By Karen Krynen Irasshaimase (welcome in Japanese)!  The Tech welcomed very special guests today all the way from Nakanogo, on Japan’s southern coast! More than 80 students and teachers from 上智大学教育提携校静岡サレジオ Shizuoka Salesio High School (yes, a fellow Salesian school) joined Tech students from our Japanese Language program for tours, classroom visits, a performance by the band, and a delicious lunch.  What an incredible opportunity for our … Continue reading Visit to the Tech by Japanese Salesian High School Students

Abstracted by Sheila Kun RN, BA, BSN, MS From Medline plus, we gathered pertinent information regarding this “invisible, but real” health hazard – inactivity. Also called: Sedentary Lifestyle, Sitting Disease What is an inactive lifestyle? Being a couch potato. Not exercising. A sedentary or inactive lifestyle. You have probably heard of all of these phrases, and they mean the same thing: a lifestyle with a … Continue reading Inactivity: How Big is the Problem?

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB It is hard to miss the theme of this 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time, A. After the first reading from Jeremiah, we will repeat it often, “O Lord my God, my soul is thirsting for You.” This thirst or longing for God, is much the same as to say “I don’t want to go to hell forever. No! I choose … Continue reading Longing for God

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB Es difícil pasar por alto el tema de este 22º Domingo Ordinario, A. Después de la primera lectura de Jeremías, lo repetiremos a menudo: “Oh Señor, mi Dios, mi alma tiene sed de Ti”. Esta sed o anhelo por Dios es en gran medida lo mismo que decir “No quiero ir al infierno para siempre. ¡No! Elijo la alegría eterna … Continue reading Anhelo de Dios

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB Esta es la memorable descripción de nuestra Iglesia pronunciada por el Obispo Fulton Sheen a través de la radio incluso antes de que estuviera en la televisión. En efecto, ciertas cosas perduran. “La Roca”. Así es como Jesús se dirigió a San Pedro durante su largo viaje desde las costas del Mediterráneo. Ahora están al norte del lago y aún … Continue reading Una Roca Sumergida en la Eternidad

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB That is the memorable description of our Church voiced by Bishop Fulton Sheen over radio even before he was on Television. Indeed, certain things are lasting. “The Rock.”— Such is the title given to St. Peter by Jesus during their long journey from the shores of the Mediterranean. They are north of the Lake now and still in the depth … Continue reading A Rock Plunged into Eternity

By Luis Chacon In the heart of Madrid, a remarkable reunion recently took place that celebrated a decade of dedication, service, and the unbreakable bond forged by the Salesian Youth Volunteer program in the West of the United States. Since its inception in 2010, this program has been a driving force in empowering young individuals to make a positive impact on the world. The recent … Continue reading Bridging Continents and Hearts: Uniting Salesian Volunteers Across Time and Space

By Luis Chacon The Salesian Social Network of America (Red Social America Salesiana) recently organized a seminar on the management and measurement of impact in the social sector. The seminar aimed to address the growing concern about measuring the impact of Salesian works, particularly in the context of social projects and initiatives. Led by Dr. Carlos Ballesteros from the Comillas Pontifical University in Spain, the … Continue reading Seminar Explores Measuring Success in the Salesian Social Sector

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB The scriptures this 20th Sunday ‘A’ proclaim the catholicity of the Church, that it exists for all. Even Isaiah, writing centuries before Christ predicted that ‘foreigners’ would come streaming to faith in the one God. They would minister to Him, love His name, serve Him, keep His holy day, offer proper sacrifice, venerate God’s covenant with humans preserved by His … Continue reading Strong Words, Strong Lesson

By Luis Chacon The vibrant participation of young people and leaders from the Salesian Family of the Western United States on day #3 of World Youth Day in Lisbon was marked by spiritual growth, fellowship, and a powerful message of social justice and inclusion. The day commenced with an engaging catechism session, where representatives of St. Dominic Savio Parish and the Salesian Family Youth Center … Continue reading Embracing Social Justice and Pope Francis’ Message of Inclusion 

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB This 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time ‘A’ brings Moses and Elijah together again. Last week at the Transfiguration they stood side by side with Jesus as he revealed his divinity. Now, by wondrous signs, Elijah had arrived at Mount Horeb, the Mountain of God, and we are reminded that through all sorts of distress, the merciful Lord ever awaits our … Continue reading Journeying With Jesus

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB Hay muchos lugares elevados queridos por Dios mencionados en el Antiguo y Nuevo Testamento. Este domingo, San Mateo nos guía al Monte de la Transfiguración. Ninguno de los tres Evangelios que lo mencionan le da un nombre, pero la tradición lo ubica en el Monte Tabor, que se eleva más de 1800 pies desde las llanuras de Galilea. Ahora una … Continue reading Otro Monte Sagrado

By Luis Chacon The Salesian Missionary Volunteer Program Unveiled at the Salesian Family Youth Center In the spirit of our shared mission to serve the young and the needy, I am thrilled to share with you an inspiring experience that took place at the heart of our Salesian Family Youth Center. On a momentous day, July 26, we witnessed the tremendous impact of promoting the … Continue reading Empowering the Next Generation

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB There is an afterlife for us humans. God has his own ongoing existence, In fact, He IS Existence. That is his Name, I Am, I Was, I Will Be forever. He is Eternal. His Kingdom is called Heaven. He is the source of all else that exists. We humans have words for that. We call Him Almighty and Creator. We … Continue reading Treasure, Pearls, Nets, and Heaven

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB Hay una vida después de la muerte para nosotros, los seres humanos. Dios tiene su propia existencia continua, de hecho, Él ES la Existencia. Ese es su Nombre, Yo Soy, Yo Era, Yo Seré por siempre. Él es Eterno. Su Reino se llama el Cielo. Él es la fuente de todo lo demás que existe. Nosotros, los humanos, tenemos palabras … Continue reading Tesoro, Perlas, Redes y Cielo

By Luis Chacon The Salesian Family Youth Center (SFYC) has always strived to be more than just a building, it emphasizes a dynamic and growing spirit that extends far beyond its physical boundaries. A true testament to this vision is the SHOUT Program, an After School Program run by SFYC at Roosevelt High School. As an essential component of the Los Angeles Unified School District’s … Continue reading Strengthening Commitment: SHOUT Program Coordinators Drive Excellence at SFYC