Day: March 7, 2025

Salesian World News

Pope’s Message for Lent 2025: “Let Us Journey Together in Hope”

(ANS – Rome) – On Ash Wednesday, we share below the text of the Holy Father Pope Francis’ Message for Lent 2025, centered on the theme: “Let us journey together in Hope.” Dear brothers and sisters, We begin our annual pilgrimage of Lent in faith and hope with the penitential rite of the imposition of ashes. The Church, our mother and teacher, invites us to … Continue reading Pope’s Message for Lent 2025: “Let Us Journey Together in Hope”

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Salesian World News

Rosary for the Pope Led by Card. Fernández Artime, SDB: Pope Francis Speaks, “Thank You for Your Prayers, I Accompany You from Here”

(ANS – Vatican City) – After 21 days of concern, closed windows, and continuous evening prayers, the voice of Pope Francis was heard once again in St. Peter’s Square in Rome. On the evening of Thursday, March 6, 2025, just before the eleventh recitation of the Rosary, a short, 30-second voice message in Spanish, recorded by Pope Francis from Gemelli Hospital, was played over the … Continue reading Rosary for the Pope Led by Card. Fernández Artime, SDB: Pope Francis Speaks, “Thank You for Your Prayers, I Accompany You from Here”

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Province News, Province Schools

Annual Class Retreats: Brotherhood in Action

By Brad Stolz, Assistant Youth Minister, Don Bosco Technical Institute Junior Retreat (Rosemead, California) – On Monday, February 10, 2025, the sounds of yelling, laughing, and very excited teenage boys could be heard on the mini mall and football field at Don Bosco Technical Institute. The sounds definitely were not the usual classroom-type noises! The sounds came from the Junior Class on their annual retreat … Continue reading Annual Class Retreats: Brotherhood in Action

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Province News, Youth Ministry

A Lenten Prayer for Salesian Youth Leaders

(Bellflower, California) – As we enter the season of Lent, we are all invited to reflect on the significance of the number 40, which marks a period of renewal and transformation. In Scripture, the number 40 carries profound spiritual meaning, often representing a time of testing, preparation, and purification. Jesus spent 40 days in the desert, fasting and praying, as he prepared for his public ministry … Continue reading A Lenten Prayer for Salesian Youth Leaders

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General Chapter 29, Salesian World News

GC29: Initial Reports on the State of the Congregation Presented

(ANS – Turin) – “Knowledge for decision-making”—this has been the guiding principle of the first days of the 29th General Chapter (GC29), currently underway in Turin-Valdocco. As Fr. Stefano Martoglio, the Chapter’s President, explained, in order to engage meaningfully with the decisions that must be made, each participant needs a broad and detailed understanding of the Congregation as a whole. This process began with an in-depth … Continue reading GC29: Initial Reports on the State of the Congregation Presented

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General Chapter 29, Salesian World News

Chapter Members Working on the Three Core Themes of GC29

(ANS – Turin) – A full immersion in the synodal method is underway for the 225 Chapter members gathered in Turin, including Provincials and delegates from around the world, tasked with shaping the future of the Salesian Congregation for the next six years. At first glance, the structured schedule for the work of the Commissions might seem to limit the free expression of the GC29 participants. … Continue reading Chapter Members Working on the Three Core Themes of GC29

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General Chapter 29, Salesian World News

GC29: A “Leap” from Salesian Life to the Governance and Animation of the Congregation

(ANS – Turin) – The participants of GC29 have chosen to begin each assembly meeting with a meditation. This was also the case on Thursday, March 6, when Fr. Eunan McDonnell was once again invited to lead the reflection. The meditation was anchored in the Word of God, specifically Romans 12:2: “Let yourselves be transformed by God with a complete renewal of your mind.” The … Continue reading GC29: A “Leap” from Salesian Life to the Governance and Animation of the Congregation

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Province News, Province Schools

Happy International Women’s Day 2025

By Bro. Al Vu, SDB (Rosemead, California) – As we celebrate International Women’s Day this weekend, we want to take a moment to honor the incredible women who serve in our Salesian schools—whether as administrators, teachers, staff, or coaches. Your dedication, wisdom, and hard work in carrying out Don Bosco’s mission inspire not just the students in our schools but all of us who have … Continue reading Happy International Women’s Day 2025

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Fr. Ed Liptak, Gospel Reflection, Province News

God Near Us / Dios Cerca De Nosotros

By Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB God was about to lay the foundation of true faith in Him, and God chose Abraham, a descendant of Shem, Noah’s son, to lead a chosen people into a new relationship with Him. In the opening reading of the first Sunday of Lent, Moses traced God’s continuing gift to His people throughout their varied history. Their offering of the first … Continue reading God Near Us / Dios Cerca De Nosotros

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Fr. Shijumon Thottupurathu, Gospel Reflection, Province News

Digi Evangeli: March 9, 2025 – English and Spanish

By Fr. Shijumon Thottupurathu, SDB – Reflection In English – The first Sunday of Lent invites us to meditate upon our own salvation. We need to prepare ourselves to defend our faith against the temptations of the world. Jesus becomes the example through the Gospel of today. Let’s meditate together.Blessings. Reflection In Spanish El primer domingo de Cuaresma nos invita a meditar sobre nuestra propia … Continue reading Digi Evangeli: March 9, 2025 – English and Spanish

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General Chapter 29, Province News, Salesian World News

CG29: Lent as a Model for Chapter Work

ANS – Turin) – At the heart of the “conversation in the Spirit” taking place at CG29 in Turin-Valdocco, the moment of personal meditation became even more profound on Ash Wednesday. While the work within the Commissions has now settled into a steady rhythm—constantly refining and reshaping group dynamics to maximize dialogue among participants—the 225 Chapter members gathered at midday in the Basilica of Mary Help … Continue reading CG29: Lent as a Model for Chapter Work

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