THE MESSAGE OF THE VICAR – Fr. Stefano Martoglio, SDB “You will finish the work I am beginning; I am making the sketch, you will add the colors.” (Don Bosco) Dear friends and readers, members of the Salesian Family, for this month’s greeting in the Salesian Bulletin I will focus on a very important event that the Salesian Congregation is holding presently: General Chapter XXIX. This assembly, … Continue reading We Are Don Bosco Today
(ANS – Turin) – The 29th General Chapter (GC29) of the Salesians of Don Bosco, currently taking place in Turin-Valdocco, represents a crucial moment of discernment, collaboration, and commitment for Salesians worldwide. Over the past week, participants have analyzed the current state of the Congregation, reflected on challenges, and proposed concrete actions to shape the future of the Salesian mission, guided by the Holy Spirit. Reports, … Continue reading An Overview of the Second Week of the 29th General Chapter
(ANS – Turin) – Friday, February 28, 2025, marked the second consecutive day of the 29th General Chapter (GC29), during which the Chapter members played a decisive role in determining the themes to be addressed in the assembly. As repeatedly emphasized by the president, Fr. Stefano Martoglio, the questions and considerations raised represent a valuable contribution to analyzing the current situation and defining the guidelines that … Continue reading GC 29 – Listening, Discussion, and Proposals for the Salesian Journey
(ANS – Turin) – On Friday morning, February 28, the 29th General Chapter (GC29) took a significant step forward in its “structuring” process. After a keynote speech by Fr. Pascual Chávez, Rector Major Emeritus, who offered an “intentional” rather than chronological reflection on the first two weeks of the worldwide Salesian assembly, a structured working method was introduced to enhance the effectiveness of the six Commissions. … Continue reading GC29: Walking Together with Unity and a Synodal Method
(ANS – Kyiv) – Monday, February 24, 2025, marked three years since the start of the war in Ukraine, a conflict that has left more than 6.5 million people as refugees, over 3.5 million displaced, and more than 14.6 million in need of humanitarian aid. Throughout these difficult years, the Salesians have remained committed to supporting Ukrainian children and young people. “It is very important for … Continue reading Three Years of War and More Uncertainty Than Ever
Bishop Mora Salesian High School, Los Angeles, California – Don Bosco Technical Institute, Rosemead, California – St. John Bosco High School, Bellflower, California Continue reading Province Photo News
Rosemead, California – The St. Joseph’s Salesian Youth Retreat Center community will gather on Saturday, March 8, 2025, to remember Fr. Paul Chuong, SDB, on the second anniversary of his passing to eternal life. All are welcome to participate in the Memorial Ceremony: 6:00 PM – In Memory of Fr. Paul 6:30 PM – Memorial Mass Reception – After Mass in the Salesian Residence Continue reading In Loving Memory of Fr. Paul Chuong, SDB
