By Bro. Al Vu, SDB (Los Angeles, California) – As we enter the final week of Advent, we find ourselves on the cusp of celebrating the birth of Jesus, the most profound and transformative event in human history. In this season of preparation and anticipation, we are called not only to await the coming of Christ but also to reflect on how we, as Salesian … Continue reading Embracing the Spirit of Advent with the Poor
(Bellflower, California) – Exciting News! The Salesian Youth Ministry Office is thrilled to introduce the Spirit Team for the Salesian Youth Leadership Conference 2025! This dedicated group of leaders will energize, uplift, and guide all SYLC 2025 participants as they embark on a journey of faith, friendship, and service. Join us in praying for their mission—that they may embody the true Salesian spirit and lead with the joy, … Continue reading Announcement from the Salesian Youth Ministry Office
(ANS – Rome) – At the beginning of 2024, the Salesian Congregation’s Social Communication Sector established an International Commission on Artificial Intelligence (ISCAI) with the aim of collaborating in educational reflection and Salesian guidance for the use of Artificial Intelligence, in particular in the area of education and communication. This Commission is made up of Artificial Intelligence experts linked to the fields of computer science, robotics, … Continue reading A Salesian Look at Artificial Intelligence
The 2025 Jubilee will officially open on December 24, 2024, at 7 p.m., with the rite of the Opening of the Holy Door at St Peter’s Papal Basilica by the Holy Father, who will then preside over the celebration of Holy Mass on Christmas Eve inside the Basilica. The Papal Bull Tradition dictates that each Jubilee is proclaimed by the publication of a Papal Bull of Indiction. ‘Bull’ refers to … Continue reading Towards the Jubilee 2025
(ANS – Rome) – Looking ahead to 2025, the Jubilee Holy Year and the 150th anniversary of the First Salesian Missionary Expedition, Fr Stefano Martoglio, Vicar of the Rector Major, currently in charge of the Congregation worldwide ( Art. 143 of the Constitutions), addresses a missionary appeal to all Salesians on the anniversary of the foundation of the Salesian Congregation, today, December 18. “I am addressing … Continue reading 2025 Missionary Appeal
By Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB – Often, the 4th Sunday of Advent occurs just a day or two before the Birthday of Jesus, and the readings this Sunday speak of the nearness of His coming. When the Wise Men inquired of Herod where the King of the Jews was born, Herod could not answer. Appointed king by the Romans, he was ignorant of Jewish tradition. His … Continue reading The Origin of Jesus
Por P. Ed Liptak, SDB – A menudo, el 4º Domingo de Adviento ocurre justo uno o dos días antes del cumpleaños de Jesús, y las lecturas de este domingo hablan de la proximidad de Su venida. Cuando los magos preguntaron a Herodes dónde había nacido el rey de los judíos, Herodes no pudo responder. Nombrado rey por los romanos, ignoraba la tradición judía. Sus … Continue reading El Origen de Jesús
By Fr. Shijumon Thottupurathu, SDB – Reflection In English Last Sunday of Advent. Our faithfulness to the plan of God for us, helps us to remain united with the Lord like Mary. She accepted and fulfilled the plan of God. She received praise from her cousin Elizabeth when she remained committed to her vocation.Our fidelity to God’s call will help us give the Lord to … Continue reading Digi Evangeli: Fourth Advent Sunday, December 22, 2024 – English and Spanish
