Day: April 1, 2025

Don Bosco, Salesian World News

April 1, 2025: 91st Anniversary of the Canonization of Don Bosco

(ANS – Facebook) – On Easter Sunday of the Holy Year of Redemption (April 1, 1934), Pope Pius XI declared Don Bosco a saint, to the great joy of the entire Catholic world, especially the Salesian Family. “He preferred above all to dedicate himself to boys and young people, particularly those abandoned by their parents, who led idle and wandering lives, exposed to the dangers … Continue reading April 1, 2025: 91st Anniversary of the Canonization of Don Bosco

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Province News, Social Communications

The Salesian Family Witness at the RE Congress

By Judy Alvarez, Salesian Coorperator (Los Angeles, California) – The 2025 Strenna reminds the Salesian Family to be anchored in hope and pilgrims with young people. Our hope is Jesus; our mission is to bring youth to know and love Him. The testimony of so many Salesian saints, both young people and those who accompanied them, confirms the Salesian charism and pedagogy as a grace-filled … Continue reading The Salesian Family Witness at the RE Congress

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Province News, Social Communications

Beyond the Booth: Stories That Last From the RE Congress 2025

By Lisandro Albro, Jr., Salesian Youth Leader (Los Angeles, California) – Every year, thousands of Catholics from around the world gather in Anaheim, California, for the Religious Education Congress (RE Congress). Organized by the Archdiocese of Los Angeles, the RE Congress is one of the largest annual gatherings of its kind in the United States. RE Congress is a space where catechists, educators, ministers, and … Continue reading Beyond the Booth: Stories That Last From the RE Congress 2025

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General Chapter 29, Salesian World News

GC29 Elections: A Journey Undertaken in “Docility” to the Holy Spirit

(ANS – Turin) – “Once decisions are made, we are called to accept them with faith and hope.” These were the words of Fr. Ivo Coelho, former General Councillor for Formation (2014-2025), during his homily at the Eucharistic celebration that opened the March 28 session of the 29th General Chapter in Turin. Throughout this week of prayer and spiritual dialogue, the attitude of those present … Continue reading GC29 Elections: A Journey Undertaken in “Docility” to the Holy Spirit

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General Chapter 29, Salesian World News

GC29: Introducing Newly Elected Regional Councilors

On Saturday, March 29, 2025, the 29th General Chapter of the Salesian Congregation elected the following members to the Regional Council: Browse below for a brief introduction to each member: Fr. Alphonse Owoudou Appointed as the New Regional of Central & Northern Africa Fr. Alphonse Owoudou, from Cameroon, was elected as the first Regional Councillor for the newly created Central & Northern Africa Region. This … Continue reading GC29: Introducing Newly Elected Regional Councilors

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Rector Major, Salesian World News

The Message of the Vicar: With Don Bosco – Always

Don Stefano Martoglio, SDB To celebrate a General Chapter in one place or in some other place is not an indifferent matter. Certainly, being at Valdocco, in the “cradle of the charism”, we have the opportunity to rediscover the beginnings of our history and rediscover the originality that constitutes the heart of our identity as consecrated persons and apostles to the young. In this “ancient” … Continue reading The Message of the Vicar: With Don Bosco – Always

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Salesian Missions, Salesian World News

Cagliero 11 – April 2025

IN THIS ISSUE • Greetings from Fr. Harris Pakkam SDB, member of the Sector for Social Communication, director of InfoANS; • “Contemplative in action: Balancing Prayer and Technology in a Digital World”, by Fr. Philemon Anthony Chacha SDB ; • The interview with Fr. Libor Všetula SDB about Artificial Intelligence; • Forum about the use of Artificial Intelligence; • The monthly prayer intention for the missionary … Continue reading Cagliero 11 – April 2025

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