By Dr. Ricardo Quintero, Works of Mercy Coordinator (Boyle Heights, California) – This past weekend the Works of Mercy Outreach team had the honor of bringing to fruition an idea that had been on our hearts for some time: providing clothing to those in need in the very neighborhood where we grew up. My wife, Elva, my comadre Cynthia, and I have been serving as leaders of … Continue reading Serving the Community We Grew Up In
(ANS – Siliguri) — The second day of the Rector Major’s visit to India came alive with youthful enthusiasm at Don Bosco School and Salesian College, Siliguri, as Fr. Fabio Attard, SDB, addressed nearly 3,500 students, calling them to become intelligent, loving, and courageous builders of India’s future. The day began at Don Bosco School, Siliguri, where students welcomed the Rector Major with a vibrant … Continue reading “Once a Bosconian, Always a Bosconian”: Rector Major Inspires School and College Youth in Siliguri
(ANS – Rome) – On the evening of Wednesday, February 5, the Salesian community at the headquarters of the Salesians of Don Bosco in Rome had the joy of welcoming His Beatitude Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa, OFM, Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem. The Patriarch was welcomed and introduced to the community by the Vicar of the Rector Major, Fr. Stefano Martoglio, SDB, who extended a warm greeting … Continue reading Patriarch of Jerusalem Visits the Salesian Headquarters in Rome
By Dr. Ricardo Quintero, Works of Mercy Coordinator (Boyle Heights, California) – The new year began with renewed commitment and compassion as Salesian High School students partnered with the Don Bosco Mission Center to support the local Boyle Heights community. On January 31, 2026, a group of Catholic, service-oriented young men came together to serve one of Los Angeles’s most under-resourced neighborhoods through hands-on outreach … Continue reading Salesian High School Students Partner with Don Bosco Mission Center to Serve Boyle Heights
(ANS – Vatican City) — On February 6, 2026, the anniversary of the Servant of God Luigi Bolla’s entry into heaven, a communiqué was sent to the Postulator General for the Causes of Saints of the Salesian Family, Fr. Pierluigi Cameroni, stating that the Vatican Dicastery for the Causes of Saints, in its ordinary Congress of January 14, 2026, had granted legal validity to the … Continue reading Validity of the Diocesan Inquiry into the Cause of the Servant of God Luigi Bolla
(ANS – Siliguri) — The visit of Fr. Fabio Attard, Rector Major of the Salesians of Don Bosco, took on a deeply spiritual and charism-centered dimension on February 6, 2026, as he met with Salesians, student brothers, members of the Salesian Family, and the wider faith community of North Bengal during the second day of his visit to Siliguri. In the late morning, the Rector … Continue reading “Do Whatever He Tells You”: Rector Major Strengthens the Salesian Family and Faith Community in Siliguri
By Gina Robles, Province Youth Ministry Associate (Louisville, Kentucky) – Day 2 of the NFCYM EXCHANGE began with General Session II, centered on the theme “Accompanying Each Other.” The session invited participants to reflect on how we walk with one another in ministry, especially in a time when young people are searching for connection, guidance, and authentic relationships. The day continued with a variety of … Continue reading NFCYM Exchange – Day Two Recap
By Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB A constant theme runs through all the readings of the 5th Sunday in Ordinary Time, and it is, “Whatever you do, do it for the Glory of God.” Seven hundred years before Christ, Isaiah led the way, speaking to his fellow worshipers, “Thus says the LORD:” share food and shelter, your clothing with the hungry, the homeless, the naked. Do … Continue reading For God’s Glory / Por la Gloria de Dios
By Fr. Shijumon Thottupurathu, SDB Reflection In English The Sermon on the Mount calls us to become blessed in the name of the Lord. Recognizing that we live because of God’s grace helps us to be obedient to his commandments. In obedience, we become humble to be blessed in the Lord.Blessings. Reflexión en Español La sal da sabor a la comida; de la misma manera, … Continue reading Digi Evangeli: Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time: Feb. 8, 2026 (English and Spanish)
