By Miriam Hernandez CYM Judy Alvarez, a Salesian Cooperator, has been volunteering at the Salesian Family Youth Center, helping with our Girl Scouts Troop. She has been a great example of cooperators at work, using her experience and skills to contribute to the development of our program.  Judy Alvarez’s work with the Girl Scouts has been remarkable. She consistently goes above and beyond to provide … Continue reading Salesian Cooperator Judy Alvarez – Volunteering at Salesian Family Youth Center 

By Fr. Carlos Bosio, SDB (ANS – Rome) – One of the most important legacies that Don Bosco left to the Salesian Family is devotion to Mary Help of Christians. Countless schools, chapels, squares and neighborhoods around the world bear her name. Millions of children, older youth and adults gather around the Virgin and are sheltered beneath her mantle. Although this devotion existed before, it … Continue reading Before, During, and After Don Bosco: Devotion to Mary Help of Christians

(ANS – Catania) – Yesterday, May 16, 2023, the 105th birthday of Fr. Rodolfo di Mauro, a Salesian of the Sicilian Province, born in 1918, currently the oldest Son of Don Bosco in the world, was celebrated in Catania. While his age certainly represents a remarkable achievement, the real record for Fr. di Mauro is his countless extraordinary actions for his “boys,” who were there … Continue reading A Salesian for the Record Books: Fr. Rodolfodi Mauro, SDB, Turned 105 Years Old

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB Las representaciones de San Pablo sobre el hecho de la ascensión de Jesús al Cielo son impactantes. Entre ellas se encuentra Efesios 2:6-11. Pablo registró desde la prisión lo conmovido que estaba al saber de su fuerte fe. Pronunció una oración llena de emoción por ellos y agregó con profundo sentimiento una petición de que permanezcan unidos en imitación de … Continue reading Ascensión del Señor

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB St. Paul’s renderings of the fact of Jesus ascending into Heaven are striking. Among them is Ephesians 2:6-11. Paul recorded from prison how moved he was to know of their strong faith. He uttered a soulful prayer for them and added with deepest feeling a petition that they stand together in imitation of the humble obedience of Christ. It is … Continue reading Ascension of the Lord

By JC Montenegro, PhD Loneliness among young people is a growing concern in today’s society, and it’s important to explore solutions on this issue. The Catholic League recently published an article about this topic, exploring the reasons behind this phenomenon and offering suggestions for how we can combat it. One of the reasons for the increase in loneliness among young people is the rise of … Continue reading Combating Loneliness Among Young People: Strategies and the Role of Community Organizations  

By Luis Chacon On the day of St. Dominic Savio, the Salesian Family Youth in the Parish of Santa Isabel and St. Mary’s came together to celebrate a very special occasion. This year’s celebration was particularly significant as it marked the first communion of the catechism members of both parishes. It was a day filled with joy and excitement as the children and adolescents received … Continue reading Savoring the Joy: St. Dominic Savio Day Celebrations Bring First Communions to LA Youth