Multimedia Version of the Synod “Letter to the People of God”

To make more accessible and engaging the “Letter to the People of God” from the 16th Ordinary General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops, a multimedia version has been released. This new format provides a dynamic and immersive experience that complements the text of the Synod participants. The letter expresses gratitude for the Synod and details the work done during the assembly. It also expresses … Continue reading Multimedia Version of the Synod “Letter to the People of God”

Navigating the Seas of Salesian Communication in the Digital Era

By Luis Chacon On November 9th, the Salesian Social America Network orchestrated the third formative meeting. The focus of this engaging gathering was the effective communication of Salesian social works, exploring key criteria, defining roles, and devising strategies for content creation across contemporary languages and platforms. Setting the Stage: Under the guidance of Father Walter, a Salesian of Don Bosco, the event commenced with an … Continue reading Navigating the Seas of Salesian Communication in the Digital Era

The Parish “without”: Study Seminar on the Salesian Parish

(ANS – Rome) – A study seminar on the Salesian parish entitled “The Parish for Those Without” was held from November 14 to 16, 2023, in Rome, at San Tarcisio. This term, “of those without”, comes from the experience of Don Bosco in 1847, when Archbishop Luigi Fransoni issued the formal decree authorizing him, “to instruct and admit to First Communion those young people who … Continue reading The Parish “without”: Study Seminar on the Salesian Parish

A Papal Appointment for Fr. Giordano Piccinotti SDB

(ANS – Vatican City) – On Wednesday, November 15, 2023, Pope Francis appointed Salesian Priest Giordano Piccinotti, President of the Administration of the Patrimony of the Apostolic See, as President of the Board of Directors and of the Foundation for Catholic Healthcare. The ‘Foundation for Catholic Healthcare’ is a ‘body linked to the Holy See’, a body that intervenes to support Catholic healthcare facilities, when … Continue reading A Papal Appointment for Fr. Giordano Piccinotti SDB

St. John Bosco at Bright Minds Student Summit

From St. John Bosco H.S. St. John Bosco’s Engineering Pathway students have been busy! Last week they had the opportunity to attend the Bright Minds Student Summit at the WESTEC Manufacturing Technology event held at the Long Beach Convention Center.  The bridge project that these young engineers worked on culminated in the pathway’s lessons on statics and trusses. Students were tasked with designing a bridge … Continue reading St. John Bosco at Bright Minds Student Summit

The Day Is Getting Dark Slowly: A Perspective on Aging (Part 1)

By Sheila Kun RN, BA, BSN, MS How many of us seniors would sign up for a training course on the topic of “How to age gracefully?”. I am not sure if there is such a course, however the need to get proper training on what to do with the years creeping up on us is imminent and urgently needed. A hot topic that retirees … Continue reading The Day Is Getting Dark Slowly: A Perspective on Aging (Part 1)