Amor Mutuo

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB La Última Cena está marcada por muchos signos de amor. El Evangelio de San Juan deja eso abundantemente claro. Jesús sabía que su hora de partir había llegado, y “habiendo amado a los suyos que estaban en el mundo, los amó hasta el fin” (Jn 13:1). Como señal de su amor, Jesús se inclinó para lavar los pies de sus … Continue reading Amor Mutuo

Salesian Youth Ministry Office April 2023 Recap 

By Marisol Becerra from the Province Salesian Youth Ministry Office USA West SYLC participants gathered for the SYLC Workshop at Salesian College Preparatory in Richmond, CA.  Salesian Youth Movement Commission On April 18th, the first meeting of the Salesian Youth Movement Commission took place. This meeting was led by Monica Rosales, who is the Salesian Youth Movement Coordinator. Youth from different communities around our Province … Continue reading Salesian Youth Ministry Office April 2023 Recap 

Letter from Rome of May 10, 1884: The Most Significant Elements

(ANS – Rome) – May 10th marks 139 years since the famous “Letter from Rome” that Don Bosco wrote to his Salesians to warn them of the risk of losing the truly “Salesian” nature of being among young people, of educating and evangelizing them. A way of being present among young people that implies loving, requires the visibility of this love, knows how to raise … Continue reading Letter from Rome of May 10, 1884: The Most Significant Elements

Presentation of World Novena to Mary Help of Christians

(ANS – Rome) – The tradition of the World Novena to Mary Help of Christians (May 15-23), promoted by the Salesian Central Headquarters and of relevance for all members of the Salesian Family who intend to adequately prepare for this recurrence, is renewed again this year. The videos and accompanying booklets for Novena 2023 will be made available online in the coming days, while the … Continue reading Presentation of World Novena to Mary Help of Christians

Mutual Love

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB The Last Supper is marked by many signs of love. St. John’s Gospel makes that abundantly clear. Jesus knew that his hour to depart had come,  and “Having loved his own who were in the world, He loved them to the end” (Jn 13:1). As a sign of his love, Jesus stooped down to wash the feet of his friends. … Continue reading Mutual Love

¡Viva La Fiesta: Salesian Family Youth Center Celebrates 5 de Mayo!

By Luis Chacon Last Friday, the Salesian Family Youth Center celebrated the Mexican holiday of 5 de Mayo with a bang. The event was a resounding success, bringing together children, youth, and staff members to celebrate Mexican culture and traditions. The highlight of the celebration was the historical review presented by the Youth Center staff. The presentation was a wonderful opportunity for the children and … Continue reading ¡Viva La Fiesta: Salesian Family Youth Center Celebrates 5 de Mayo!

Fraternity in Service: Celebrating the Legacy of Father John Lam with the De La Salle Christian Brothers

By Luis Chacon The De La Salle Christian Brothers recently organized a heartfelt farewell dinner in gratitude to Father John Lam for his many years of dedicated service to the ministry at Cathedral High School. Father Lam, who had been celebrating daily mass for the community of the Christian Brothers, has been a beloved figure in the community, and the dinner was a wonderful opportunity … Continue reading Fraternity in Service: Celebrating the Legacy of Father John Lam with the De La Salle Christian Brothers