Los Angeles Religious Education Congress: Engaging Others in the Dream of Don Bosco

by Judy Alvarez Anaheim, California – The Archdiocese of Los Angeles has gathered Church and catechetical leaders for the annual Religious Education Congress for over fifty years. This three-day gathering is an expo of faith formation, catechetical training, special events, prayer, and the exhibition of numerous organizations and vendors for the renewal of those who serve the catechetical mission of the Church. Participants hail from … Continue reading Los Angeles Religious Education Congress: Engaging Others in the Dream of Don Bosco

Igniting Faith: Called to Cultivate a Personal Encounter with Christ

By Luis Chacon Anaheim, California – On Friday, February 16th, Dr. JC Montenegro, Province Delegate for Missionary Animation, delivered an enlightening workshop at the Los Angeles Religious Education Congress. His presentation addressed the fundamental aspects of the evangelization process and highlighted an urgent concern: the need to cultivate a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. For years, Montenegro has been a committed leader in youth ministry … Continue reading Igniting Faith: Called to Cultivate a Personal Encounter with Christ

Don Bosco Fambul Expands Child-Welfare Work with Grant Secured by Salesian Missions

(ANS – Freetown) – Don Bosco Fambul in Freetown, one of Sierra Leone’s leading child welfare organizations, has added staffing support thanks to a grant from the Flora Family Foundation secured by Salesian Missions, the U.S. development arm of the Salesians of Don Bosco. The Flora Family Foundation was established in 1998 by the family of William R. Hewlett (co-founder of the Hewlett-Packard Company) and his … Continue reading Don Bosco Fambul Expands Child-Welfare Work with Grant Secured by Salesian Missions

More Violence in the East of the Democratic Republic of Congo – Salesians at the Service of the Needy

(ANS – Goma) – In the territory of Masisi, a few dozen kilometres from Goma, in the east of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, clashes between the regular army and the rebels have intensified in recent days, with a consequent new and massive resumption of exoduses by huge masses of the population for fear of violence. The humanitarian situation is serious and risks worsening further … Continue reading More Violence in the East of the Democratic Republic of Congo – Salesians at the Service of the Needy

The Team Visit to the Africa-Madagascar Region

Kigali, Rwanda – February 2024 – The Team Visit to the Africa-Madagascar Region has begun, following the pilgrimage on 19 February, carried out as a moment of spiritual preparation by the Superiors of the 15 Salesian circumscriptions in the Africa-Madagascar Region, accompanied by their Provincial Councillors and led by the Regional Councillor, Fr Alphonse Owoudou. From 20 to 23 February, the entire General Council of … Continue reading The Team Visit to the Africa-Madagascar Region