Written by the Province Salesian Youth Ministry Office USA West Gina Robles and Marisol Becerra Youth Center Commission Meetings In March, there were two meetings with the youth centers commission from our province. The first meeting was on March 8th via Zoom and the second meeting was on March 22nd in person in Sts. Peter and Paul Church in San Francisco, CA. These meetings were … Continue reading Youth Ministry Office March Recap 2023

By Luis Chacon Building Bridges of Collaboration: Salesian Missions Director and Salesian Volunteers Program Coordinator of the Western US Visits Salesian Province of the East Coast Last week we had the opportunity to attend a convention in Washington DC, hosted by the Chamber of Commerce of the Los Angeles Area. During this convention, we had the privilege to advocate on behalf of minorities, women, and … Continue reading Building Bridges of Collaboration

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB Desde el Día de Pascua en adelante, los Evangelios registran testigos tras testigos de la Resurrección. Las mujeres que encontraron la tumba vacía fueron aseguradas por un ángel de que Jesús había resucitado. Corrieron para contarles a los Apóstoles. Pedro y Juan corrieron y encontraron las vendas funerarias, pero no a Jesús. María Magdalena lo vio primero. También se encontró … Continue reading Gracias, Tomas

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB From Easter Day on, the Gospels record witness after witness of the Resurrection. The women who found the empty tomb, were assured by an angel that Jesus had risen. They raced back to tell the Apostles. Peter and John ran and found the burial cloths, but not Jesus. Mary Magdalene saw him first. He also met with two disciples sadly … Continue reading Thank You, Thomas

The Don Bosco Global Youth Film Festival is currently accepting submissions. Filmmakers are to create projects around the theme: Love Builds Peace and Solidarity. The contest is open in two categories: Ages 14-19; Ages 20-25. Open to Salesians across the Globe from all Provinces! Submissions do not have to be spoken in English. NOTE: Every film not in English MUST include English subtitles!!!! Last day … Continue reading Don Bosco Global Youth Film Festival

Abstracted by Sheila Kun RN, BA, BSN, MS. The American Stroke Association has a detailed discussion of risk factors for stroke. Last week, we went over some major risk factors. This week, we complete the discussion with the following situations that might put you at risk for stroke.  High Blood Cholesterol Large amounts of cholesterol in the blood can build up and cause blood clots … Continue reading Care Ministry: Stroke Risk Factors You Can Control, Treat, and Improve (Part 2)

By JC Montenegro, Ph.D. The Salesian Family Youth Center of Los Angeles recently had the honor of participating in the ACCESS DC event, hosted by the LA Chamber of Commerce in Washington DC. This event provided a platform for small businesses to meet with members of Congress representing California and advocate for equal opportunities. During these meetings, the Salesian Family Youth Center emphasized the significance … Continue reading Salesian Family Youth Center of Los Angeles Advocates for Education and Small Business in Washington DC

By Luis Chacon Empowering Youth for a Better Future through Collaboration with Fr. Thom Pallithanam and the Salesian Western Province  We are excited to share that JC Montenegro and I, representing the United States Western Province, are collaborating with Fr. Thomas Pallithanam, SDB, Salesian Representative to the United Nations, to participate in The Youth Forum. We are also proud to be taking a young representative … Continue reading Joining Forces with the United Nations

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB Todo lo que le sucedió a Cristo, su temor en el jardín, el arresto ilegal, el falso juicio ante Caifás, el injusto juicio ante Pilato, la sangrienta flagelación y burla, la muerte por crucifixión, los pulmones y el corazón atravesados por una lanza, colocado en la tumba de otro, todo esto era casi increíble. ¡Jesús era el Hijo de Dios! … Continue reading Maravilla de Maravillas

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB All that happened to Christ, his dread in the garden, unlawful arrest, false hearing with Caiaphas, unjust trial before Pilate, bloody scourging and mockery, death by crucifixion, lungs and heart pierced by a spear, laid in another’s tomb, all this was next to unbelievable. Jesus was Son of God! But we know too, the depths of hatred and evil man … Continue reading Wonder of Wonders

Abstracted by Sheila Kun RN, BA, BSN, MS. The most often asked question with most medical conditions is: “How can I prevent this problem?” On the topic of stroke prevention, from the American Stroke Association, the following risk factors are depicted for your reference.  High Blood Pressure High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a leading cause of stroke and the most significant controllable risk factor. … Continue reading Care Ministry: Stroke Risk Factors You Can Control, Treat, and Improve

By Luis Chacon On a recent weekend, the Salesian High School Bishop Mora hosted a retreat for the leaders and servants of the Parishes of Santa María and Santa Isabel, led by Father Marcos Castillo with the theme of the Broken Christ. During the retreat, participants were able to reflect on the Broken Christ and what it means for us as individuals and as a … Continue reading Reflections on the Retreat for the Parishes of Santa María and Santa Isabel

A Letter from the Provincial Coordinator for Salesian Schools Dear Salesian Family and Friends,  As we enter into this Holy Week, I am reminded of Don Bosco’s adage: “We must cultivate charity in the habit of humility.” Educative and pastoral charity is at the heart of his educational approach to working with the young.   Placing the Young at the Center Far too often the … Continue reading Letter From the Province

By Luis Chacon On March 24, the Salesian Family Youth Center initiated a systematization process to analyze and document their best pastoral practices. This process aims to maintain and promote these practices while serving as an example and reference for other similar institutions. During the meeting, the team identified four specific objectives to be achieved in the coming months of work. The general objective is … Continue reading The Salesian Family Youth Center Enhances Best Pastoral Practices

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB Dos eventos separados son recordados este domingo antes de la Pascua. El primero es la entrada triunfal del Señor en Jerusalén. El segundo evento es el de la Pasión del Señor. En domingos pasados hemos leído el Evangelio de San Juan, pero este día volvemos al de San Mateo honrando tanto la entrada como la Pasión del Señor. El relato … Continue reading Domingo de Ramos: Pasión del Señor

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB Two separate events are recalled on this Sunday before Easter. The first is the Lord’s Triumphal Entry into Jerusalem. The second event is that of the Lord’s Passion. On past Sundays we have met the Gospel of St. John, but this day returns to that of St. Matthew honoring both the Entry and the Lord’s Passion. Matthew’s account is detailed … Continue reading Palm Sunday: Passion of the Lord

By Luis Chacon Last week, from Tuesday to Thursday, the workers of LAUSD went on strike, causing all district schools to close. For many parents, this posed a significant challenge as they didn’t have the means to care for their children during the day. As a result, many young students were left without supervision and were at risk of spending the day on the streets. … Continue reading Salesian Family Youth Center Steps Up During LAUSD Strike

Abstracted by Sheila Kun RN, BA, BSN, MS. Now that we know how prevalent stroke is from last week’s statistics (1 in 6 people), I feel it is prudent for us to review the warning signs so that we can render help right away. The following is from the American Stroke Association. It is very well written. I hope you find time reading it.  F.A.S.T. … Continue reading Care Ministry: Stroke – Know the Symptoms For FAST Actions

By Luis Chacon Last Friday, a sporadic Homeless Outreach was carried out by Salesian Youth Leaders of the Province. Year after year, Salesian Youth Leadership Conferences (SYLC) are held with a Social Justice activity to invite young Salesian leaders to make a change in the community. This year, Miguel, a student at Bosco Technical Institute, who was a member of the SYLC organizing team in … Continue reading Salesian Youth Make a Difference

By Luis Chacon The car wash was a huge success, and the community came together in support of the Leadership Team. Thanks to the hard work and dedication of everyone involved, the fundraiser was able to raise enough funds to pay for the High School Senior expenses like prom, grad night, yearbook, and other necessary expenses. The Salesian Family Youth Center at Roosevelt High School … Continue reading Salesian Family Youth Center Supports Public High School Students in Their Achievements & Celebrations