Day: April 18, 2024

Youth Ministry

The Youth Ministry Sector publishes “EDUCATIONAL PATHWAYS” for a Youth Ministry that educates to love

(ANS – Rome) – A series of pathways are presented to gain a deeper appreciation of the educational criteria proposed in the text “A youth ministry that educates to love” and strengthen some social and personal skills. The authors are General Councillor Fr Miguel Ángel García Morcuende, Antonella Sinagoga, psychotherapist and Monica Ronchi, psychologist. By educational pathway we mean a path of pedagogical activity, a structured … Continue reading The Youth Ministry Sector publishes “EDUCATIONAL PATHWAYS” for a Youth Ministry that educates to love

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Salesian Family

Visiting the Homes of St. Dominic Savio

By Sheila Kun, Salesian Cooperator “When you are a Salesian Cooperator, you have friends all over the world.” I received this quote from my fellow Italian Cooperator, Enrico Sacchi of Torino. My first visit of Colle Don Bosco was 17 years ago; I was escorted by the Cooperators to see Valdocco and Colle Don Bosco. Enrico and his wife welcomed me to their home with a homemade … Continue reading Visiting the Homes of St. Dominic Savio

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Youth Ministry

The Salesian Youth Leadership Conference(SYLC) Spirit Team Prepares to Serve

From April 12th to April 14th, the second training the SYLC Spirit Team took place at St. Joseph’s Retreat Center in Rosemead, CA. On Friday, the team from both Northern and Southern California arrived and gathered for dinner, introductions, and some community builders. The first session focused on reflecting on the call to be on the Spirit Team and working within the SYLC committees to get ready for the conference in June. The … Continue reading The Salesian Youth Leadership Conference(SYLC) Spirit Team Prepares to Serve

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Province News

A Weekend of Soccer, Spirituality, and Service

By Luis Chacon Intramural Soccer Tournament On Saturday, April 6, the fields of Salesian High School Bishop Mora became an arena of camaraderie, competition, and celebration. With nearly 50 young participants, primarily parishioners from Santa Isabel and St. Mary’s, the tournament underscored the Salesian Family’s commitment to fostering community through sport. Special thanks are owed to Enrique Diaz, a Salesian Cooperator, who served as a … Continue reading A Weekend of Soccer, Spirituality, and Service

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Gospel Reflection

Alleluia, Sing to Jesus!

By Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB In St. John’s Gospel, as Jesus turned toward Jerusalem, aware that his ‘hour’ had come, Our Savior also turned toward His Father and prayed, “Father, glorify Your name. Then a voice came from heaven. I have glorified it, and I will glorify it again” (Jn 12:29). Later, at the Last Supper, Jesus was about to offer His “Priestly Prayer,” and He sought … Continue reading Alleluia, Sing to Jesus!

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Province News

¡Aleluya, canta a Jesús!

Por P. Ed Liptak, SDB En el Evangelio de San Juan, cuando Jesús se volvió hacia Jerusalén y consciente de que había llegado su “hora”, Nuestro Salvador se volvió también hacia Su Padre y oró: “Padre, glorifica Tu nombre.” Entonces se oyó una voz del cielo. “Yo lo he glorificado y lo volveré a glorificar» (Jn 12, 2.9). Más tarde, en la Última Cena, Jesús … Continue reading ¡Aleluya, canta a Jesús!

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Health and Wellness

Oral Hygiene – Cleaning and Flossing

Abstracted by Sheila Kun RN, BSN, MS Following our discussion on teeth brushing, this week, we will focus on cleaning and flossing; these are important steps to improve your dental health. The data is from the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Educational website. https://www.nidcr.nih.gov/health-info/oral-hygiene Clean Between Your Teeth Cleaning between teeth to remove plaque is also part of a good oral hygiene routine. If … Continue reading Oral Hygiene – Cleaning and Flossing

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