by Bro. Quang Nguyen, SDB Jerusalem is described as the center of the earth, as Ezekiel 5:5 states, “Thus says the Lord God: This is Jerusalem! I placed it in the midst of the nations, surrounded by foreign lands.” It is the holy city that attracts pilgrims from all nations every year. I am blessed to live here as a long-term pilgrim in the Holy … Continue reading Jerusalem as a Journey
by Fr Vien Nguyen Aptos, CA – In the midst of the bustling demands of daily life, the Salesians in Northern California recognized the need for a pause, a moment to reflect, and a space for spiritual renewal. About twenty Salesians gathered at Camp Saint Francis in Aptos for a Quarterly Day of Recollection, a purposeful day dedicated to introspection, meditation, and rejuvenation. The morning … Continue reading Nurturing the Soul: Salesians in Northern California Gathered for the Quarterly Day of Recollection
(ANS– Rome) – After recalling some of Don Bosco’s famous dreams with a clearly educational and pedagogical value, today begins the mini-cycle of three events dedicated to rediscovering the “missionary” dreams of the holy founder of the Salesian Congregation. Given the development of the Society he founded, the countless works started and carried out with the collaboration of many other men and women religious and lay … Continue reading Don Bosco the Dreamer: the First Missionary Dream
by Luis Chacon Senator Butler’s Open House: Nurturing Youth Leadership and Opportunities Senator Butler’s Open House on January 13th was an enriching experience for our Salesian Family Youth Center. Grateful for the chance to expose our youth to valuable opportunities. The outcomes included building relationships, learning resources, uplifting youth, and networking. Senator Butler’s commitment to positive impact stood out. Encouraged to seek assistance, we gained … Continue reading Senator’s Open House, Salesian Youth Awards, Sacred Heart High’s Impact, and Empowering Teens
(ANS – Turin) – Over recent days, Fr Bruno Ferrero, Editor of the Italian Salesian Bulletin, interviewed the General Councillor for Social Communication, Fr Gildasio Mendes, discussing topics of great importance and topicality. The first part of this interesting and articulate interview, published in the magazine Note di Pastorale Giovanile (NPG), is offered today to ANS readers. Multitasking, the simultaneous use of different media, has increased on average … Continue reading Young People, Youth Ministry and the Digital World: An Interview with Fr Gildasio Mendes, General Councillor for Social Communication
by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB Nuestras Escrituras de este cuarto domingo comienzan con la antigua promesa que Dios le hizo a Moisés de que un profeta como él se levantaría un día entre ellos y que Dios hablaría a través de él. El anhelo por el cumplimiento de esa profecía nunca murió. Volvió a crecer con la predicación de Juan el Bautista y estuvo detrás … Continue reading La Fe Necesita Crecer
By Fr. Ed Lipton, SDB Our Scriptures this fourth Sunday open with the ancient promise of God made to Moses that a prophet like him would rise one day among them and how God would speak through him. Yearning for the fulfillment of that prophecy never died. It grew again with the preaching of John the Baptist and was behind the question of the scribes … Continue reading Faith Needs to Grow
By Sheila Kun RN, BA, BSN, MS It is time to update your health care plan. Hence, I post and review every January the health care plan form for your update. If you wish to have the Word Version, please feel free to contact us: kunlouis@gmail.com Health Care Plan (2024 Update) Name: … Continue reading Health Care Plan Update 2024
