Bro. Saglia, SDB: A Life Traveling the World – Telling the Story of Salesian Missions

(ANS – Turin) – Guatemala? Yes. Papua New Guinea? Also. Sudan? The same. “It is easier to list the countries where I have not been,” smiles Bro. Antonio Saglia, speaking from his office in Valdocco. A Salesian Brother, professed in 1957 and formerly a teacher of graphic arts, he is now 87 years old and has traveled the world documenting life in Salesian missions inspired … Continue reading Bro. Saglia, SDB: A Life Traveling the World – Telling the Story of Salesian Missions

Salesian Commitment in the New Phase of Emergency: Open Doors and International Support for the Most Vulnerable

(ANS) – The military operation launched on February 28, 2026 by the United States and Israel in Iran quickly spread to other countries in the region, including Lebanon, Syria, and the Holy Land. Thousands of families are fleeing the bombings, leaving everything behind. The Salesians active in these countries have once again opened their doors to welcome the suffering population, while Salesian organizations worldwide are … Continue reading Salesian Commitment in the New Phase of Emergency: Open Doors and International Support for the Most Vulnerable

Don Bosco’s Spirit in the Digital Age: Fr. Ricardo Campoli’s Visit to the Province of Chennai (INM), India

(ANS – Chennai) – Fr. Ricardo Campoli, representing the Social Communication Sector in Rome, visited the Salesian Province of Chennai on March 2–3, 2026. The visit was a spirited encounter with the “digital pulpit,” where the timeless Salesian charism intersects with modern technology to build a “better home for everyone.” The visit began at the Salesian Institute of Graphic Arts (SIGA), a renowned institution that … Continue reading Don Bosco’s Spirit in the Digital Age: Fr. Ricardo Campoli’s Visit to the Province of Chennai (INM), India

DBTC Cebu Inaugurates Bugsay Leadership Center

(ANS – Cebu City) – Don Bosco Technical College (DBTC) – Cebu inaugurated, blessed, and formally received the Bugsay Leadership Center on March 4, 2026. The facility includes a 300-seat auditorium and a library that will serve as spaces for learning, leadership formation, and community activities. The ceremony was attended by representatives of the Ramon Aboitiz Foundation Inc. (RAFI), led by Ms. Amaya Cristina Aboitiz-Fansler, … Continue reading DBTC Cebu Inaugurates Bugsay Leadership Center

AI at an Engineering University: “Its Use Must Be Regulated and Critical Thinking Encouraged”

(ANS – Barcelona) – The emergence of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) in university classrooms is transforming the way people learn and teach. Faced with this new scenario, the Salesian University School of Sarrià (EUSS), an engineering university in Barcelona, has chosen to focus on training students to develop strong critical thinking skills and responsible use of these technologies. This approach is the result of a … Continue reading AI at an Engineering University: “Its Use Must Be Regulated and Critical Thinking Encouraged”

Over 90 Squares Across Italy for “La Violetta di Don Bosco – 2026”

(ANS – Rome) – On the weekend of March 14–15, 2026, “La Violetta di Don Bosco” (Don Bosco’s Violet) will return across Italy. This national initiative, promoted by the Salesians for Social network, is now in its fourth edition and is organized in collaboration with the Association of Salesian Cooperators from the Region of Italy, the Middle East, and Malta. More than 90 squares, oratories, … Continue reading Over 90 Squares Across Italy for “La Violetta di Don Bosco – 2026”

Salesian Missionary Uses Social Media to Evangelize the Xavante People

(ANS – Sangradouro) – Fr. Joseph Tran Van Lich, a Salesian missionary originally from Vietnam, has begun a new phase of his pastoral work among the Xavante Indigenous people in Mato Grosso, Brazil. Present in the region since 2021, the priest now uses digital tools to offer prayers and biblical teachings in the villages, adapting to the growing spread of technology among Indigenous populations. As … Continue reading Salesian Missionary Uses Social Media to Evangelize the Xavante People

First Global Online Meeting Strengthens Specific Formation of Salesian Brothers

(ANS – Rome) – The first global online meeting dedicated to the specific formation of Salesian Brothers brought together the RMG Formation Team, directors, formators, Brothers in formation, and past pupils from the three international formation centers in Mexico, Cameroon, and the Philippines. With simultaneous translation facilitating active participation across languages, the gathering fostered a spirit of fraternity, shared reflection, and collaborative learning centered on … Continue reading First Global Online Meeting Strengthens Specific Formation of Salesian Brothers

Massa and Meriba / Massa y Meribá

By Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB Many times, we hear those words as a description of the testing place where water gushed from the side of Mount Horeb. The going was tough; the place dry and the people feared they and their stocks would die of thirst. Moses reminded them that they were led there by God, that they ought to trust Him, but instead were … Continue reading Massa and Meriba / Massa y Meribá

Digi Evangeli: Third Sunday Of Lent: March 8, 2026 (English and Spanish)

By Fr. Shijumon Thottupurathu, SDB Reflection In English The courage and boldness of the Samaritan woman were appreciated. She was well-versed in History and Sacred Scripture. Are we progressing in our knowledge about our tradition and sacred scripture? Blessings. Reflexión en Español La valentía y la audacia de la mujer samaritana fueron apreciadas. Era una gran conocedora de la historia y las Sagradas Escrituras. ¿Estamos … Continue reading Digi Evangeli: Third Sunday Of Lent: March 8, 2026 (English and Spanish)