By Cardinal Angel Fernandez Artime, SDB Dear friends of Don Bosco and his charism, At the close of this year, 2023, it seemed interesting to me to use the basket that Mamma Margaret always carries on her arm as a symbol. Even in the new strenna poster, her hallmark is the basket hanging from her arm. We are all used to seeing Mamma Margaret like this. Without the … Continue reading Mamma Margaret’s Basket
By Bro. Damien Quang Ho, SDB Photo: Mr. Patrick M. Gee Dates and events serve as anchors in our collective and individual experiences as they are not only markers of chronological progression but symbols of deeper meanings and connections. This is especially true for us as Salesians as we celebrated the anniversary of our brothers at Saints Peter and Paul’s Church this past month in … Continue reading Province Day & Jubilee Anniversary
Juan Carlos Montenegro, Delegate for Mission Animation and Executive Director of the Salesian Family Youth Center, shedded light on the transformative power of volunteerism in a recent TedxOneonta Talk entitled: Unleashing Human Potential through Volunteerism: A Dyslexic’s Journey to Self-Discovery. Drawing on his teaching experience as a young person in the heart of the Amazon jungle, he explores how volunteerism unlocks capabilities, reshapes lives, and fosters vibrant … Continue reading Unleashing Human Potential through Volunteerism
By Judy Alvarez On the weekend of, December 9-10, St. Dominic Savio Church hosted an appeal for Proyecto Salesiano Tijuana. Fr. Juan Carlos Solis, SDB, the project director, and Claudia Portela, the general administrator, were present to speak at all of the Sunday Masses. During the homily, Fr. Solis described the work of the Proyecto in this way: “The Salesian work in Tijuana currently has … Continue reading Cooperators Animating Solidarity for “Proyecto Salesiano Tijuana”
By Miriam Hernandez Something touching happened recently at the Salesian Family Youth Center. Last week I received a call from our pastor, Fr. Jim Nieblas, SDB. One of the students, who attends confirmation classes, had been away for about three weeks. Fr. Jimmy wanted to know where this student lived so perhaps we could offer him to carpool to class. When I looked into it, … Continue reading Gift Cards Help Bring Comfort to Families at Salesian Family Youth Center
By Luis Chacon The dedication to inclusive leadership and gender equity within the Salesian family was palpable in the “Women in Leadership Series” organized by the Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce. This event not only showcased the challenges, triumphs, and reflections of contemporary women leaders but also brought forth a remarkable connection to the Salesian legacy. Gender Equity in Business: Maria Salinas, CEO of … Continue reading Women’s Leadership: Insights from the Salesian Perspective
By Armando Gonzalez On Sunday, December 16th, Salesian Family groups at St. Dominic Savio Church hosted a Posada for the parish community. It was a tremendous success! The event featured an insightful talk by Sister Cynthia Salas, FMA, on the significance of a Posada, uplifting singing, and a rosary led by Luis Chacon and ADMA Y, and ten pinatas for all the children. The Salesian … Continue reading Salesian Family Celebrations at St. Dominic Savio Parish
(ANS – Rome) – Sunday, December 17, 2023, the Third Sunday of Advent, was a day of celebration for the Minor Basilica of Mary Help of Christians in Rome, due to the taking possession of the deaconry assigned to Cardinal Ángel Fernández Artime, Rector Major of the Salesians of Don Bosco. In a modest and dignified celebration that was both genuine and full of enthusiasm, the … Continue reading Card. Fernández Artime Takes Possession of the Deaconry of Mary Help of Christians
(ANS – Rome) – 164 years ago, on December 18, 1859, with 17 members, Don Bosco founded the Salesian Congregation with the name of the “Pious Society of Saint Francis de Sales”. Since 1859, the Salesian Society has spread all across the five continents. This year the Salesians have opened a new presence in Niger and Botswana. Thus, to remember that the spirit and missionary commitment … Continue reading Rector Major’s Missionary Appeal for 2024
(ANS – Rome) – The Salesians of Don Bosco celebrate 164 years of existence this Monday, December 18th. The Salesian Congregation came into existence on December 18, 1859 in Turin, with seventeen young people in addition to the founder, John Bosco, and with the name of the “Pious Society of Saint Francis de Sales”. Since then it has continued to grow and spread throughout the five … Continue reading The Salesian Congregation turns 164 this Week
By Fr. Alfred Maravilla, SDB Mission Councilor (ANS – Rome) – In this Advent season, the missionary reflection for the 11th of the month by the General Councillor for the Missions, Fr. Alfred Maravilla, addresses a complex, but fundamental topic:”salvation”. The Creed we recite every Sunday resounds in a special way as we approach Christmas: “For us and for our salvation He … was incarnate … Continue reading Incarnated for Our Salvation!
From Salesian Missions (ANS – New Rochelle) – Salesian Missions, the U.S. development arm of the Salesians of Don Bosco, joins humanitarian organizations and the international community in honoring International Migrants Day. Each year, International Migrants Day is held on Dec. 18 to recognize the efforts, contributions, and rights of migrants worldwide. About 184 million people — 2.3% of the world’s population — live outside of … Continue reading Int’l Migrants Day: Salesian Missions Highlights Programs that Support Young Migrants
From St. John Bosco High School St. John Bosco High School is thrilled to announce an exciting partnership with USA Boxing Southern California Association (LBC 33), the largest boxing committee in the United States. The partnership will provide the school’s Film and Media Arts Pathway students the opportunity to expand their resumes by filming multiple fights for the school’s streaming platform, Bosco+. LBC 33 serves … Continue reading St. John Bosco and USA Boxing Partnering to Stream Amateur Boxing Competitions
By Luis Chacon In a heartwarming celebration on December 15th, the Salesian Family Youth Center’s “We Care” After-School Program came alive with the spirit of Christmas. We extend our deepest thanks to the dedicated staff, whose hard work made the event truly special. Gratitude also goes to the SHOUT Program’s Leadership Group from Roosevelt High School, who played with and cared for the children throughout … Continue reading Christmas Joy at Salesian Family Youth Center’s ‘We Care’ After-School Program
By Jc Montenegro, Ph.D In the heart of the Dominican Republic, “Plaza Educativa Don Bosco,” housing four distinct educational institutions, recently hosted a transformative retreat centered around unveiling the Rector Major’s strenna, “The Dream that Makes Us Dream.” Our Province Mission Animation Delegate helped facilitate this retreat. More than 700 young minds and 300 educators were given a unique opportunity to reflect on the Dream … Continue reading Inspiring Educational Retreat at Plaza Educativa Don Bosco in the Dominican Republic
By Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB La Navidad está a pocos días de distancia, y las lecturas del cuarto domingo de Adviento son claras sobre quién es este Niño que está por nacer. La Antífona de Entrada habla de Él como Dios, el Justo, el Salvador, el Mesías. La lectura del Antiguo Testamento establece para nosotros que Jesús es verdaderamente de la descendencia de David, que … Continue reading Quién es Jesús
By Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB Christmas is days away, and the readings of the fourth Sunday of Advent are clear about who this Child to be born is. The Entrance Antiphon speaks of Him as God, Just One, Savior, the Messiah. The Old Testament reading establishes for us that Jesus is truly of David’s line, that God is His Father, that Jesus is His Son, … Continue reading Who is Jesus
By Fr. Hector Franco, SDB (Boyle Heights – Los Angeles) – On Saturday, December 2nd and Saturday, December 9nd, the parish communities of St. Mary and Santa Isabel in Los Angeles, held their end-of-year spiritual retreats, as part of the pastoral plan of the two churches. Retreat at St. Mary’s ChurchOn December 2, the retreat at Saint Mary’s Church was held in the parish hall from … Continue reading Spiritual Retreats at Salesian Parish Communities of St. Mary-Santa Isabel
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