 years of Salesian presence in the city, the Municipality of Vallecrosia conferred honorary citizenship on Fr. Fabio Attard, Rector Major of the Salesian Congregation and 11th Successor of Don Bosco. He was also presented with the keys of the city during a solemn session of the … Continue reading 150 Years of Salesian Presence: Honorary Citizenship Conferred on Fr. Fabio Attard, Keys of the City Presented
Bro. Saglia, SDB: A Life Traveling the World – Telling the Story of Salesian Missions
(ANS – Turin) – Guatemala? Yes. Papua New Guinea? Also. Sudan? The same. “It is easier to list the countries where I have not been,” smiles Bro. Antonio Saglia, speaking from his office in Valdocco. A Salesian Brother, professed in 1957 and formerly a teacher of graphic arts, he is now 87 years old and has traveled the world documenting life in Salesian missions inspired … Continue reading Bro. Saglia, SDB: A Life Traveling the World – Telling the Story of Salesian Missions
Salesian Commitment in the New Phase of Emergency: Open Doors and International Support for the Most Vulnerable
(ANS) – The military operation launched on February 28, 2026 by the United States and Israel in Iran quickly spread to other countries in the region, including Lebanon, Syria, and the Holy Land. Thousands of families are fleeing the bombings, leaving everything behind. The Salesians active in these countries have once again opened their doors to welcome the suffering population, while Salesian organizations worldwide are … Continue reading Salesian Commitment in the New Phase of Emergency: Open Doors and International Support for the Most Vulnerable
Don Bosco’s Spirit in the Digital Age: Fr. Ricardo Campoli’s Visit to the Province of Chennai (INM), India
(ANS – Chennai) – Fr. Ricardo Campoli, representing the Social Communication Sector in Rome, visited the Salesian Province of Chennai on March 2–3, 2026. The visit was a spirited encounter with the “digital pulpit,” where the timeless Salesian charism intersects with modern technology to build a “better home for everyone.” The visit began at the Salesian Institute of Graphic Arts (SIGA), a renowned institution that … Continue reading Don Bosco’s Spirit in the Digital Age: Fr. Ricardo Campoli’s Visit to the Province of Chennai (INM), India
DBTC Cebu Inaugurates Bugsay Leadership Center
(ANS – Cebu City) – Don Bosco Technical College (DBTC) – Cebu inaugurated, blessed, and formally received the Bugsay Leadership Center on March 4, 2026. The facility includes a 300-seat auditorium and a library that will serve as spaces for learning, leadership formation, and community activities. The ceremony was attended by representatives of the Ramon Aboitiz Foundation Inc. (RAFI), led by Ms. Amaya Cristina Aboitiz-Fansler, … Continue reading DBTC Cebu Inaugurates Bugsay Leadership Center
AI at an Engineering University: “Its Use Must Be Regulated and Critical Thinking Encouraged”
(ANS – Barcelona) – The emergence of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) in university classrooms is transforming the way people learn and teach. Faced with this new scenario, the Salesian University School of Sarrià (EUSS), an engineering university in Barcelona, has chosen to focus on training students to develop strong critical thinking skills and responsible use of these technologies. This approach is the result of a … Continue reading AI at an Engineering University: “Its Use Must Be Regulated and Critical Thinking Encouraged”
Over 90 Squares Across Italy for “La Violetta di Don Bosco – 2026”
(ANS – Rome) – On the weekend of March 14–15, 2026, “La Violetta di Don Bosco” (Don Bosco’s Violet) will return across Italy. This national initiative, promoted by the Salesians for Social network, is now in its fourth edition and is organized in collaboration with the Association of Salesian Cooperators from the Region of Italy, the Middle East, and Malta. More than 90 squares, oratories, … Continue reading Over 90 Squares Across Italy for “La Violetta di Don Bosco – 2026”
Salesian Missionary Uses Social Media to Evangelize the Xavante People
(ANS – Sangradouro) – Fr. Joseph Tran Van Lich, a Salesian missionary originally from Vietnam, has begun a new phase of his pastoral work among the Xavante Indigenous people in Mato Grosso, Brazil. Present in the region since 2021, the priest now uses digital tools to offer prayers and biblical teachings in the villages, adapting to the growing spread of technology among Indigenous populations. As … Continue reading Salesian Missionary Uses Social Media to Evangelize the Xavante People
First Global Online Meeting Strengthens Specific Formation of Salesian Brothers
(ANS – Rome) – The first global online meeting dedicated to the specific formation of Salesian Brothers brought together the RMG Formation Team, directors, formators, Brothers in formation, and past pupils from the three international formation centers in Mexico, Cameroon, and the Philippines. With simultaneous translation facilitating active participation across languages, the gathering fostered a spirit of fraternity, shared reflection, and collaborative learning centered on … Continue reading First Global Online Meeting Strengthens Specific Formation of Salesian Brothers
Massa and Meriba / Massa y Meribá
By Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB Many times, we hear those words as a description of the testing place where water gushed from the side of Mount Horeb. The going was tough; the place dry and the people feared they and their stocks would die of thirst. Moses reminded them that they were led there by God, that they ought to trust Him, but instead were … Continue reading Massa and Meriba / Massa y Meribá
Digi Evangeli: Third Sunday Of Lent: March 8, 2026 (English and Spanish)
By Fr. Shijumon Thottupurathu, SDB Reflection In English The courage and boldness of the Samaritan woman were appreciated. She was well-versed in History and Sacred Scripture. Are we progressing in our knowledge about our tradition and sacred scripture? Blessings. Reflexión en Español La valentía y la audacia de la mujer samaritana fueron apreciadas. Era una gran conocedora de la historia y las Sagradas Escrituras. ¿Estamos … Continue reading Digi Evangeli: Third Sunday Of Lent: March 8, 2026 (English and Spanish)
VIS: 40 Years Beside Youth Around the World with Don Bosco
(ANS – Rome) – Exactly 40 years ago, on March 3, 1986, in Turin, the Salesian NGO Volontariato Internazionale per lo Sviluppo (VIS) (International Volunteering for Development) was founded with the goal of implementing international cooperation projects. On that day, 14 young men and women—dreaming of a more just world—decided to embark on a new journey with a single desire: to stand beside young people … Continue reading VIS: 40 Years Beside Youth Around the World with Don Bosco
Three Important Events of the Salesian Historical Institute (ISS)
(ANS – Rome) – Over the weekend of February 27–28, 2026, three significant meetings of the Salesian Historical Institute (ISS) took place at the Pontifical Salesian University (UPS) in Rome: the Executive Council, the Editorial Board of Salesian Historical Research (RSS), and the ISS Assembly. The meetings began with a moment of prayer and the approval of the minutes from the previous sessions (November 14–15, … Continue reading Three Important Events of the Salesian Historical Institute (ISS)
We’re Hiring: Youth Ministry Office Secretary (Part-Time)
(Bellflower, CA) – The Salesian Youth Ministry Office is currently seeking a dedicated and organized individual to serve as a Part-Time Youth Ministry Office Secretary. This position provides essential secretarial and communications support for the Youth Ministry Office and is based in Bellflower, California. Applicants must be 18 years of age or older and ready to contribute to the mission of accompanying and serving young … Continue reading We’re Hiring: Youth Ministry Office Secretary (Part-Time)
Salesian Reflection for a Changing Continent: The 9th Meeting of the Salesian Provincials of Europe
(ANS – Turin) – The 9th Meeting of the Salesian Provincials of Europe took place over the weekend (February 27–March 1, 2026) in Turin-Valdocco. More than 50 participants gathered at the Salesian Motherhouse to receive key guidelines regarding the renewed Ratio Fundamentalis for Salesian Formation and to discern together the best paths for accompanying vocations and shaping the future of the Salesian presence on the … Continue reading Salesian Reflection for a Changing Continent: The 9th Meeting of the Salesian Provincials of Europe
Salesian Missionary Day 2026: Hearts Open, Mission Alive!
(ANS – Rome) – On the 100th anniversary of the death of Fr. John Cagliero (February 28, 1926), Salesian cardinal and leader of the first Salesian missionary expedition, the Missions Sector launches the Salesian Missionary Day (SMD). This year, the Salesian Missionary Day, promoted by the Missions Sector, focuses on missionary solidarity, particularly the role of Salesian Mission Offices, under the slogan “Hearts Open, Mission … Continue reading Salesian Missionary Day 2026: Hearts Open, Mission Alive!
Burritos, Blessings, and Lenten Grace
By Ben Pluma (February 28, 2026 – Los Angeles, CA) – As we enter the third week of Lent, our community at the Don Bosco Mission Center in Boyle Heights continues its Works of Mercy Outreach initiative with renewed dedication and joy. Volunteers gathered early to unload food supplies, prepare meat, beans, and rice, and organize an assembly line for burrito preparation. Others carefully sorted … Continue reading Burritos, Blessings, and Lenten Grace
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
Rwandan Honey Arrives in Milan: Children from the Salesian Primary School Support the “Ndiza – Don Bosco Beekeeping Project”
(ANS – Milan) – A jar of honey can tell us much more than just its flavor: it can speak of connection, education, and a choice rooted in solidarity. On the Feast of Don Bosco, celebrated on January 31, 2026, the children of the Primary School of the Salesian Sant’Ambrogio Institute in Milan shared with their families and communities a meaningful gesture of solidarity with … Continue reading Rwandan Honey Arrives in Milan: Children from the Salesian Primary School Support the “Ndiza – Don Bosco Beekeeping Project”
Returning with a Salesian Heart to the Educational and Pastoral Value of Sport
(ANS – Rome) — “Returning with a Salesian heart to the educational and pastoral value of sport” was the guiding theme of the reflection meeting held at Salesian Headquarters in Rome on Monday, February 2, 2026. Those present at the gathering included the President of the International Salesian Youth Sports Association (PGS-I), Georg Leibold; the General Councilors for Youth Ministry of the Daughters of Mary … Continue reading Returning with a Salesian Heart to the Educational and Pastoral Value of Sport
Los Angeles Archbishop to Hold Special Mass for Immigrants, Call for Peace as Raids Continue
By Alejandra Molina (This story was originally published by Boyle Heights Beat on Feb. 2, 2026) (Boyle Heights, California) – Los Angeles Archbishop José H. Gomez is holding a special Mass for Peace on Wednesday amid violence from immigration raids that have separated families and traumatized neighborhoods in LA and across the country. “We need prayer in this time of fear and uncertainty that is hurting … Continue reading Los Angeles Archbishop to Hold Special Mass for Immigrants, Call for Peace as Raids Continue
The Salesian Community of Telšiai Receives the Medal of Saint Justin as the Diocese of Telšiai Celebrates Its 100th Anniversary
(ANS – Telšiai) – In recognition of the valuable contributions of the various communities of consecrated life to the pastoral growth of the Diocese of Telšiai, which is celebrating its centenary this year, the Bishop of Telšiai, Msgr. Algirdas Jurevičius, awarded the Salesian Community of Telšiai, together with other religious communities of the diocese, the Medal of Saint Justin. The award was conferred at the … Continue reading The Salesian Community of Telšiai Receives the Medal of Saint Justin as the Diocese of Telšiai Celebrates Its 100th Anniversary
Venerable Fr. Carlo Crespi Croci, SDB, Returns Home: The Shrine of Mary Help of Christians in Cuenca
(ANS – Cuenca) – Saturday, January 31, 2026, was a historic day of faith and gratitude for the city of Cuenca, marked by the blessing of the chapel dedicated to the memory of Venerable Fr. Carlo Crespi Croci, Salesian of Don Bosco, and by the final transfer of his mortal remains. They will now rest permanently in what was his home for many years: the … Continue reading Venerable Fr. Carlo Crespi Croci, SDB, Returns Home: The Shrine of Mary Help of Christians in Cuenca
A Shepherd Among His Sons: Rector Major Fr. Fabio Attard to Visit India
(ANS – Rome) – The Salesian Family in India is preparing with great joy and gratitude to welcome the Rector Major, Fr. Fabio Attard, who will undertake an animation visit to India from February 5–17, 2026. His presence among Salesians, young people, educators, past pupils, and members of the Salesian Family is eagerly awaited as a time of grace and blessing, renewing bonds of communion … Continue reading A Shepherd Among His Sons: Rector Major Fr. Fabio Attard to Visit India
From the Oratory to the World: Don Bosco’s Path of Peace
(ANS – Rome) – On the Feast of St. John Bosco, the Don Bosco Nel Mondo Foundation celebrated the Salesian Founder at the Casa Generalizia with a reflective gathering centered on the theme “From the Oratory to the World: the Peace of Don Bosco.” Benefactors, ambassadors, Salesians, and friends came together for an evening of reflection, dialogue, and music, animated by Le Voci del Sacro … Continue reading From the Oratory to the World: Don Bosco’s Path of Peace
Don Bosco Celebrated in the Holy Land
(ANS – Jerusalem) – Celebrating Don Bosco in the Holy City of Jerusalem is not merely a liturgical event; it is an act of hope. With this conviction, on Saturday, January 31, the Salesian community in Jerusalem gathered at the Ratisbonne Institute: Salesians, members of the Salesian Family, students of the Studium Theologicum Salesianum, religious men and women, and friends of Don Bosco came together … Continue reading Don Bosco Celebrated in the Holy Land
Chieri: Fr. Fabio Attard Named Honorary Citizen in Recognition of His Service to the Salesian Charism and to Young People
(ANS – Chieri) – A day marked by deep emotion and profound Salesian significance characterized the morning of February 1, 2026, in the city of Chieri, which officially conferred Honorary Citizenship on Fr. Fabio Attard, 11th Rector Major of the Salesian Congregation, elected on March 25, 2025. The recognition was awarded as a sign of esteem for his extraordinary educational, pastoral, and cultural commitment, as … Continue reading Chieri: Fr. Fabio Attard Named Honorary Citizen in Recognition of His Service to the Salesian Charism and to Young People
See, Listen, Choose, and Act: For the Feast of Don Bosco, the Rector Major Encourages Young People to Follow the Path of the Saint of Youth
(ANS – Turin) – “Here in Valdocco we really must acknowledge that the future begins yesterday.” It may sound like a mistake, but it is not. “We are heirs to an extraordinary experience that has been given to us and entrusted to us. Courage!” With this warm quotation from his predecessor, Fr. Egidio Viganò, the Rector Major of the Salesians of Don Bosco, Fr. Fabio … Continue reading See, Listen, Choose, and Act: For the Feast of Don Bosco, the Rector Major Encourages Young People to Follow the Path of the Saint of Youth
NFCYM Exchange – Day 1 Recap (Louisville, KY)
By Gina Robles, Province Youth Ministry Associate (Bellflower, California) – Day 1 of the NFCYM’S EXCHANGE (National Federation for Catholic Youth Ministry) in Louisville, Kentucky, set a powerful and prayerful tone for the gathering, centering on the key theme of accompaniment and our shared mission to walk with young people in faith. The day began with moments of prayer that grounded participants in purpose and … Continue reading NFCYM Exchange – Day 1 Recap (Louisville, KY)
Empowering Youth: A Week of Dreams, Service, and Leadership
By Luis Chacon, Youth minister, Salesian Volunteers Coordinator and Public Relations Specialist at Salesian Family Youth Center (Boyle Heights, California) – At the Salesian Family Youth Center, we empower young people in many ways: by creating spaces for their voices to be heard, exposing them to new environments, walking with them in faith, and forming them as leaders through real-life experiences. This past week reflects … Continue reading Empowering Youth: A Week of Dreams, Service, and Leadership
Digi Evangeli: Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time: Feb. 1, 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 El Sermón de Monte nos llama a ser bienaventurados en el … Continue reading Digi Evangeli: Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time: Feb. 1, 2026 (English and Spanish)
Braves Serve at LA Regional Food Bank to Kick Off Don Bosco Week—Honoring Mama Margaret’s Legacy
(Bellflower, California) – Faith in action! To kick off Don Bosco Week, a group of “Braves” from St. John Bosco High School helped out at the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank alongside their moms in tribute to Mama Margaret, the beloved mother of Don Bosco who profoundly influenced his life and work. Learn more about her below! Margherita “Margaret” Occhiena When asked to go with … Continue reading Braves Serve at LA Regional Food Bank to Kick Off Don Bosco Week—Honoring Mama Margaret’s Legacy
Cagliero 11 – February 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 Géza Nádudvari SDB, CORAM/RCMA (Regional Coordinator for Missionary Animation) Central-North Europe Region; • “Niger: Preaching without preaching”, by Fr. Jorge Mario Crisafulli … Continue reading Cagliero 11 – February 2026
The Rector Major Speaks to the Young People of the Salesian Youth Movement
(ANS – Rome) – Renewing a “beautiful tradition” of the Rector Majors, for the Feast of Don Bosco 2026 the 11th Successor of Don Bosco, Fr. Fabio Attard, will deliver a message of hope and engagement to the young people of the Salesian Youth Movement (SYM). The Rector Major emphasizes three main points. First, Fr. Attard refers to the Strenna message for 2026, renewing the invitation … Continue reading The Rector Major Speaks to the Young People of the Salesian Youth Movement
Feast of Don Bosco: Happiness Multiplies When Shared
(ANS – Milan) – In view of the Feast of Don Bosco, celebrated on January 31, the Fondazione Opera Don Bosco Onlusrenews its commitment to the world’s most vulnerable children and young people, presenting a model of aid that has grown and expanded over time: long-distance support for educational communities. Alongside traditional long-distance support, which enables thousands of children to receive assistance, protection, and opportunities for growth, a … Continue reading Feast of Don Bosco: Happiness Multiplies When Shared
“Good Christians and Joyful Citizens”: Don Bosco’s Educational Joy
(ANS – Rome) – Among Don Bosco’s most well-known expressions, one in particular effectively summarizes his educational vision: forming “good Christians and honest citizens.” Numerous scholars—including Pietro Braido, who speaks of a true formula of Salesian educational humanism—have shown how this synthesis expresses a project of integral education, capable of uniting lived faith, human maturity, and social responsibility. In this context, cheerfulness is not an accessory … Continue reading “Good Christians and Joyful Citizens”: Don Bosco’s Educational Joy
Promulgation of the 5th Edition of the Ratio
(ANS – Rome) – On January 26, 2026, the Rector Major, Fr. Fabio Attard, officially promulgated the fifth edition of The Formation of the Salesians of Don Bosco – Principles and Norms – Ratio Fundamentalis Institutionis et Studiorum. This date was chosen because it marks the simple yet fruitful beginning of our existence and vocation as Salesians. On that day in 1854, Rua, Cagliero, Artiglia, and Rocchietti … Continue reading Promulgation of the 5th Edition of the Ratio
Young People, Leadership, and Witness: Fr. Fabio Attard in Dialogue with the SYM at the Basilica of the Sacred Heart
(ANS – Rome) – On the evening of Tuesday, January 28, at the Basilica of the Sacred Heart in Rome, a dialogue titled “Fr. Fabio Attard in Dialogue with the Young People of the Salesian Youth Movement” took place. The event was moderated by RAI journalist Benedetta Rinaldi, a former Salesian past pupil. The meeting, which was also livestreamed on the ANS YouTube channel, was part of the … Continue reading Young People, Leadership, and Witness: Fr. Fabio Attard in Dialogue with the SYM at the Basilica of the Sacred Heart
Anecdotes of Mercy: How Don Bosco Corrected Without Humiliating
(ANS – Rome) – Correcting without humiliating is one of the most delicate challenges in education. Don Bosco faced it throughout his life, transforming correction into an authentic act of mercy. In his writings and in the recollections of his contemporaries, a constant conviction emerges: correction is not about venting an educator’s irritation, but about helping young people grow. For this reason, he warns: “It is … Continue reading Anecdotes of Mercy: How Don Bosco Corrected Without Humiliating
Two Worlds / Dos Mundos
By Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB Lord Jesus, when You taught the ‘Beatitudes,’ it might seem that you intended to puzzle us. What you taught there on the hillside seemed so contrary to our way of thinking. Keep us company now as we seek to fathom more deeply your meaning. Surely however, you did want to tell us for our own good to stay aware that … Continue reading Two Worlds / Dos Mundos
Discover Treasures at Our Charity Shop – Free for Those in Need
(Boyle Heights, California ) – Looking for quality clothing or household items without spending a dime? Our Charity Shop is here to help! Stocked entirely through generous donations, we offer clothing for children and adults as well as houseware items, all available completely free to anyone in need. We warmly invite you to visit us on the last Saturday of every month, from 8:00 AM … Continue reading Discover Treasures at Our Charity Shop – Free for Those in Need
Three Words That Have Educated Generations: Reason, Religion, and Loving-Kindness
(ANS – Rome) – When Don Bosco presented his Preventive System, he summarized it in three simple yet powerful words: reason, religion, and loving kindness. On these three pillars, he educated thousands of young people in Valdocco and in many other houses, and on these same foundations the Salesian world continues to build schools, oratories, and social works throughout the world. This is not an … Continue reading Three Words That Have Educated Generations: Reason, Religion, and Loving-Kindness
Mary Help of Christians, the True Treasurer of Valdocco
(ANS – Rome) – To fully understand Don Bosco’s relationship with Providence, one need only look at Valdocco: works that grew without initial capital, churches built in remarkably short periods of time, and hundreds of children to feed, clothe, and educate every day. Faced with these challenges, Don Bosco would calmly repeat that “Providence has never failed us,” and he would immediately add, with his … Continue reading Mary Help of Christians, the True Treasurer of Valdocco
Salesian Fr. Enio Esteves Dies in Plane Crash
(ANS – Taisha) – “With hope in the Risen Christ, we sadly announce the passing of Fr. Enio Esteves. Until the very last moment of his life, he lived out his missionary vocation in service of the Amazonian peoples of our country. We are united in prayer for his eternal rest.” With these words, the Salesian Province of Ecuador announced the death of Fr. Esteves, who … Continue reading Salesian Fr. Enio Esteves Dies in Plane Crash
Valdocco Prepares to Celebrate the Solemnity of St. John Bosco with a Rich Cultural, Spiritual, and Pastoral Program
(ANS – Turin) – In preparation for the Solemnity of St. John Bosco, to be celebrated on Saturday, January 31, the Salesian complex of Valdocco and the Basilica of Mary Help of Christians in Turin are once again offering a wide-ranging program for 2026. The initiative brings together cultural reflection, educational offerings, artistic events, and liturgical celebrations, providing the Salesian Family, the faithful, and the … Continue reading Valdocco Prepares to Celebrate the Solemnity of St. John Bosco with a Rich Cultural, Spiritual, and Pastoral Program
Diocesan Inquiry Into the Cause of the Servant of God Antonieta Böhm Declared Valid
(ANS – Vatican City) – On January 26, 2026, the General Postulator for the Causes of Saints of the Salesian Family, Fr. Pierluigi Cameroni, received official notification that the Dicastery for the Causes of Saints, during its Ordinary Congress on December 17, 2025, declared the diocesan inquiry into the Cause of Beatification and Canonization of the Servant of God Antonieta Böhm—a professed sister of the … Continue reading Diocesan Inquiry Into the Cause of the Servant of God Antonieta Böhm Declared Valid
Salesian Provincial “Gathering of Troops”for Prayer, Listening, and the Path Forward
By Bro. Tom Mass, SDB, Province Economer (San Francisco, CA) – This past week, Monday, January 19 – 21, the Salesian Society of Don Bosco in the Western United States gathered at St. Anthony Retreat in Three Rivers for a few days of “gathering the troops” for prayer, reflection, and family time. Based on a long history of various Provincial Assembly Days, this gathering had … Continue reading Salesian Provincial “Gathering of Troops”for Prayer, Listening, and the Path Forward
JC Montenegro to Present at NFCYM Exchange
A Province Youth Ministry Team Announcement (Los Angeles, California) – The National Federation for Catholic Youth Ministry Exchange is one of the Church’s premier gatherings for those serving young people. From February 1–4, 2026, in Louisville, KY, parish leaders, diocesan staff, and ministry professionals from across the country will come together for formation, collaboration, and renewal. Exchange is designed to strengthen the mission of youth … Continue reading JC Montenegro to Present at NFCYM Exchange
Pope Leo XIV to Visit the Basilica of the Sacred Heart
(ANS – Rome) – It was announced today, January 23, by the Vicariate of Rome that Pope Leo XIV will make his first pastoral visit to the Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus in Castro Pretorio on Sunday, February 22. The event is expected to be a historic moment of grace for the parish community and for the entire Salesian Family. The visit is … Continue reading Pope Leo XIV to Visit the Basilica of the Sacred Heart
“The Dream That Changed a Life”: From a Nine-Year-Old’s Dream to the Discernment of a Mission
(ANS – Rome) – With the Novena to St. John Bosco beginning today (1/22/2025), ANS is offering a series of articles intended to accompany this time of preparation for the Feast of the Saint of Youth through a genuine spiritual and charismatic journey. Starting from the original call, narrated in the dream of the nine-year-old in “The Dream That Changed a Life,” the journey moves … Continue reading “The Dream That Changed a Life”: From a Nine-Year-Old’s Dream to the Discernment of a Mission
“A Home for Those Who Have None”: The Kitchen at Valdocco and the Family Style
(ANS – Rome) – If the dream of the nine-year-old reveals the “why” of Don Bosco’s life, the kitchen at Valdocco tells the “how.” In nineteenth-century Turin, shaped by rapid industrialization and populated by young people who had come from the countryside as apprentices and workers, Don Bosco encountered a new and often invisible form of poverty: young people without families, without homes, and without … Continue reading “A Home for Those Who Have None”: The Kitchen at Valdocco and the Family Style
Juvenile Delinquency: Borgo Ragazzi Don Bosco Relaunches Its Model of Intervention Based on Prevention and Social Mediation
(ANS – Rome) – Moving beyond an emergency-driven mindset and putting education back at the center, through cohesion among all social stakeholders. This is the appeal launched by Borgo Ragazzi Don Bosco with the conference “The Human Face of Juvenile Delinquency – Understanding to Reactivate the Future Through Education, Community, and Intervention Systems,” scheduled for January 30, 2026, beginning at 9:00 a.m., at its headquarters … Continue reading Juvenile Delinquency: Borgo Ragazzi Don Bosco Relaunches Its Model of Intervention Based on Prevention and Social Mediation
Digi Evangeli: Third Sunday in Ordinary Time: Jan. 25, 2026 (English and Spanish)
By Fr. Shijumon Thottupurathu, SDB Reflection In English True repentance brings the light of Christ alive, which helps us to let go all the unwanted burden from our life. May the Light of Christ inspire us to become his faithful disciple. Blessings. Reflexión en Español El verdadero arrepentimiento hace que la luz de Cristo brille en nosotros, que nos ayude a liberarnos de todas las … Continue reading Digi Evangeli: Third Sunday in Ordinary Time: Jan. 25, 2026 (English and Spanish)
A Great Light Has Risen / Una Gran Luz ha Surgido
By Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB The Church Christ founded was not to be confined to out-of-the-way Nazareth. There, they wanted to hurl Jesus off Nazareth’s cliff. Instead, Christ’s Church had its public start in the Jordan Valley where Jesus was baptized by John. Impelled by the Spirit, in conflict with Satan, He further prepared for His mission. Then He preached the Kingdom of Heaven widely … Continue reading A Great Light Has Risen / Una Gran Luz ha Surgido
“Do Whatever He Tells You”: Closing Ceremony of the Salesian Family Spirituality Days Marked by Gratitude, Commitment, and New Wine
(ANS – Turin) – In an atmosphere charged with emotion, gratitude, and shared responsibility, the final moment of the Salesian Family Spirituality Days, held in Turin–Valdocco, took place on the morning of Sunday, January 18, 2026. The event concluded four intense days of listening, prayer, discussion, and communion, followed both in person and online by a large audience: over 18,200 people connected via live streaming, … Continue reading “Do Whatever He Tells You”: Closing Ceremony of the Salesian Family Spirituality Days Marked by Gratitude, Commitment, and New Wine
Serving as Disciples: The Final Eucharist Reaffirms the Mission of the Salesian Family
(ANS – Turin) – On the morning of Sunday, January 18, 2026, the Salesian Family gathered at the Basilica of Mary Help of Christians in Turin–Valdocco for the concluding Eucharistic Celebration of the 44th Salesian Family Spirituality Days, presided over by the Rector Major, Fr. Fabio Attard. This pivotal moment offered a spiritual synthesis of the journey, where listening to the Word and participating in … Continue reading Serving as Disciples: The Final Eucharist Reaffirms the Mission of the Salesian Family
The Lay Groups Fair at the Salesian Family Spirituality Days: A Space for Encounter and Communion
(ANS – Turin) – On the afternoon of the second day of the Salesian Family Spirituality Days, the Lay Groups Fair of the Salesian Family took place, offering a particularly meaningful moment of mutual acquaintance, sharing, and charismatic reflection. The Purpose of the Fair The primary goal of the Lay Groups Fair was to promote understanding of the origins of each Association and the initial … Continue reading The Lay Groups Fair at the Salesian Family Spirituality Days: A Space for Encounter and Communion
Don Bosco Novena: Let Us Pray Together January 22 to January 30
(Los Angeles, California) – In preparation for the Feast of St. John Bosco, let us join in a novena to God through the intercession of our beloved founder, St. John Bosco, whose feast we will celebrate on Saturday, January 31. The Strenna for 2026 reminds us that all our initiatives are to be rooted in Christ, led by discerning his call, and responding as Don … Continue reading Don Bosco Novena: Let Us Pray Together January 22 to January 30
Launch of the “Let’s Not Leave the Most Vulnerable Children in the Dark” Campaign by Salesiani per il Sociale
(ANS – Rome) – Gen Z finds itself caught between the desire to build its own future and widespread emotional vulnerability, marked by a disenchanted view of adults—who are no longer seen as role models—yet accompanied by a clear-eyed awareness of the world. This is the picture outlined by Salesiani per il Sociale, a network of associations committed to the care and protection of minors … Continue reading Launch of the “Let’s Not Leave the Most Vulnerable Children in the Dark” Campaign by Salesiani per il Sociale
Don Bosco: Historical Research and Visual Culture — A New Exhibition Opens Dialogue Between Salesian Tradition, Academic Research, and the Languages of Visual Culture
(ANS – Rome) – The exhibition “Don Bosco: From Biographies to Comics” opened at the Pontifical Salesian University with a day of study and in-depth reflection aimed at placing the figure of Don Bosco within a broader horizon of historical, cultural, and communicative analysis. From the outset, the initiative was conceived as an opportunity for dialogue between Salesian scholarship and contemporary academic debate, bringing together … Continue reading Don Bosco: Historical Research and Visual Culture — A New Exhibition Opens Dialogue Between Salesian Tradition, Academic Research, and the Languages of Visual Culture
Service That Builds Community and Shapes Young Hearts
By JC Montenegro, PhD, Executive Director of the Salesian Family Youth Center (Boyle Heights, California) – It is often interesting how meaningful experiences begin with something simple. In this case, it started with an email from Gabriela Gordillo-Banuelos, Director of the Center for Service and Justice, sharing that more than twelve seniors from Loyola High School were looking for a place to complete their required service … Continue reading Service That Builds Community and Shapes Young Hearts
Opening of the Diocesan Phase of the Cause for the Beatification of Fr. Gaetano Nicosia
(ANS – Macao) – On January 17, 2026, the Church of Macao experienced a day filled with memory, gratitude, and hope with the official opening of the diocesan inquiry into the Cause for the Beatification and Canonization of the Servant of God Gaetano Nicosia, a Salesian missionary who dedicated his life to the service of those afflicted with Hansen’s disease, whom he lovingly called, with … Continue reading Opening of the Diocesan Phase of the Cause for the Beatification of Fr. Gaetano Nicosia
Fr. Elia Comini, Priest and Martyr, to Be Beatified on September 27, 2026
(ANS – Vatican City) – On January 2, 2026, Archbishop Edgar Peña Parra, Substitute of the Vatican Secretariat of State, informed His Eminence Cardinal Matteo Maria Zuppi, Archbishop of Bologna, that Pope Leo XIV had accepted the proposal to celebrate the Rite of Beatification of the Venerable Servants of God Ubaldo Marchinoni, diocesan priest; Fr. Elia Comini, Salesian of Don Bosco; and Fr. Martino Capelli, … Continue reading Fr. Elia Comini, Priest and Martyr, to Be Beatified on September 27, 2026
Salesian Cooperators: Don Bosco’s Prophetic Dream Continues Through History, Life, and the Future
(ANS – Turin) – During the afternoon of the third day of the Salesian Family Spirituality Days, special attention was given to the Association of Salesian Cooperators, protagonists of a rich and well-structured sharing that wove together memory, present life, and a prophetic vision of the future, in preparation for the 150th anniversary of the Association’s foundation (1876–2026). The session, animated by the World Council … Continue reading Salesian Cooperators: Don Bosco’s Prophetic Dream Continues Through History, Life, and the Future
SDB and FMA Youth Ministry Sectors Reflect on Young People’s Dreams for the Salesian Youth Movement
(ANS – Rome) – On January 15, 2026, the Youth Ministry Sectors of the Salesians of Don Bosco (SDB) and the Daughters of Mary Help of Christians (FMA) began the new year with renewed enthusiasm and a shared commitment to young people, inspired by the profound love of Don Bosco and Mother Mazzarello for younger generations. During the afternoon, the two sectors took part in … Continue reading SDB and FMA Youth Ministry Sectors Reflect on Young People’s Dreams for the Salesian Youth Movement
‘The Gospel is a Celebration’: Lectio Divina on the Wedding at Cana at SFSD2026
(ANS – Turin) – After a very intense and stimulating first day, on the morning of Friday, January 16, 2026, participants in the Salesian Family Spirituality Days received a new and rich collection of insights and reflections through a lectio divina led by Turin deacon Paolo De Martino on the Gospel passage of the Wedding at Cana (Jn 2:1–11), which provides the theme for this … Continue reading ‘The Gospel is a Celebration’: Lectio Divina on the Wedding at Cana at SFSD2026
Salesian Family Spirituality Days 2026: from Hope in Jesus, the Trust that Drives Service
(ANS – Turin) – In a spirit of enthusiasm and fraternity, the 44th Salesian Family Spirituality Days (SFSD) began on the afternoon of Thursday, January 15, 2026, in the Teatro Grande at Valdocco in Turin. Representatives of the many groups that make up the Salesian Family gathered around Fr. Fabio Attard, the 11th Successor of Don Bosco, to listen to his reflections on the deeper … Continue reading Salesian Family Spirituality Days 2026: from Hope in Jesus, the Trust that Drives Service
Behind the Camera, Beyond the Classroom: St. John Bosco High School’s Media Pathway Students Bring Real-World Media to Life
By Martha Hernandez, Communications Dept. Website & Online Services Coordinator (Bellflower, California) – When young people are trusted with real responsibility, remarkable things happen. That truth came alive during a recent behind-the-scenes video production led by students of St. John Bosco High School’s Film and Media Pathway program, where collaboration, faith, and professional media skills came together in a powerful real-world experience. This project was … Continue reading Behind the Camera, Beyond the Classroom: St. John Bosco High School’s Media Pathway Students Bring Real-World Media to Life
Cagliero Life Video – January 2026
Dear Friend of the Salesian Missions, On the eve of the 11th, the monthly remembrance of Salesian missions, we are happy to send you the Cagliero Life video of January linked to the monthly Salesian intention, to be used as a tool for animation, discussion, and sharing within the various youth groups. You can watch the video on Youtube or download it in the shared … Continue reading Cagliero Life Video – January 2026
A Day of Faith and Renewal with the Salesian Family
By Doris Salas, Salesian Cooperator (Bellflower, California) – On January 10, a meaningful day of spiritual reflection took place at the Parish Hall of Santo Domingo Savio, centered on the Rector Major’s Strenna for 2026 with the theme “Do whatever He tells you.” The gathering invited participants to renew their commitment to faith, service, and joyful hope. Members of the Salesian Family took part in … Continue reading A Day of Faith and Renewal with the Salesian Family
More Than Any Man / Más Que Cualquier Otro Hombre
By Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB A precious memory during the Christmas Season was of Joseph and Mary bringing Baby Jesus to the Temple and offering Him back to God. They heard Simeon proclaim the Child to be ‘Salvation, ‘Light and Glory’ of nations. Likewise, this second Sunday in Ordinary Time, we hear Isaiah centuries before state about the Messiah and God’s Chosen People, “I will … Continue reading More Than Any Man / Más Que Cualquier Otro Hombre
Expectations of the Participants: Voices from the 44th Salesian Family Spirituality Days: Valdocco, a Crossroads of Charisms and Cultures
(ANS – Turin) – At the opening of the 44th Salesian Family Spirituality Days (SFSD), Valdocco once again confirmed itself as a worldwide crossroads of charisms, cultures, and ecclesial experiences. Around 350 participants from all five continents, representing the 32 groups of the Salesian Family, have gathered in Turin with a shared desire to live an intense time of communion, attentive listening to the Spirit, … Continue reading Expectations of the Participants: Voices from the 44th Salesian Family Spirituality Days: Valdocco, a Crossroads of Charisms and Cultures
Salesian Education at the Service of the Church: Salesians and Daughters of Mary Help of Christians in Talks with the Dicastery for Culture and Education
(ANS – Vatican City) – On Monday, January 12, 2026, some of the highest authorities of the Salesians of Don Bosco (SDB) and the Daughters of Mary Help of Christians (FMA), together with representatives of their university institutions and the Holy See Dicastery responsible for culture and education, met at the Vatican for a time of listening and shared reflection on the meaning and future … Continue reading Salesian Education at the Service of the Church: Salesians and Daughters of Mary Help of Christians in Talks with the Dicastery for Culture and Education
Italian Catholic Priest Injured in Attempted Robbery Appeals for Security at Churches
(ANS – Benguela) – An Italian member of the Salesians of Don Bosco (SDB) has called for improved security at churches and parish residences after being seriously injured during an attempted robbery at a Salesian community in Angola’s Diocese of Benguela. Fr. Luigi de Liberali was attacked on the night of January 7 when an assailant attempted to break into the Salesians of Don Bosco … Continue reading Italian Catholic Priest Injured in Attempted Robbery Appeals for Security at Churches
Salesian Youth Ministry Assembly
(ANS – Rome) – From Friday, January 10, to Saturday, January 11, the Salesian Youth Ministry Assembly was held at the Salesian National Center, with the presence of the Councilor for the Mediterranean Region, Fr. Juan Carlos Pérez Godoy, in his role as President of the Conference of Salesian Provinces of Italy (CISI). In addition to the Provincials and Youth Ministry Delegates, the Presidents of … Continue reading Salesian Youth Ministry Assembly
Fr. Crisafulli Leads a Morning of Learning and Formation at VIS Headquarters
(ANS – Rome) – On the morning of Tuesday, January 13, 2026, the General Councilor for the Missions, Fr. Jorge Mario Crisafulli, visited the headquarters of Volontariato Internazionale per lo Sviluppo (VIS) in Rome to lead a morning of formation, learning, and exchange with all the staff at the VIS headquarters and representatives from various countries and offices around the world. Also in attendance were … Continue reading Fr. Crisafulli Leads a Morning of Learning and Formation at VIS Headquarters
A Challenge to Our Humanity. Wealth that Risks Making Itself Blind and Deaf
The Message of the Rector Major, Fr. Fabio Attard, SDB The parable of the rich man and Lazarus, found in Luke 16:19–31, is not simply a story about the fair distribution of material wealth. It is a story that penetrates the heart of the human condition, confronting us with a disturbing question: who truly owns whom? Did the rich man own his wealth, or did … Continue reading A Challenge to Our Humanity. Wealth that Risks Making Itself Blind and Deaf
Empowering Youth: Serving, Accompanying, and Witnessing Growth
By Luis Chacon, Coordinator of the Salesian Missionary Volunteer Program – (Los Angeles, California) – Walking Together in Moments of Loss and Hope – Last week, I had the opportunity to accompany the leaders of our Salesian Youth Group in Boyle Heights to the funeral Mass for Br. Jerry Weirich, SDB. Being present together was a powerful reminder that we are one Salesian family, walking side by side not … Continue reading Empowering Youth: Serving, Accompanying, and Witnessing Growth
Bosco Tech Students Deliver Record-Breaking Holiday Donations to Veterans
By Karen Krynen, Directior of Communications at Don Bosco Technical Institute – (Rosemead, California) – Don Bosco Bosco Tech’s Red Cross Club sponsored its most successful Holiday Veterans Wishlist Drive yet! Nearly 2,100 much-needed hygiene and essential items for homeless veterans were donated by our generous students, parents, faculty, and staff. After final exams concluded, a dozen Red Cross Club volunteers rolled up their sleeves … Continue reading Bosco Tech Students Deliver Record-Breaking Holiday Donations to Veterans
46 Days to Go: Join Us at the Salesian Family Youth Center Gala!
By JC Montenegro, PhD – (Boyle Heights, California) – There are just 46 days left until our Salesian Family Youth Center Gala on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at Luminarias in Monterey Park! This annual celebration brings our community together to support children and youth in Boyle Heights, providing safe spaces, opportunities, and hope. Enjoy an evening of youth performances, awards, open bar, and community connection, … Continue reading 46 Days to Go: Join Us at the Salesian Family Youth Center Gala!
Publication of the Dossier and Poster of the Holiness of the Salesian Family 2025
(ANS – Rome) – As is traditional, at the beginning of the new year the Dossier and Poster of the Salesian Postulation relating to the previous year are presented. Salesian holiness is a river of life flowing through history: the numbers speak for themselves and reveal a significant spiritual heritage. As of December 31, 2025, the Salesian Family includes 11 Saints, 116 Blesseds, 20 Venerables, … Continue reading Publication of the Dossier and Poster of the Holiness of the Salesian Family 2025
Fr. Bejarano Concludes His Visit to the Sacred Heart of Jesus Province
(ANS – Guayaquil) – Fr. Rafael Bejarano, General Councilor for Youth Ministry, concluded his Animation Visit to the Sacred Heart of Jesus Province of Ecuador (ECU) on Friday, January 9, 2026. During five intense days of visits, conferences, and conversations, Fr. Bejarano became closely acquainted with the educational environments and activities of the various Salesian centers. With rectors and leaders, he shared the Oratory Criterion—the … Continue reading Fr. Bejarano Concludes His Visit to the Sacred Heart of Jesus Province
The Don Bosco Faculty in Rodeo del Medio is Recognized as the Most Awarded Educational Institution in Latin America
(ANS – Rodeo del Medio) – Since 1901, the Don Bosco Faculty located in Rodeo del Medio, in the Province of Mendoza, Argentina, has been a benchmark in enology and the fruit and vegetable industry. It is recognized as the “cradle of Argentine enology.” This tradition has been sustained over time and projected worldwide, with distinguished graduates and degree holders who stand out at both … Continue reading The Don Bosco Faculty in Rodeo del Medio is Recognized as the Most Awarded Educational Institution in Latin America
Pope at Consistory: “It’s Not the Church that Attracts but Christ”
(ANS – Vatican City) – Pope Leo XIV opened the Extraordinary Consistory of Cardinals on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, recalling that Christ draws us to follow Him and warning that division within the Church scatters the faithful. “I am here to listen,” Pope Leo XIV said in his opening address at the Extraordinary Consistory of Cardinals taking place in the Vatican on January 7–8. The Pope began by expressing his … Continue reading Pope at Consistory: “It’s Not the Church that Attracts but Christ”
A Concert in Honor of Saint John Bosco /Un Concierto en Honor a San Juan Bosco
By Raul Vallejo, Salesian Cooperator – (Bellflower, California) – Join us for a special evening of music, youth, and celebration as we honor Saint John Bosco through a beautiful concert performed by the Youth Philharmonic of Orange County. This inspiring event brings together young musicians and the Salesian spirit, using music to celebrate faith, joy, and service—values that Saint John Bosco lived and taught so … Continue reading A Concert in Honor of Saint John Bosco /Un Concierto en Honor a San Juan Bosco
Blessed Titus Zeman Celebrated in Albiano Magra. A Day of Prayer for Vocations
(ANS – Albiano Magra) – On Thursday, January 8, 2026, the parish of Saint Martin Bishop in Albiano Magra, in the Province of Massa-Carrara, celebrated the Blessed Titus Zeman, whose Liturgical Memory was on January 8th. The commemoration is part of the initiative “To YOU for YOU with JESUS” Eucharistic Adoration for Vocations, of the Albiano-Montedivalli Pastoral Unit. Many of the faithful took part in … Continue reading Blessed Titus Zeman Celebrated in Albiano Magra. A Day of Prayer for Vocations
Baptism of the Lord / Bautismo del Señor
By Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB Last Sunday, the Epiphany celebrated three events: First, the manifestation of Jesus to the Magi, for this Child was born for all nations; Second, the revelation that God was Trinity: the heavens opened as Jesus stepped from the water and the Spirit of God descended upon Him as a Dove, and the Father’s voice declared Jesus His beloved Son; third … Continue reading Baptism of the Lord / Bautismo del Señor
Aleppo, New Armed Clashes: At Least Seven Victims. Educational Activities Suspended for Security Reasons
(ANS – Aleppo) – At least seven people, including six civilians, were killed in armed clashes that erupted on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, in Aleppo, northern Syria. The fighting involved Syrian government forces and the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), with both sides blaming one another for the recent escalation, while negotiations between the parties have been stalled for several months. According to local sources, drone strikes and fighting in densely populated areas caused civilian and … Continue reading Aleppo, New Armed Clashes: At Least Seven Victims. Educational Activities Suspended for Security Reasons
Salesian Polytechnic University and Salesian Social Network of America Present the ‘Guide to Social-Emotional Development for Educators in Salesian Social Works’
(ANS – Quito) – The Salesian Polytechnic University (UPS), together with the Salesian Social Network of America (RASS), has presented a Guide to Social-Emotional Development for Educators in Salesian Social Works. This publication is the result of a research process promoted by the Salesian Social Network of America (RASS), in collaboration with the Psychology team of the Salesian Polytechnic University – Ecuador and the Salesian Project Ecuador (PSE). The initiative aims to … Continue reading Salesian Polytechnic University and Salesian Social Network of America Present the ‘Guide to Social-Emotional Development for Educators in Salesian Social Works’
San Cataldo Prepares to Welcome the 11th Successor of Don Bosco: A Historic Event Marking the Centenary of the Salesian Presence
(ANS – Rome) – The Sicilian town of San Cataldo, in the Province of Caltanissetta, is preparing to experience two special days—Saturday, January 10, and Sunday, January 11, 2026—filled with meaning, emotion, and shared pride for the arrival of Fr. Fabio Attard, the 11th Successor of Don Bosco and Rector Major of the Salesian Congregation worldwide. The significance of the Rector Major’s visit Fr. Attard’s visit comes at the conclusion of … Continue reading San Cataldo Prepares to Welcome the 11th Successor of Don Bosco: A Historic Event Marking the Centenary of the Salesian Presence
Over 33 Million “Pilgrims of Hope:” Data from the 2025 Jubilee in Rome
(ANS – Rome) – With the closing of the last Holy Door, that of St. Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican, on Tuesday, December 6, 2026, the Solemnity of the Epiphany, the 25th Ordinary Universal Jubilee, proclaimed by Pope Francis with the bull Spes non confundit (“Hope does not disappoint”) and later carried forward by Leo XIV, came to a solemn conclusion. Although there were many ways to experience and savor … Continue reading Over 33 Million “Pilgrims of Hope:” Data from the 2025 Jubilee in Rome
Funeral Homily for Br. Jerry Weirich, SDB (1940–2025)
By Fr. John Itzaina, SDB – (Bellflower, California) – Whenever I asked Br. Jerry how he was doing—whether in 1990, 2021, or even December 2025—he would answer with his characteristic blunt honesty: “I’m dying.” And I would reply, “Yes, Jerry, we are all dying.” He lived with a Salesian realism about life and death, shaped by his family, his eight siblings, and the countless friends … Continue reading Funeral Homily for Br. Jerry Weirich, SDB (1940–2025)
World Day of Peace 2026: Pope Leo XIV Calls for an “Unarmed and Disarming” Peace
(ANS – Vatican) – On the occasion of the 59th World day of Peace, celebrated on January 1, 2026, Pope Leo XIV shared his Message for this anniversary to the Church and the world. In the text, the Holy Father proposes the theme “Peace be with you all. Towards an unarmed and disarming peace,” referring to the greeting of the risen Christ. The Message invites us to rediscover peace as a … Continue reading World Day of Peace 2026: Pope Leo XIV Calls for an “Unarmed and Disarming” Peace
Catholic World Day of Peace: Programs from Salesian Missions that Foster Peace
(ANS – New Rochelle) – Salesian Missions, the U.S. development arm of the Salesians of Don Bosco, joins Catholic organizations worldwide in observing the Catholic World Day of Peace, marked annually on January 1. Established by Pope Paul VI in 1967 and first celebrated in 1968, the day invites people everywhere to reflect on the shared responsibility of building peace. For 2026, Pope Leo XIV has chosen the theme “Peace be with you … Continue reading Catholic World Day of Peace: Programs from Salesian Missions that Foster Peace
SEEK in the Heights: A Salesian Presence of Hope and Vocational Discernment
By Luis Chacon, Coordinator of the Salesian Missionary Volunteer Program (Los Angeles, California) – As the Salesian Family gathers for SEEK, one of the largest Catholic conferences for young adults in North America, we do so under this year’s theme: “SEEK in the Heights.” Inspired by the witness of Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati, the conference invites young people to lift their eyes upward and rediscover … Continue reading SEEK in the Heights: A Salesian Presence of Hope and Vocational Discernment
Superiors of the SDB ILE and FMA ILO Communities Meet in Valdocco with the Rector Major, Fr. Fabio Attard
(ANS – Turin) – Fifty superiors of the SDB ILE and FMA ILO communities gathered in Valdocco (Turin) on 2 January 2 for a summit on educational leadership chaired by the Rector Major, Fr. Fabio Attard. The meeting, attended by Salesian rectors (SDB) and superiors of the Daughters of Mary Help of Christians (FMA) led by their respective Provincials, Fr. Roberto Dal Molin and Sr. Stefania … Continue reading Superiors of the SDB ILE and FMA ILO Communities Meet in Valdocco with the Rector Major, Fr. Fabio Attard
Fifteen Thousand Young People Gathered in Paris for the 48th European Taizé Meeting
(ANS – Paris) – Fifteen thousand young people from all over Europe gathered last week in Paris to welcome the new year and experience the 48th European Taizé Meeting. The parishes in the capital and the Île-de-France region mobilized to welcome all these young people, and the Salesian parishes in Paris and Argenteuil also opened their doors: 80 young people were hosted by families in the … Continue reading Fifteen Thousand Young People Gathered in Paris for the 48th European Taizé Meeting
Vibrant “Educational Playgrounds:” Don Bosco Communities Organize Spring Fair 2026
(ANS – Ho Chi Minh) – In the joyful atmosphere marking the beginning of the New Year, Don Bosco communities across Vietnam simultaneously organized the Spring Fair 2026 to celebrate the Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God. Inspired by the Salesian conviction that “education is a matter of the heart,” these celebrations brought together thousands of children and young people, offering them spaces of joy, faith, fraternity, … Continue reading Vibrant “Educational Playgrounds:” Don Bosco Communities Organize Spring Fair 2026
“The Hope of Missionaries and Pastoral Workers Who are Killed is a Hope Filled with Immortality.” Fides Publishes Report on Catholic Missionaries Killed
(ANS – Rome) – Even the hope of missionaries and pastoral workers who are killed is “a hope full of immortality, because their testimony remains as a prophecy of the victory of good over evil.” This is one of the comments by Pope Leo XIV chosen to introduce the usual report published at the end of the year by the Fides Agency on Catholic missionaries and … Continue reading “The Hope of Missionaries and Pastoral Workers Who are Killed is a Hope Filled with Immortality.” Fides Publishes Report on Catholic Missionaries Killed
Reflecting on the 2026 Strenna: A Guide for Deepening Faith and Mission
(Los Angeles, California) – Each year, the Rector Major of the Salesians offers a Strenna—an invitation to reflect on a Gospel-centered theme that guides our prayer, mission, and daily life. The 2026 Strenna, inspired by the Wedding Feast at Cana, invites us to listen attentively to Mary’s words: “Do whatever he tells you.” This simple yet profound message speaks to our everyday experiences as Salesian … Continue reading Reflecting on the 2026 Strenna: A Guide for Deepening Faith and Mission
Digi Evangeli: Feast of the Holy Family: Dec. 28, 2025 (English and Spanish)
By Fr. Shijumon Thottupurathu, SDB Reflection In English May the Holy Family of Jesus Mary and Joseph, help our families to be Holy. Let all of us be attuned to the voice of the Lord, to fulfill what he desires of us.Blessings. Reflection In Spanish La entrega total y la confianza plena en Dios nos ayudan a ser santos y justos. Ofrezcamos obediencia ciega a … Continue reading Digi Evangeli: Feast of the Holy Family: Dec. 28, 2025 (English and Spanish)
The Christmas Message of the Rector Major, Fr. Fabio Attard
RMG, Rome – 24 December 2025 – On the occasion of Christmas, the Rector Major of the Salesians of Don Bosco addressed a simple and heartfelt message to Salesians and members of the Salesian Family, inviting them to contemplate the mystery of the birth of the Son of God. In his message, the Rector Major recalled that the birth of Jesus took place in a context of … Continue reading The Christmas Message of the Rector Major, Fr. Fabio Attard
Celebrate Christmas by Helping the Homeless in Skid Row
By Ricardo Quintero, PhD (Los Angeles, California) – This is a busy season of celebrations with family and friends. As we celebrate the birth of our Savior, let us also remember the poor for whom we are called to be Good News. Here is is an opportunity to engage your family and friends in caring for the homeless on Sunday, December 28. It’s simple – … Continue reading Celebrate Christmas by Helping the Homeless in Skid Row
Official Presentation of the Rector Major’s Strenna for 2026: Next Saturday, December 27, 2025
(ANS – Rome) – With the world premiere of the video and an accompanying interview with the Rector Major, next Saturday, December 27, 2025, at the Generalate of the Daughters of Mary Help of Christians in Rome, the official presentation of the Rector Major’s Strenna for 2026 will take place on the theme: “Do whatever he tells you. Believers, free to serve.” Since the time of … Continue reading Official Presentation of the Rector Major’s Strenna for 2026: Next Saturday, December 27, 2025
Goodnight Talk of the Rector Major at the Conclusion of the Winter Session of the General Council
(ANS – Rome) – In the traditional “Salesian goodnight” talk at the conclusion of the Winter Session of the General Council yesterday, Monday December 22, 2025, the Rector Major, Fr. Fabio Attard, addressed his confreres at the Central Headquarters with a summary reflection aimed at understanding and implementing the Strenna for 2026, inspired by the Gospel theme of the Wedding at Cana: “Do whatever he tells … Continue reading Goodnight Talk of the Rector Major at the Conclusion of the Winter Session of the General Council
The Formation of the Salesians of Don Bosco – Ratio 5th edition 2025
(ANS – Rome) – During their session on December 22, 2025, the Rector Major and the General Council approved the complete text of the fortieth draft of the Ratio, after examining the entire text, divided into 14 units, in 14 previous sessions and approving them individually. This is the culmination of a long journey that began with the 28th General Chapter in 2020. Pope Francis, … Continue reading The Formation of the Salesians of Don Bosco – Ratio 5th edition 2025
Due to New Clashes in the Democratic Republic of Congo, There is Once Again a State of Emergency in the Country
(ANS – Gitega) – On December 10, anti-government rebel forces occupied the city of Uvira, the second largest city in South Kivu Province in the Democratic Republic of Congo. This latest action follows what took place last January in the city of Goma, when rebel militias invaded the city, taking possession of it and exacerbating the humanitarian crisis already underway. According to the United Nations, in … Continue reading Due to New Clashes in the Democratic Republic of Congo, There is Once Again a State of Emergency in the Country
Empowering Futures: 2025 Northern California College Exposure Trip Inspires Our Youth
(Boyle Heights, California) – In the spring of 2025, eighteen students from the Salesian Family Youth Center embarked on an unforgettable journey through Northern California’s top universities, including UC Santa Barbara, UC Berkeley, UC Santa Cruz, CSU Monterey Bay, and Cal Poly San Luis Obispo. This College Exposure Trip was more than a visit—it was a hands-on experience designed to expand students’ horizons, deepen their … Continue reading Empowering Futures: 2025 Northern California College Exposure Trip Inspires Our Youth
Salesian Youth Ministry and Its Great Energy and Impact in the Two Regions of America
(Rome, Italy) – December 2025 – To continue strengthening collaboration between the various sectors and regions, the General Councillor for Youth Ministry, Fr. Rafael Bejarano, concluded a series of meetings with the Regional Councillors of the two Regions of America, Fr. Gabriel Romero (America South Cone) and Fr. Hugo Orozco (Interamerica). During the meeting, which took place in an atmosphere of deep listening, dialogue, and … Continue reading Salesian Youth Ministry and Its Great Energy and Impact in the Two Regions of America
A Celebration of Unity and Commitment in the Salesian Family at Santo Domingo Savio
By Rachel Pinchinati (Bellflower, California) – An image speaks louder than a thousand words. With that spirit, on December 14, 2025, a very special day was experienced by the Salesian Family, which celebrated one more year of hard and constant work within the great Santo Domingo Savio community, reaffirming its commitment to the most in-need children and young people, following the style of Don Bosco. … Continue reading A Celebration of Unity and Commitment in the Salesian Family at Santo Domingo Savio
A Unique Family / Una Familia Única
By Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB Our Scriptural prayer this Holy Family Sunday leads us to trace God’s place, His guidance, and His authority in the family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph. First, we might notice that the opening reading from Sirach turns the family’s name around. It becomes Joseph, Mary, and Jesus. St. Paul, much in the Old Testament style of Sirach, does refer to … Continue reading A Unique Family / Una Familia Única
Global Collaboration: Charting the Future of Salesian Vocational Training Centers
(ANS – Rome) – On December 18, 2025, the Youth Ministry Department brought together Don Bosco TECH Regional Directors from India, Africa, Europe, and ASEAN for an online meeting, focused on strengthening global collaboration and envisioning the future of Salesian Vocational Training Centers (VTC). The virtual gathering provided a shared space for reflection on regional developments, emerging challenges, and collective aspirations for the Salesian mission in … Continue reading Global Collaboration: Charting the Future of Salesian Vocational Training Centers
Operation Mato Grosso: A Story that Continues
(ANS – Colle Don Bosco) – On December 7, a meeting was held in the Lower Basilica at Colle Don Bosco for volunteers of Operation Mato Grosso, a spontaneous movement that educates young people through voluntary work in favour of the poorest in Latin America, born from the heart and imagination of Salesian priest Ugo De Censi. About a thousand young people gathered to remember Fr. … Continue reading Operation Mato Grosso: A Story that Continues
With Technology and Artificial Intelligence, the Salesians Preserve Indigenous Languages in Mato Grosso
(ANS – Campo Grande) – The preservation of indigenous mother tongues has become a global concern. Fr. Tiago Figueiró, a Salesian and researcher on the subject, explains that the Salesians of the Campo Grande Brazil Province (BCG) have been addressing this challenge since they first began working among the Bororo indigenous people in 1895 and among the Xavante in 1957. The cultural diversity of peoples, in … Continue reading With Technology and Artificial Intelligence, the Salesians Preserve Indigenous Languages in Mato Grosso
December 18, 1859: The Humble Beginning of a Global Salesian Mission
(ANS – Rome) – December 18 is remembered throughout the Salesian world as the “birth certificate” of the Salesian Congregation. On this date in 1859, in the modest room at Valdocco, Don Bosco and a small group of 17 young collaborators freely chose to found the “Pious Society of St Francis de Sales,” giving juridical and spiritual form to a charism already alive in the … Continue reading December 18, 1859: The Humble Beginning of a Global Salesian Mission
Fr. Luca Barone is the New Procurator of Missioni Don Bosco in Turin
(ANS – Turin) – There has been a change in the presidency of Missioni Don Bosco, the Salesian Missionary Procuratorate Office based in Turin: Fr. Luca Barone, SDB, is the new person in charge of this service, following on from Fr. Daniel Antúnez, who accompanied him in recent months. Since September 2023, Fr. Barone has been at Salesian Headquarters in Rome, where he has taken on … Continue reading Fr. Luca Barone is the New Procurator of Missioni Don Bosco in Turin
Christmas Greetings from Salesian Cooperators
Dear Salesian Family, In the name of all the Salesian Cooperators of USA West, I wish to share with you news of renewed hope. Worldwide, the Association of Salesian Cooperators is about to celebrate its 150th anniversary in 2026 and has prepared to “relaunch” our apostolic commitment for the next 150 years. Here in our province, we have much to be thankful for in the … Continue reading Christmas Greetings from Salesian Cooperators
St. Dominic Savio Cooperators (Español) Celebrate the Season
By Giovanni Fernandez, Cooperator Candidate, Santo Domingo Savio Center A Salesian Family Posada (Bellflower, California) – On Tuesday, December 16, St. Dominic Savio Church hosted a beautiful Posada led by Anabelle Navarro. The community gathered and was reminded of what the Christmas season is all about….the coming of Jesus Christ. The children of all ages did a wonderful job in their performances. The songs were … Continue reading St. Dominic Savio Cooperators (Español) Celebrate the Season
Cagliero 11 – January 2026
Dear Friend of the Salesian Missions, We send you the January 2025 Cagliero 11 bulletin. Please print it for the community Notice Board /oratory /school… and / or forward it to the confreres and to the people interested in it. IN THIS ISSUE Continue reading Cagliero 11 – January 2026
The Lord God Among Us / El Señor Dios Entre Nosotros
By Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB Advent has repeatedly confronted us with an astounding truth: the Spirit-God has deigned to take upon Himself the form of a human being. He actually did come and live among us. In Advent, the Church has placed before us a wealth of scriptural references to help us celebrate once more the fulfillment of human history’s greatest moment. The liturgy acclaims … Continue reading The Lord God Among Us / El Señor Dios Entre Nosotros
One Month to Go Until the Salesian Family Spirituality Days 2026
(ANS – Rome) – There are now only 30 days to go until the 44th edition of the Salesian Family Spirituality Days (SFSD), scheduled to take place from January 15 to 18, 2026, at the Salesian Mother House in Valdocco, Turin. There is great anticipation for what will be the first time with the new Rector Major, Fr. Fabio Attard, which will bring together hundreds … Continue reading One Month to Go Until the Salesian Family Spirituality Days 2026
November Highlights: Gratitude, Growth & Great Futures
By Christina Mendoza, Outreach Coordinator – (Los Angeles, CA) – November brought incredible moments to the Salesian Family Youth Center! From serving 150 members and families at our Thanksgiving celebration, to volunteers rolling up their sleeves to help beautify our space, to our youth making amazing autumn memories—there was so much to be proud of. Check out our highlights! Annual Thanksgiving Dinner for Members and Their … Continue reading November Highlights: Gratitude, Growth & Great Futures
Cagliero Life Video – December 2025
Dear Friend of the Salesian Missions, On the eve of 11th, the monthly remembrance of Salesian missions, we are happy to send you the Cagliero Life video of December linked to the monthly Salesian intention, to be used as a tool for animation, discussion, and sharing within the various youth groups. It is linked to the monthly Salesian intention, to be used as a tool for … Continue reading Cagliero Life Video – December 2025
Designing with Purpose: An Internship That Strengthened Community
By JC Montenegro, PhD – (Los Angeles, CA) – At the Salesian Family Youth Center, we believe that real community impact in Boyle Heights happens when young professionals are given meaningful opportunities to grow while serving others. This article highlights the journey of Ingrid Rodriguez, whose internship brought creativity, discipline, and new energy to our communication work. I am grateful for her professionalism, dedication, and … Continue reading Designing with Purpose: An Internship That Strengthened Community
The Fifth “Christmas Lunch with the Poor” in Valdocco: A Feast of Sharing and Hope
(ANS – Turin) – The fifth “Christmas Lunch with the poor” and the needy took place on Saturday, December 13, 2025, starting at 12:30 pm, in the San Domenico Savio hall at the Salesian premises in Valdocco. The lunch was promoted by the Caritas – Maria Ausiliatrice volunteer group, which currently has more than 40 volunteers, twenty of whom led the initiative in question. The meeting was attended by about … Continue reading The Fifth “Christmas Lunch with the Poor” in Valdocco: A Feast of Sharing and Hope
The IUS Network Grows in 2025: Six Institutions Join, Expanding Salesian Higher Education Across Europe, Africa and East Asia
(ANS – Rome) – The IUS network continues to expand its global presence in 2025 with the incorporation of six new partners: Istituto Universitario Don Giorgio Pratesi (Italy), Istituto Universitario IPU (Italy), Scuola Superiore di Scienze dell’Educazione “San Giovanni Bosco” (Italy), Katholische Stiftungshochschule München — University of Applied Sciences (Germany), and Don Bosco Kilimanjaro International Institute of Technology (KIITEC), Arusha (Tanzania), Instituto Superior Dom Bosco in Dili (Timor-Leste). These institutions expand the … Continue reading The IUS Network Grows in 2025: Six Institutions Join, Expanding Salesian Higher Education Across Europe, Africa and East Asia
Digi Evangeli: 3rd Advent Sunday – Dec. 14, 2025 (English and Spanish)
By Fr. Shijumon Thottupurathu, SDB Reflection In English Like the farmer let’s cultivate the Joy and Happiness in the name of the Lord on this third Sunday of Advent, that our hope brings us true peace at the coming of Our Lord.Blessings. Reflection In Spanish Como el agricultor, cultivemos la Alegría y la Felicidad en el nombre del Señor en este tercer Domingo de Adviento, … Continue reading Digi Evangeli: 3rd Advent Sunday – Dec. 14, 2025 (English and Spanish)
God Is Spirit and Life / Dios es Espíritu y Vida
By Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB Dios es Espíritu y Vida Un Salmo del Antiguo Testamento, 115:4-5, disfruta mucho burlándose de dioses hechos de madera, plata u oro formados por manos humanas, que necesitan ser llevados por quienes los hicieron. No es así nuestro Dios, el verdadero Dios que es el Espíritu. Nos ha hablado, nos ha guiado, acompañado e instruido para que le hagamos una … Continue reading God Is Spirit and Life / Dios es Espíritu y Vida
Salesian Missionary Volunteering Formation Building Relationships with the Salesian Communities that Receive Volunteers
(ANS – Rome) – In November, SMV Volunteer Coordinators, Salesians, and those engaging in volunteering participated in an online formation session to consider the topic: Building relationships with the Salesian Communities that receive volunteers. There were two different sessions – one for the Spanish language and one for the English language. The sessions were well attended and had robust discussions about this topic. In the Spanish language session, … Continue reading Salesian Missionary Volunteering Formation Building Relationships with the Salesian Communities that Receive Volunteers
Course for Newly Appointed Provincials Concludes: An Enriching and Formative Experience to Recenter on the Salesian Charismatic Identity
(ANS – Rome) – The Orientation and Formation Course for newly appointed Salesian Provincials came to an end this morning, Wednesday, December 10, 2025. For almost two weeks, the participants shared moments of reflection, dialogue, study, and in‑depth work, but above all, growth in spirituality, fraternity, and awareness of their mission. Participants The course initially brought together: Fr. Domenico Saraniti, Provincial of Italy–Sicily (ISI) Fr. Vitális Gábor, Provincial of … Continue reading Course for Newly Appointed Provincials Concludes: An Enriching and Formative Experience to Recenter on the Salesian Charismatic Identity
Great Britian – ABBA Star in Exclusive Interview with “Faith Matters”
(ANS – London) – It is not every day that a world-famous rock star dedicates an interview to a school newspaper, moreover, talking about rather unusual topics such as the relationship between music and politics. Yet that is what happened with Swedish singer-songwriter Björn Ulvaeus, from the supergroup ABBA, who features in the Christmas edition of “Faith Matters”, just published by student reporters at St John … Continue reading Great Britian – ABBA Star in Exclusive Interview with “Faith Matters”
The Christmas Grotto, Where Heaven Meets Earth
THE MESSAGE OF THE RECTOR MAJOR, Fr Fabio Attard, SDB The mystery of Christmas begins with a “scandal of love”: the Great One who makes Himself little. It’s not a poetic image, but the most shocking reality in human history. God, the Infinite, chooses to become finite; the Almighty chooses the fragility of a newborn baby who cannot yet speak, walk, or defend Himself. It is pure … Continue reading The Christmas Grotto, Where Heaven Meets Earth
Letter from the Provincial: Happy Holidays
(San Francisco, California) – As we enter this blessed season of hope, the Provincial, Fr. Mel Trinidad, SDB, shares a beautiful Christmas message reflecting on how the Salesian mission is transforming young lives across our schools, youth centers, parishes, camps, and retreat programs. His letter is a heartfelt reminder of the joy, faith, and purpose we help nurture in more than 30,000 young people each … Continue reading Letter from the Provincial: Happy Holidays
Watch Our NEW Province Video: Transforming Young Lives!
(Los Angeles, California) – We’re excited to share our newest Salesian Province video—featuring our Provincial, Fr. Mel Trinidad, as the opening interview. His message sets the tone for a powerful look at how the Salesian mission continues to shape young lives today. A Mission of Faith, Joy & Service Across California and Laredo, Texas, the Salesians accompany more than 30,000 young people each year through schools, youth … Continue reading Watch Our NEW Province Video: Transforming Young Lives!
Memorial of Blessed Philip Rinaldi, SDB
Declared Venerable: January 3, 1987 Beatified: April 29, 1990 Liturgical Celebration: December 5 “The words that did me the most good was when I told him that I feared some day I would do something silly by running away. And he answered: ‘I would come and get you.’” This immediate and affectionate reply from Fr. Paul Albera, the rector of the Salesian House at Sampierdarena in … Continue reading Memorial of Blessed Philip Rinaldi, SDB
Cagliero 11 – December 2025
Dear Friend of the Salesian Missions, We send you the December 2025 Cagliero 11 bulletin. Please print it for the community Notice Board /oratory /school… and / or forward it to the confreres and to the people interested in it. IN THIS ISSUE Continue reading Cagliero 11 – December 2025
Digi Evangeli: 2nd Advent Sunday – Dec. 7, 2025 (English and Spanish)
By Fr. Shijumon Thottupurathu, SDB Reflection In English Life in the Church is to live in obedience to the Word of God. Through our repentance, we live in harmony with the creation of God. In goodness, we produce fruits that help us to hope for eternal salvation.Blessings. Reflection In Spanish El reino de Dios es un reino perfecto. Debemos esforzarnos para alcanzar esa perfección en … Continue reading Digi Evangeli: 2nd Advent Sunday – Dec. 7, 2025 (English and Spanish)
Whom Do We Await? / ¿A Quién Esperamos?
By Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB When Mary visited her kinswoman Elizabeth, the full realization of all that took place back at Nazareth dawned. She truly was to be Mother of God. She burst into song, and in one of its verses she marveled, “The Mighty One has done great things for me, and Holy is His Name.” In another burst of realization she exclaimed, “He … Continue reading Whom Do We Await? / ¿A Quién Esperamos?
Fr. Francisco Cervantes Appointed Superior of the Province of Guadalajara Mexico (MEG)
(ANS – Rome) – The work of the General Council is proceeding at full speed: during this winter’s plenary session, Fr. Fabio Attard, Rector Major of the Salesians, with the consent of the other members of the Council, designated Fr. Francisco Cervantes Huitron as the new Superior of the Christ the King and Mary Help of Christians Province of Guadalajara Mexico (MEG). Founded on August 30, … Continue reading Fr. Francisco Cervantes Appointed Superior of the Province of Guadalajara Mexico (MEG)
‘GO Beyond Traditional Education’: Project Committee on Artificial Intelligence in Salesian Schools Meets Google in Silicon Valley
(ANS – Mountain View) – A delegation of six representatives from the Steering Committee of the Italian Salesian project ‘GO Beyond Traditional Education / Gemini@Salesians,’ is in Mountain View, California, at Google’s headquarters, to discuss the responsible integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in education. The visit aims to strengthen the existing collaboration and present the expanding vision of this project, which puts the dignity and integral … Continue reading ‘GO Beyond Traditional Education’: Project Committee on Artificial Intelligence in Salesian Schools Meets Google in Silicon Valley
A Moment of Learning, Dialogue and Presentation of the Salesian Charism: the Rector Major Meets Journalists from Catholic Media Outlets
(ANS – Rome) – On the morning of Friday, December 5, 2025, the Rector Major of the Salesians of Don Bosco, Fr. Fabio Attard, met with a group of journalists and media professionals responsible for communications for Catholic congregations and institutions active in Rome. The visit, organized in collaboration with the ISCOM association, the Salesians, and the Pontifical University of the Holy Cross, allowed all those … Continue reading A Moment of Learning, Dialogue and Presentation of the Salesian Charism: the Rector Major Meets Journalists from Catholic Media Outlets
This Giving Tuesday – Change a Life
(San Francisco, California) – The Salesians of Don Bosco USA Western Province accompany more than 30,000 youth each year through our schools, camps, youth centers, parishes, and leadership programs. A gift today will help ensure every young person, especially the poor and most at-risk, has a safe place to learn, grow, and know they are loved. Join us and make an impact that lasts far … Continue reading This Giving Tuesday – Change a Life
Memorial Mass for Fr. Avelino Lorenzo, SDB, and Salesian Cooperators
By Susanna Carillo, Salesian Cooperator – (Bellflower, California) – On November 23, 2025, the St. Dominic Savio community of Salesian Cooperators (Spanish-speaking) gathered with love and gratitude to celebrate a Memorial Mass for their dear friends who now rest in God’s peace. The community honored the lives of Fr. Avelino Lorenzo, SDB, and their brother and sister Cooperators—Belia Polanco, Julio Pinchinatti, Benito Trujillo, Ana Garcia, and Mariano Morante. Family and friends … Continue reading Memorial Mass for Fr. Avelino Lorenzo, SDB, and Salesian Cooperators
“It Felt Like History:” Teens, Organizers on Cloud Nine after Live Dialogue with Pope Leo
By Jonah McKeown, Staff Reporter, Catholic News Agency – (Indianapolis, Indiana) – At a press conference Friday following Pope Leo XIV’s historic “digital visit” with 16,000 young people at the National Catholic Youth Conference in Indianapolis, leaders and young participants praised Pope Leo’s warmth, humility, authenticity, and pastoral clarity, highlighting his central message: a personal relationship with Jesus is essential. “Walking up on that stage felt like history. It … Continue reading “It Felt Like History:” Teens, Organizers on Cloud Nine after Live Dialogue with Pope Leo
Pope to Young People: There is Still Time to Dream, Plan, and Do Good
(ANS – Bkerké) – For his last event on the first full day in Lebanon, December 1, Pope Leo XIV met with young people in Bkerké, Lebanon. The event began with the testimonies of volunteers and young people, before two more asked the Holy Father questions. Then Pope Leo XIV urges them not to give into despair, rather to cultivate friendships rooted in genuine love and … Continue reading Pope to Young People: There is Still Time to Dream, Plan, and Do Good
Creating Phone-Free Spaces for Kids’ Well-Being
By JC Montenegro, PhD – (Los Angeles, California) – Every day at the Salesian Family Youth Center, I walk alongside children and young people. I see their joy, their talents, their fears, and the world they are growing up in. And one thing is increasingly obvious: cellphones have taken a central place in their lives, so central that many of them cannot imagine life without … Continue reading Creating Phone-Free Spaces for Kids’ Well-Being
National Meeting of Salesian Youth Movement Leaders in Venezuela
(Duaca, Venezuela) – November 2025 – The First National Meeting of Leaders in Oratories and Youth Centers in the Salesian Province of Venezuela (VEN) was held from November 28-30. The event, held at the Domingo Savio Youth Centre in Duaca, offered a space to strengthen the identity and mission of this Salesian youth network. Under the motto “Like the Father and Me, We are One, … Continue reading National Meeting of Salesian Youth Movement Leaders in Venezuela
A Family Prayer for Thanksgiving Day
Gracious and faithful God, We pause in gratitude for this meal and for the love that gathers us around it. Thank you for the food before us, for the hands that prepared it, and for the hearts that make this table a home. We remember those who are not with us—loved ones who have died, and all whose absence leaves a quiet space today. May … Continue reading A Family Prayer for Thanksgiving Day
Pope Leo to Young People: Technology Can Help Us Live Our Christian Faith
(ANS – Vatican City) – Over 15,000 young people met with Pope Leo XIV via video link on Friday, November 21, 2025, as they attended the National Catholic Youth Conference (NCYC) in the US city of Indianapolis. Pope Leo XIV invited young Catholics to grow in friendship with Jesus Christ, use technology healthily to deepen their faith, and avoid using political categories to speak about the … Continue reading Pope Leo to Young People: Technology Can Help Us Live Our Christian Faith
Salesian Youth Ministry at NCYC: A Journey of Faith
By Gina Robles, Salesian Youth Ministry Associate, Salesian Cooperator – (Bellflower, California) – I attended the National Catholic Youth Conference (NCYC) in Indianapolis from November 19–22. Representing the Salesian Province Youth Ministry Office together with Fr. Jhoni Chamarro, SDB, from our Vocation Team, along with the Salesian Youth Ministry Office of the East and the Salesian Sisters from both the East and West, we served … Continue reading Salesian Youth Ministry at NCYC: A Journey of Faith
Fr. Bob Flickinger’s 26th Trip to El Salvador
By Larry Arellano, Salesian Past Pupil – (Bellflower, California) – On November 5, Fr. Bob Flickinger joyfully embarked on his 26th mission trip to El Salvador. The wonderful group was comprised of 11 enthusiastic volunteers from three different parishes in Michigan, along with myself, ready to make a difference together. Fr. Bob celebrated Mass for the community on Saturday night. For his homily, he warmly … Continue reading Fr. Bob Flickinger’s 26th Trip to El Salvador
November Info for Mission Center’s Works of Mercy
By Rick Quintero, PhD – (Los Angeles, California) – The Works of Mercy group at the Don Bosco Mission Center will be operating a bit differently in November. First, we will be preparing fewer burritos—only 200—and we will not be going to Skid Row. However, we will still distribute at our priority spot—the park across the street from the Center and the local Boyle Heights … Continue reading November Info for Mission Center’s Works of Mercy
Kidz Feeding Kidz: Thanksgiving Partners for the Good of Youth and Families
By Socorro M. Manzanilla, BA, MPH – Salesian Cooperator – (Rosemead, California) – The passion and vision of Nolan and Nicholas Adalin, co-founders and leaders of Kidz Feeding Kidz (KFK), are more evident than ever this Thanksgiving. Both are students: Nicholas is a sophomore at Don Bosco Technical Institute, and Nolan, a Bosco Tech graduate, is now a freshman at USC. The young men’s benevolent actions, … Continue reading Kidz Feeding Kidz: Thanksgiving Partners for the Good of Youth and Families
Walk in the Light / Camina a la luz
By Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB – As we begin a new Liturgical Year, our Church invites us, the chosen and loyal, together with her to “Walk in the Light of the Lord.” In Genesis, the first thing God shares on all creation is just that, light. “Let there be light,” He said, and chaos and darkness were overcome by His presence and power. Isaiah sensed God’s light and in it saw a … Continue reading Walk in the Light / Camina a la luz
The Heart Behind the Saint: How Mamma Margaret Shaped Don Bosco’s Mission and Holiness
(ANS – Rome) – Behind every great saint stands a mentor, and behind Don Bosco stood a woman whose quiet strength, unwavering faith, and maternal genius sculpted not just a son, but an entire movement that would transform millions of lives. Mamma Margaret—Margherita Occhiena—was far more than Don Bosco’s mother. She was his first teacher, spiritual guide, co-architect of his educational vision, and the living embodiment … Continue reading The Heart Behind the Saint: How Mamma Margaret Shaped Don Bosco’s Mission and Holiness
Mamma Margaret and the Ethics of Care
(ANS – Madrid) – Every November 25, the Salesian Family remembers Mamma Margaret, as she was known to hundreds of children when she helped her son, Don Bosco, in the early days of the Valdocco oratory. Declared Venerable by Pope Benedict XVI in 2006, the mother of the founder of the Salesians was, without knowing it, the first cooperator of the educational work of the Salesians, … Continue reading Mamma Margaret and the Ethics of Care
Pope Leo XIV Streamed LIVE with Youth at the National Catholic Youth Conference (NCYC) 2025
By Judy Alvarez, Salesian Cooperator (Los Angeles, California) – Pope Leo XIV’s historic, live, digital encounter with American youth at the National Catholic Youth Conference (NCYC 2025) in Indianapolis on Friday, November 21, was an extraordinary moment that resonated deeply with attendees and viewers alike. The vibrant gathering of over 16,000 young people at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, was the setting for this significant … Continue reading Pope Leo XIV Streamed LIVE with Youth at the National Catholic Youth Conference (NCYC) 2025
What Do You Ask the Pope? Downey Teen To Get His Chance at Indianapolis Event
By Mike Cisneros | Angelus News (Los Angeles, California) – Pope Leo XIV was born in Chicago, spent years as a missionary and a bishop in Peru, and now lives in Rome. He’s the leader of the global Church, and on Nov. 21, he’ll be taking questions from young people in a packed football stadium in Indianapolis. One of those questions will come from a high school senior … Continue reading What Do You Ask the Pope? Downey Teen To Get His Chance at Indianapolis Event
Christ Savior King / Cristo Rey Salvador
By Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB Quite often we sing a hymn that reveals for us a marvelous quality of our Catholic Church, “One Bread, one Body, one Lord of All.” The first reading chosen for the Solemnity of Christ Our King asks us not to forget the “oneness” of our Church. Leaders of the many tribes of Israel gathered at Hebron, burial place of Abraham, Isaac, Joseph, and … Continue reading Christ Savior King / Cristo Rey Salvador
Digi Evangeli: Christ the King Sunday (English and Spanish)
By Fr. Shijumon Thottupurathu, SDB – Reflection In English The kingdom of God is a perfect kingdom. We have to make our way to that perfection in this world. The final perfection will be achieved when we are in God’s company in the heaven. Long Live Christ the King.Blessings. Reflection In Spanish El reino de Dios es un reino perfecto. Debemos esforzarnos para alcanzar esa … Continue reading Digi Evangeli: Christ the King Sunday (English and Spanish)
Day for the Rights of the Child: One in Six Children in the World Live in Extreme Poverty
(ANS – Madrid) – Augusto left the streets of Angola and today wants to become a teacher; Artem had to leave his home in Ukraine and lives as a refugee in Poland, accompanied by the Salesians; while Agani was given a second chance at the Magone Centre in the Philippines after being imprisoned for stealing a telephone… Like them, there are millions of minors in the … Continue reading Day for the Rights of the Child: One in Six Children in the World Live in Extreme Poverty
Let Us Get To Know the New Missionaries: Eric, From Burundi to Mongolia
(ANS – Rome) – Eric is a member of the 155th missionary expedition sent to Mongolia last year, who is participating in this year’s Corso Germoglio and received the missionary cross on November 11. Introduce yourself I am Br. Eric Ndayicariye, a Salesian of Don Bosco and member of the 155th missionary expedition. I was born in the Bujumbura archdiocese, Kirombwe parish; I am Burundian by … Continue reading Let Us Get To Know the New Missionaries: Eric, From Burundi to Mongolia
WORLD CHILDREN’S DAY: Salesian Missions Highlights Educational and Social Programs that Empower Youth
(ANS – New Rochelle) – Salesian Missions, the U.S. development arm of the Salesians of Don Bosco, joins humanitarian organizations and countries around the globe in recognizing World Children’s Day. Celebrated each year on November 20, the day was established in 1954 to promote international togetherness and awareness of children’s issues worldwide. To date, 194 countries have signed the United Nations Convention on the Rights of … Continue reading WORLD CHILDREN’S DAY: Salesian Missions Highlights Educational and Social Programs that Empower Youth
How Solar Lighting Empowered 55 Migrant Families in India
(ANS – Kedgaon) – Bosco Gramin Vikas Kendra, located in Maharashtra, India, implemented the “Solar Home Lighting” initiative to address energy deprivation among migrant households. To facilitate the initiative, Salesians received donor funding from Salesian Missions, the U.S. development arm of the Salesians of Don Bosco. Through the project, 55 migrant families were provided with solar home lighting systems. These families now have safe, reliable and affordable access … Continue reading How Solar Lighting Empowered 55 Migrant Families in India
Witness Pope Leo’s Historic Dialogue with Youth at the National Catholic Youth Conference (NCYC)
(Indianapolis, IN) – On Friday, November 21, 2025, Pope Leo XIV will engage in a dialogue directly with young people across the United States during the 2025 National Catholic Youth Conference (NCYC). Catholic schools and interested individuals are invited to participate through the NCYC Digital Experience. Pope Leo XIV’s 45-minute digital dialogue marks the first time in history that a Pope will directly engage U.S. … Continue reading Witness Pope Leo’s Historic Dialogue with Youth at the National Catholic Youth Conference (NCYC)
A Modern Take on a Timeless Classic: Salesian’s 39 Steps
By Siena Estacio and Hannah Reyes, Student Journalists, Salesian College Preparatory – (Richond, California) – Salesian College Preparatory’s production of “The 39 Steps” [on Saturday, November 1] was a captivating rendition of Alfred Hitchcock’s timeless classic from this year’s drama department. Director Janet O’Hair’s modern vision of blending action, romance, and humor to create a dizzying spy adventure easily captures the audience’s attention. Despite a … Continue reading A Modern Take on a Timeless Classic: Salesian’s 39 Steps
Don Bosco Green Alliance Participates in the International Symposium on ‘The Catholic Church at COP30’
(ANS – Belém) – On the afternoon of November 12, 2025, the international symposium “The Catholic Church at COP30” took place in Belém, Brazil, bringing together some 500 personalities from different regions of Brazil and the world, with the aim of reflecting on and discussing the paths of integral ecology, climate justice, and ecological conversion. The event took place during the Conference of the Parties on … Continue reading Don Bosco Green Alliance Participates in the International Symposium on ‘The Catholic Church at COP30’
DBHEI 2025 Conference to Spotlight Participatory Models in Higher Education
(ANS – Panjim) – The Don Bosco Higher Education South Asia (DBHEI) Annual Conference and General Body Meeting 2025 will convene from November 18 to 20 in Panjim, Goa, hosted by the Salesian Province of Panjim. Centred on the theme “Participatory Models of Higher Education,” the gathering will bring together more than 60 leaders and educators from across South Asia to explore collaborative pathways for the … Continue reading DBHEI 2025 Conference to Spotlight Participatory Models in Higher Education
New Updates and Features for the www.donbosco.info Search Engine
(ANS – Rome) – After the launch on January 31, 2025, and the presentation at the 29th General Chapter, the www.donbosco.info search engine has been further improved and enriched with numerous new documents in various languages, surpassing the threshold of 10,000 searchable files. The interface in Italian and English has been updated and made more intuitive. In view of the large number of documents in Spanish, French … Continue reading New Updates and Features for the www.donbosco.info Search Engine
Don Bosco Post-Novitiate House Has Clean Water Access Thanks to Donor Funding from Salesian Missions
(ANS – Lomé) – Salesian missionaries at the Don Bosco Post-Novitiate House in St. John Bosco Community in Akodessewa, Lomé, Togo, added a new water purification and filtration system thanks to funding from Salesian Missions, the U.S. development arm of the Salesians of Don Bosco. The funding came from the Salesian Missions “Clean Water Initiative.” The project included the construction of a water tower and tank … Continue reading Don Bosco Post-Novitiate House Has Clean Water Access Thanks to Donor Funding from Salesian Missions
Cagliero Life Video – November 2025
Dear Friend of the Salesian Missions, After the wonderful moments in Valdocco for the 150th anniversary of the first Salesian Missionary Expedition, we are happy to send you the Cagliero Lifevideo of November. It is linked to the monthly Salesian intention, to be used as a tool for animation, discussion, and sharing within the various youth groups. You can watch the video on YouTube or download it from … Continue reading Cagliero Life Video – November 2025
The Rector Major’s Missionary Appeal ‘for Renewed Charismatic Fidelity and Missionary Generosity’
(ANS – Rome) – Close to the celebrations for the 150th anniversary of the first Salesian Missionary Expedition, and exactly 150 years from the day when the ship Savoie set sail from the port of Genoa to take the first Sons of Don Bosco to Argentina, the 11th Successor of Don Bosco, Fr. Fabio Attard, launches a new missionary appeal, ‘for a renewed charismatic fidelity and missionary generosity’. … Continue reading The Rector Major’s Missionary Appeal ‘for Renewed Charismatic Fidelity and Missionary Generosity’
Fr. Orendain Charts New Vision for Salesian Communications
(ANS – Rome) – In a significant step toward strengthening the Salesian Family’s communication mission worldwide, Fr. Fidel Orendain, General Councillor for Social Communication, convened another major online gathering with regional delegates on Thursday, on November 6, bringing together communication leaders from three continents to chart a new course for the Sector. The virtual meeting connected Social Communication delegates from the Europe Central and North region … Continue reading Fr. Orendain Charts New Vision for Salesian Communications
U.S. Bishops Issue a “Special Message” on Immigration from Plenary Assembly in Baltimore / Obispos de EE. UU. emiten un «mensaje especial» sobre inmigración durante su asamblea plenaria en Baltimore
From the USCCB Office of Public Affairs – De la Oficina de Asuntos Públicos de la Conferencia de Obispos Católicos de los Estados Unidos – Editor: In early 2025, the Salesians of Don Bosco USA Western Province issued a Public Statement on immigration, entitled “A Call to be Agents of Hope, Unity, and Transformation.“ To strengthen our response to the needs of those who suffer, … Continue reading U.S. Bishops Issue a “Special Message” on Immigration from Plenary Assembly in Baltimore / Obispos de EE. UU. emiten un «mensaje especial» sobre inmigración durante su asamblea plenaria en Baltimore
Salesian College Preparatory Breaks Ground on Multipurpose Pavilion
By Kathy Chouteau, Journalist, The Richmond Standard – (Richmond, California) – Salesian College Preparatory celebrated a long-anticipated groundbreaking Friday, Oct. 17, for the Michael Oddo and Jennifer Oddo Pavilion, described as a future hub for student life and community engagement. The Pavilion will be a state-of-the-art, multipurpose facility featuring a 1,400-seat arena, a full collegiate sized basketball court and two full size practice courts, a dance … Continue reading Salesian College Preparatory Breaks Ground on Multipurpose Pavilion
Salesian Cooperators Relaunch Their Mission in Honor of 150 Anniversary
By Judy Alvarez, Salesian Cooperator – (Los Angeles, California) – In 2026, the Association of Salesian Cooperators worldwide will celebrate of the 150th Anniversary of our founding in the Church made possible by Don Bosco’s charismatic mission with young people, particularly those who are poor and at-risk. As lay Salesians, we share the same family spirit and educational mission belonging to all groups of the … Continue reading Salesian Cooperators Relaunch Their Mission in Honor of 150 Anniversary
November Newsletter Highlights at Don Bosco Tech
(Rosemead, California) – An array of school news is available from Don Bosco Tech through their monthly newsletter, THE GEAR. This month’s edition brings highlights from student academics, leadership, athletics, admissions, student life, and alumni news. You can check it out online or download the attached file below. Finally, pass the word along for Tech’s annual Open House from 12:00 to 4:00 PM this Sunday, … Continue reading November Newsletter Highlights at Don Bosco Tech
The Lord Comes / El Señor viene
By Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB – One day time will end; there will be a new heaven and a new earth. So the voice of God revealed from His Throne to the beloved Apostle St John (cf. Rev 21:1-5ff):“Then I saw a new heaven and a new earth. The former heaven and the former earth had passed away, and the sea was no more.” Heaven and earth will … Continue reading The Lord Comes / El Señor viene
156th Missionary Mandate on the 150th Anniversary of the First Salesian Missionary Expedition
(ANS – Turin) – On the afternoon of Tuesday, November 11, 2025, in the Basilica of Mary Help of Christians in Valdocco, the beating heart of Don Bosco’s charism, the celebration of the missionary mandate of the Salesians of Don Bosco (SDB) and the Daughters of Mary Help of Christians (FMA) took place on the occasion of the 150th anniversary of the First Salesian Missionary Expedition. … Continue reading 156th Missionary Mandate on the 150th Anniversary of the First Salesian Missionary Expedition
Rector Major Meets the Missionaries at Valdocco: A Call to Rediscover Don Bosco’s Missionary Heart
(ANS – Turin) – The Rector Major gathered with new missionaries, volunteers, and delegates of Missionary Animation on the morning of November 11 at Valdocco, for a profound encounter and dialogue centered on renewing the missionary spirit that lies at the heart of the Salesian vocation. Fr. Fabio Attard gave deep insights on the missionary identity of the Salesian charism, challenging participants to reconnect with the … Continue reading Rector Major Meets the Missionaries at Valdocco: A Call to Rediscover Don Bosco’s Missionary Heart
An Evening of Missionary Joy and Commitment at San Francis de Sales Chapel
(ANS – Valdocco) – In the historic Church of Saint Francis de Sales, a profound moment of faith and dedication unfolded as the Salesian family gathered for the solemn Delivery of Missionary Assignments. This moving ceremony marked the beginning of a new chapter for dozens of new missionaries – SDBs and FMAs who have accepted the call to bring the Gospel and the Salesian charism to distant … Continue reading An Evening of Missionary Joy and Commitment at San Francis de Sales Chapel
Salesian Family: 150 years of the First Missionary Expedition. And the Future?
(ANS – Rome) – One hundred and fifty years ago, a small group of young Salesians embarked on a journey that would change the history of the Congregation and the Church forever: the First Salesian Missionary Expedition, sent by Don Bosco on November 11, 1875 to South America. Those ten missionaries, with their hearts full of faith and their pockets empty, brought with them only the … Continue reading Salesian Family: 150 years of the First Missionary Expedition. And the Future?
Bishop Mora Salesian High School Honoring the Past and the Future
(Los Angeles, California) – Veterans Day Remembrance On November 10, our school community came together to honor our veterans who have served our country with honor. We are grateful for the men and women have fought for peace and freedom. We would especially like to honor our Salesian alumni and our employees, including Mr. Harper and Mr. Mendez for their services. College Night Helps Students … Continue reading Bishop Mora Salesian High School Honoring the Past and the Future
November 13th – Happy Feast of St. Artemides Zatti!
Artemides Zatti was born in Boretto (Reggio Emilia) on October 12, 1880. It did not take long for him to experience the hardships of sacrifice, so much so that by the age of nine, he was already earning a living as a farmhand. Poverty forced the Zatti family to emigrate to Argentina at the beginning of 1897, where they established themselves in Bahía Blanca. Young … Continue reading November 13th – Happy Feast of St. Artemides Zatti!
Carrying the Fire Forward: A Salesian Goodnight by Fr. Jorge Crisafulli, SDB
By JC Montenegro, PhD, Delegate for Mission Animation, Salesians of Don Bosco USA West (ANS – Turin) – For the first time in the history of the Salesian Congregation, delegates from around the world have gathered in Valdocco, Turin – the birthplace of the Salesian charism – for a truly historic meeting. Eighty delegates, representing the rich diversity of our global Salesian presence, have come together … Continue reading Carrying the Fire Forward: A Salesian Goodnight by Fr. Jorge Crisafulli, SDB
Don Bosco’s Missionary Dream Continues After 150 Years!
(ANS – Rome) – On Tuesday, November 11, in Valdocco, Salesians who are members of the 156th missionary expedition and the Daughters of Mary Help of Christians of the 148th expedition will receive the missionary crucifix at the hands of the Rector Major, Fr Fabio Attard, and the Mother General of the Daughters of Mary Help of Christians, Mother Chiara Cazzuola, during the Eucharistic celebration at … Continue reading Don Bosco’s Missionary Dream Continues After 150 Years!
Farewell Fr. Francis Moloney, Well-Known Salesian Biblical Scholar
(ANS – Melbourne) — Renowned Australian biblical scholar and Salesian priest, Prof. Francis Moloney, died peacefully in his hometown of Melbourne on November 8, 2025, at the age of 85, concluding a life of extraordinary fidelity, study, and pastoral love. Born in 1940, Fr. Moloney joined the Salesians of Don Bosco in 1960 and was ordained a priest in 1970. His academic career was distinguished and … Continue reading Farewell Fr. Francis Moloney, Well-Known Salesian Biblical Scholar
Artificial Intelligence and the Salesian Mission in Inter-America
(ANS – Los Angeles) – A regional study on Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping how the Salesians of Don Bosco in the Americas perceive their mission in an increasingly digital world. Commissioned by Fr. Hugo Orozco, Regional of Interamérica, and supported by provincial leaders across ten provinces, the initiative was launched to prepare for the 2025 Inter-American Provincial Gathering in Berkeley. Coordinated by the Youth Ministry … Continue reading Artificial Intelligence and the Salesian Mission in Inter-America
A Free Farmers Market Is Coming to Boyle Heights / Un mercado agrícola gratuito llegará a Boyle Heights
(Boyle Heights, California) – The Salesian Family Youth Center is pleased to partner with “Seeds of Hope,” a ministry of the Episcopal Diocese of Los Angeles, whose mission is to “seek food justice – equal, affordable access to healthy, nutritious food – which is currently not the reality in Los Angeles.” Join us at the Su Salud Está En Sus Manos Farmers Market every 1st and … Continue reading A Free Farmers Market Is Coming to Boyle Heights / Un mercado agrícola gratuito llegará a Boyle Heights
Holy Dwellings of God / Moradas Sagradas de Dios
By Friday. Ed Liptak, SDB Why does a building of mortar and stone deserve such esteem as to set aside a Sunday? Because it celebrates the Mother Church of Roman Catholicism. Though St Peter’s Basilica was built over the tomb of Peter, it was completed only in 1626. It lies within the Vatican where the Pope lives and governs, but his Cathedral is not there. Pope … Continue reading Holy Dwellings of God / Moradas Sagradas de Dios
150 Years of Salesian Missions in Valdocco: “Here We Are!”
(ANS – Turin) – Give thanks, Rethink, Relaunch: following these three verbs, the Salesian Family is journeying throughout the year, emphasizing the missionarydimension of the charism, 150 years after November 11, 1875, the date on which, led by John Cagliero, the first missionary expedition set out. Several events will take place in Valdocco in the coming days. On Thursday November 6, the Salesians who are members … Continue reading 150 Years of Salesian Missions in Valdocco: “Here We Are!”
Fr. Attard on TV2000: “Don Bosco’s charism is not built around things to do, but on attitudes to cultivate: listening to young people and being close to them.”
(ANS – Rome) – Fr. Fabio Attard, Rector Major of the Salesians and the 11th Successor of Don Bosco, was a guest on Tuesday, November 4, on the television program Chiesa Viva, (Church Alive) broadcast by the Catholic channel TV2000. On that occasion, joined by other guests and testimonies, he spoke to the general public about the mission of the Salesians and the relevance of Don Bosco’s … Continue reading Fr. Attard on TV2000: “Don Bosco’s charism is not built around things to do, but on attitudes to cultivate: listening to young people and being close to them.”
Salesian Missions Launches Annual Food Distribution Appeal
(ANS – New Rochelle) – Salesian Missions, the U.S. development arm of the Salesians of Don Bosco, has launched its Annual Food Distribution Appeal, enabling donors to multiply their gift many times over by turning a $1 donation into $20 of critical nutrition. Salesian Missions maintains partnerships with international humanitarian aid organizations like Rise Against Hunger and Feed My Starving Children that donate tons of nutritious … Continue reading Salesian Missions Launches Annual Food Distribution Appeal
The Cause of the Servant of God Oreste Marengo Moves Forward
(ANS – Vatican City) – On Thursday, November 6, 2025, during the Special Congress of Theological Consultors at the Congregation for the Causes of Saints, a unanimous positive opinion was given regarding the heroic exercise of virtues, the reputation for holiness and the signs of the Servant of God Oreste Marengo (1906-1998), Bishop of Tura, of the Society of St. Francis de Sales, missionary in India. … Continue reading The Cause of the Servant of God Oreste Marengo Moves Forward
Female Students from UniSALESIANO Honored at the 28th National Biomedicine Meeting
(Botucatu, Brazil) – Female students from the UniSALESIANO Salesian University were honored at the 28th National Congress of Biomedicine (ENBM, in Portuguese), held at the end of October at the Institute of Biosciences of UNESP in Botucatu. The Congress, which brought together students, lecturers and professionals from different areas of health, is one of the most prestigious in Brazil and promotes the exchange of experiences … Continue reading Female Students from UniSALESIANO Honored at the 28th National Biomedicine Meeting
Corpus Christi Church: Pilgrimage of Hope
By Gina Battad, Salesian Cooperator (San Francisco, California) – Corpus Christi Parish joyfully announces our Pilgrimage of Hope, taking place from November 3 to 15, 2025, to Rome, Lourdes, Fatima and other sacred places. This journey will be a time of prayer, reflection, and renewal for as we travel together as pilgrims in this Jubilee Year of Hope. As we begin this pilgrimage, we hold in … Continue reading Corpus Christi Church: Pilgrimage of Hope
Don Bosco Tech Fall Open House Is November 16
Unique College-Prep Applied Science High School Program Now Available to Young Women By Karen Krynen, Director of Communications (Rosemead, California) – Don Bosco Technical Institute (Bosco Tech) will host Open House for prospective students—male and female—on Sunday, November 16. After 70 years as an all-boys school, Bosco Tech is transitioning to co-education. Starting in Fall 2026, its unique college-preparatory curriculum in pre-engineering and applied science will … Continue reading Don Bosco Tech Fall Open House Is November 16
Supporting the NFCYM Accompaniment Project
By JC Montenegro, PhD (Bellflower, California) – The National Federation for Catholic Youth Ministry (NFCYM) has received grant funding to reimagine how the Church accompanies young people in developing a living relationship with God. Rather than launching another youth ministry program, NFCYM invites parishes into a strategic three-year process to discern, plan, and build a parish culture where youth are truly accompanied and encouraged to … Continue reading Supporting the NFCYM Accompaniment Project
Camp St. Francis Fall Newsletter and Mass Schedule
(Aptos, California) – The Camp St. Francis Newsletter, Fall 2025, offers a summary of the events of the past months, the future projects, and the new Mass schedule starting November 2025. As the days are getting shorter, from now on our first and third Sunday’s Masses will be at 4.00 PM. We extend our thanks to all friends and neighbors of Camp St. Francis for … Continue reading Camp St. Francis Fall Newsletter and Mass Schedule
Salesians in Santiago de Cuba Face Up to the Devastation From Hurricane Melissa, Bringing Aid to the Population
(ANS – Santiago) – The Salesian Mary Help of Christians work, located in Santiago de Cuba, is among the hardest hit by Hurricane Melissa, which has caused very serious material damage and a profound humanitarian crisis in the eastern part of the country. In spite of the seriousness of the emergency, the Salesian community – comprising Fr Miguel Ángel Fernández, Fr Eduardo Marroquín and Salesian Brother … Continue reading Salesians in Santiago de Cuba Face Up to the Devastation From Hurricane Melissa, Bringing Aid to the Population
Poster Published for the Rector Major’s Strenna for 2026: DO WHATEVER HE TELLS YOU. Believers, Free to Serve
(ANS – Rome) – The poster that will accompany the Rector Major Fr Fabio Attard’s Strenna for 2026, has been chosen and is now available online. It is a graphic expression of the motto already announced last August: ‘DO WHATEVER HE TELLS YOU. Believers, free to serve’. Below is an explanation of the image that makes up the poster. The poster for STRENNA 2026, with the theme … Continue reading Poster Published for the Rector Major’s Strenna for 2026: DO WHATEVER HE TELLS YOU. Believers, Free to Serve
Misiones Salesianas: Giving a Voice to the Forgotten and Sowing Awareness
(ANS – Madrid) – For many years now Misiones Salesianas, the Salesian Mission Office in Madrid, in addition to carrying out numerous interventions in mission territories, has also been carrying out an important information and awareness-raising operation on the little-known realities of developing countries. Through news reports and documentaries it makes known the faces and stories of those most loved by Don Bosco – the vulnerable … Continue reading Misiones Salesianas: Giving a Voice to the Forgotten and Sowing Awareness
Meeting for Those in Charge of Lay-run Works: Salesians and Lay People Together, With and for Young People
(Catania, Italy) – On the weekend November 1-2, 2025, a meeting for those in charge of lay-run works in the Salesian Province of Sicily (ISI) was held at the Salesian Provincial Center in Catania. It brought together the leaders and collaborators of the nine lay-led works together with members of the provincial coordination team in an atmosphere of fraternity, discussion and shared educational responsibility. The … Continue reading Meeting for Those in Charge of Lay-run Works: Salesians and Lay People Together, With and for Young People
IUS Conference 2025 Concludes with a Renewed Commitment to Global Collaboration in Catholic Higher Education
(ANS – Rome) – The Three-Day Conference on Salesian Facilitation came to a close on 30th October at the Salesian University, Rome, and concluded on October 31, 2025, at Sede Centrale Salesiana, Rome. The event concluded with a strong sense of unity and renewed dedication to the shared mission of Catholic higher education. On the final day, participants gathered at Ricaldone Hall for the closing session, … Continue reading IUS Conference 2025 Concludes with a Renewed Commitment to Global Collaboration in Catholic Higher Education
The Salesian Magazine: Newest Edition – Fall 2025
(Richmond, California) – For years, the Salesian Magazine has been a vibrant testament to the incredible spirit and community that drives Salesian College Preparatory forward. Thanks to the unwavering support of our dedicated teachers, parents, volunteers, and generous donors, we continue to provide life-changing opportunities for our students and bring St. John Bosco’s vision to life. Each edition of the magazine captures the dynamic energy … Continue reading The Salesian Magazine: Newest Edition – Fall 2025
Honoring Hispanic Heritage Month at Salesian College Preparatory
By Joshua Christian and Matthew Ventura, Student Journalists (Richmond, California) – As the vibrant green leaves of summer start to fade, new autumn leaves begin to emerge with the arrival of October and the approach of Halloween. However, in the Salesian high school community this past month, something else took shape: the Hispanic Heritage Month Assembly. Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated annually from September 15th … Continue reading Honoring Hispanic Heritage Month at Salesian College Preparatory
Transparency in Action: Celebrating a Year of Growth and Achievements
By JC Montenegro, PhD (Boyle Heights, California) – From July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025, the Salesian Family Youth Center reached over 2,000 children and young people, sparking growth, creativity, and connection. This year, we celebrated milestones like publishing two books and expanding programs in education, athletics, and spiritual development. These highlights reflect our mission in action, empowering youth, strengthening communities, and building a … Continue reading Transparency in Action: Celebrating a Year of Growth and Achievements
Life Goes On / La vida continúa
By Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB Fundamental to our Christian belief is that there is life beyond, and that life is eternal. Our faith in the afterlife brings us hope. It helps us to bear whatever each day may bring with tranquility. It gives calm and purpose as does the prayer Don Bosco taught his youngsters, “Dear Mother Mary, ever Virgin, help me to save my soul.” Now, … Continue reading Life Goes On / La vida continúa
From the Pharisee’s Table to the Heart of Ministry
MESSAGE OF THE RECTOR MAJOR: Fr. Fabio Attard, SDB – Humility and Charity in the Education and Evangelization of Young People – In chapter 14 of St. Luke’s Gospel, we find the account in which Jesus accepts an invitation to dine at the home of an important Pharisee. Jesus enters a space thick with social calculations and feigned religious attitudes wherein the dinner becomes a … Continue reading From the Pharisee’s Table to the Heart of Ministry
The Opening of the IUS International Conference: Salesian Education, Synodality, and Facilitation
(ANS – Rome) – The city of Rome has become a centre of reflection, communion and renewal for Catholic education, as leaders from around the world have gathered for the World Education Jubilee. Members of the Salesian Institutions of Higher Education (IUS) are gathered at the Pontifical Salesian University (UPS) in Rome to participate in the International Conference entitled “Participatory Models in Salesian Higher Education: Synodal … Continue reading The Opening of the IUS International Conference: Salesian Education, Synodality, and Facilitation
Reflections and Shared Learning Mark Day Two of the IUS Conference 2025
(ANS – Rome) – The second day of the International Conference on “Participatory Models in Salesian Higher Education: Synodal & Salesian Facilitation” unfolded with reflection at the Università Pontificia Salesiana. Following the spirit of communion and dialogue set during the opening day, participants engaged deeply with the realities, challenges, and opportunities shaping the present and future of higher education within the Salesian world. The morning began in the Library Hall … Continue reading Reflections and Shared Learning Mark Day Two of the IUS Conference 2025
October 29th – Happy Feast of Blessed Michael Rua!
Going Halves in Everything Born in Turin on June 9, 1837, the youngest of nine children, Michael came to the Oratory in 1852. One day Don Bosco told him: “We will go halves in everything”. He was among the first group to whom Don Bosco suggested the formation of the Salesian Society. His Many Roles For 36 years he was his closest collaborator in all … Continue reading October 29th – Happy Feast of Blessed Michael Rua!
Celebrations Begin for the 100th Year Anniversary of Saints Peter and Paul School
(San Francisco, California) – The 2025-26 school year of Saints Peter and Paul School will remember the rich contribution and legacy the school has given for 100 years to school students and families in the North Beach community of San Francisco. Festivities marking this anniversary will unfold throughout the year. SF Italian Heritage Award In October SF Italian Heritage recognized the school’s century of service, … Continue reading Celebrations Begin for the 100th Year Anniversary of Saints Peter and Paul School
St. Isabel’s Parish: Celebrating Holiness with Joy
By Luis Chacon, Coordinator of Youth Ministry (Boyle Heights, California) – On Sunday, October 8, the Salesian Faith Forgers Missionary Group experienced a very special moment at St. Isabel’s Parish: the first Children’s Mass, which will be held once a month. During the celebration, the children fulfilled their pledge of commitment, remembering that being missionaries is to serve with joy, share God’s love, and build … Continue reading St. Isabel’s Parish: Celebrating Holiness with Joy
Explore Bosco’s Academic Pathway Programs
(Bellflower, California) – Future Braves are invited to attend Academic Pathway Night tomorrow, Wednesday, October 22, from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. on campus. The event will showcase Bosco’s six Academic Pathway programs, beginning with a brief overview followed by two breakout sessions where attendees can choose which pathways to explore in greater detail. St John Bosco students who choose to enter one of the academic pathways participate in … Continue reading Explore Bosco’s Academic Pathway Programs
Pope Signs Apostolic Letter Marking Sixtieth Anniversary of Gravissimum Educationis
(ANS – Vatican City) – Joining students of Pontifical Universities on Monday afternoon, October 27, Pope Leo XIV signed the Apostolic Letter “Drawing New Maps of Hope”, written to commemorate the sixtieth anniversary of Gravissimum Educationis, and to reflect on the current relevance of the Conciliar Declaration and on the challenges that education has to face today, in particular for Catholic schools and universities. The Mass opened … Continue reading Pope Signs Apostolic Letter Marking Sixtieth Anniversary of Gravissimum Educationis
Salesian Leaders Worldwide Gather in Rome for Salesian Higher Education Conclave
(ANS – Rome) – Rome prepares to welcome a landmark gathering of Salesian educational leaders from across the globe as the International Conference on “Participatory Models in Salesian Higher Education: Synodal & Salesian Facilitation” opens on October 27. The five-day event, part of the Jubilee of Education celebrations, is hosted by the Salesian University, Rome, and organized by the Salesian Institutes of Higher Education under the … Continue reading Salesian Leaders Worldwide Gather in Rome for Salesian Higher Education Conclave
New Handbook Empowers NGOs and Youth Organizations to Build Fair and Just Global Supply Chains
(ANS – Bonn) – The new Handbook on Fair Supply Chains, developed within the Erasmus+ project From Chains to Bridges, addresses one of today’s most pressing global justice issues — how to make supply chains more just, sustainable, and respectful of human dignity. While the handbook takes a practical and educational approach, the topic deeply resonates with our Christian commitment to justice, solidarity, and care for our common … Continue reading New Handbook Empowers NGOs and Youth Organizations to Build Fair and Just Global Supply Chains
Cagliero 11 – November 2025
Dear Friend of the Salesian Missions, We send you the November 2025 Cagliero 11 bulletin. Please print it for the community Notice Board /oratory /school… and / or forward it to the confreres and to the people interested in it. IN THIS ISSUE Continue reading Cagliero 11 – November 2025
Upwards: Pier Giorgio Frassati – A Model for Salesian Missionary Volunteers
(ANS – Rome) – Pier Giorgio Frassati lived his short life with one clear direction “Verso l’alto,” upwards. Those two words, scribbled once on a mountain photo, reveal more than his love for climbing. They express how he lived: always moving toward God, toward others, and toward something greater. For Frassati, faith was never something private or passive. It was alive. It took him into the streets … Continue reading Upwards: Pier Giorgio Frassati – A Model for Salesian Missionary Volunteers
Recognition of the Martyrdom of the Servants of God Jan Świerc and Eight Companions, Salesians of Don Bosco
ANS – Rome) — On Friday, October 24, 2025, the Holy Father Leo XIV received in audience His Eminence Cardinal Marcello Semeraro, Prefect of the Dicastery for the Causes of Saints. During the audience, the Supreme Pontiff authorized the same Dicastery to promulgate the decree concerning: – the martyrdom of the Servants of God Jan Świerc and eight Companions, professed priests of the Salesian Society of St. … Continue reading Recognition of the Martyrdom of the Servants of God Jan Świerc and Eight Companions, Salesians of Don Bosco
Interamerica Provincials Meeting – Day 2: Girded to Serve, Enkindled to Discern
A Spanish translation is included at the end of the article. / Al final del artículo se incluye una traducción al español. (Berkeley, California) – The second day of the Interamerica Provincials Meeting, held in Berkeley, California, began with the Eucharistic celebration presided over by Fr. José Pastor Ramírez, Provincial of the Antilles. In his homily, Fr. José invited everyone to live with “girded loins and lamps … Continue reading Interamerica Provincials Meeting – Day 2: Girded to Serve, Enkindled to Discern
Serve the Lord Willingly / Servir al Señor de buena gana
By Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB The ancient Wisdom of Sirach upholds how fair God’s relationship is with humankind. “The LORD is a God of justice,who knows no favorites.” The poor and lowly who have room for God in their lives and who turn to Him in distress hope simply to be heard, for indeed, “The Lord hears the cry of the poor”(Ps 34:7a). Sirach goes on to describe why … Continue reading Serve the Lord Willingly / Servir al Señor de buena gana
Digi Evangeli: 30 Sunday Ordinary Time 2025 (English and Spanish)
By Fr. Shijumon Thottupurathu, SDB – Reflection In English Be humble before the eyes of God and he will bless us with his presence and protection.Blessings. Reflection In Spanish Seamos humildes ante los ojos de Dios y él nos bendecirá con su presencia y protección.Bendiciones. Continue reading Digi Evangeli: 30 Sunday Ordinary Time 2025 (English and Spanish)
A Legacy of Grace – The Power of Faith in the Face of Suffering
(ANS – New Delhi) – Following the heartfelt “A Legacy of Love,” the South Asia Region releases “A Legacy of Grace,” the newest episode in the Salesian Mission 150 Years series. Now streaming on YouTube, the sequel journeys deeper into the struggles and faith of Salesian Family Missionaries in Sudan and South Sudan, revealing how divine grace sustains them amid war, famine, and loss. Produced by … Continue reading A Legacy of Grace – The Power of Faith in the Face of Suffering
Online meeting with Social Communication Delegates of the Interamerica and America South Cone Regions
(ANS – Rome) – On Tuesday October 21, 2025, the Social Communication Delegates of the Interamerica and America South Cone Region met online under the guidance of Fr. Fidel Orendain, General Councillor for the Sector. The meeting, moderated by Fr Ricardo Campoli, member of the SC Sector, focused on sharing updates, learning about expectations and priorities for the coming years, and reorganizing the Sector, defining future … Continue reading Online meeting with Social Communication Delegates of the Interamerica and America South Cone Regions
Interamerica Provincials Meeting: Celebrating Communion in Mission
A Spanish translation is included at the end of the article. / Al final del artículo se incluye una traducción al español. (Berkeley, California) – The Salesian Province of the Western United States is honored to host the Interamerica Provincials Meeting, October 19 – 25, a significant gathering that brings together Provincial Superiors of the Salesian Congregation from across the continent to reflect, pray, and … Continue reading Interamerica Provincials Meeting: Celebrating Communion in Mission
St. Dominic Savio Parish Animating Community
(Bellflower, California) – The community of St. Dominic Savio parish is in full swing this fall with opportunities for young people and families to give, serve, learn, and enjoy! This weekend, St. Dominic Savio School is hosting its 5th Annual Halloween Costume Drive as a fun way to recycle and save money for families. Fundraising for the benefit of young people, the Salesian Cooperators are … Continue reading St. Dominic Savio Parish Animating Community
Works of Mercy Outreach – October 2025
(Los Angeles, California) – If you are looking for a way to “share your bread with the hungry,” come join the Works of Mercy team this Saturday, October 25, at 9:00 AM at the Don Bosco Mission Center. Making 400 burritos is no small task, nor is distributing them to those who need this hearty meal. Humble teamwork and love for Jesus in the poor … Continue reading Works of Mercy Outreach – October 2025
San Luis Rey Church Creates Opportunities For Family Fun and Prayer
(Laredo, Texas) – The fall season is a great time to celebrate as a family. The San Luis Rey Church religious education program (CCD) also aims to unite families as a parish community. Furthermore, the parish is joining in solidarity with those who suffer from cancer and those who care for them. Our faith reminds us that prayer is a powerful source of strength for … Continue reading San Luis Rey Church Creates Opportunities For Family Fun and Prayer