A Reflection by Bro. Leo Adrian Imbert, SDB (Jerusalem, Israel) – Three years ago, after only living a month in Jerusalem, the war started. Since then, it has been a constant ebbing and flowing from moments of tenuous peace to soaring missiles and bomb shelters. This violent reality, often framed as Jews versus Muslims, is a strange backdrop for all of us, totally immersed in … Continue reading The Passover Seder: A Night to Remember
Photo ©: Vatican Media (ANS – Saurimo) – On Monday, April 20, 2026, during the eighth day of his apostolic journey in Africa, Pope Leo XIV spent a significant part of his visit in Saurimo, the capital of Angola’s Lunda Sul province. Though brief, the visit was meaningful, bringing attention and dignity to a region rich in diamonds yet marked by extreme poverty. Warm Welcome … Continue reading Pope Leo XIV’s Appeal for a Nation of Justice and Peace: “Angola, Remain Faithful to Your Christian Roots!”
Photo ©: Vatican Media (ANS – Luanda) – “I come to Africa primarily as a shepherd, as head of the Catholic Church, to be with, to celebrate with, to encourage, and to accompany all African Catholics.” With these clear words, Pope Leo XIV reiterated the purpose of his extended journey to Africa during the flight on Saturday, April 18, 2026, from Cameroon to Angola. Following … Continue reading Pope Leo Urges the Nation: Follow Mary “to Be, Like Her, Workers for Justice and Peacemakers”
(ANS – Rome) – The first Formation Meeting for Vice Provincials of the Salesian Congregation is currently taking place from April 19–25, 2026, at the Salesian Headquarters in Rome. This event represents a strategic initiative aimed at strengthening the service of animation and governance in the various Provinces around the world. The meeting brings together 16 Salesians from all eight Salesian Regions, fostering an atmosphere … Continue reading First Formation Meeting for Vice Provincials Begins
(ANS – Rome) – From April 7–22, 2026, the Pontifical Salesian University is hosting the second edition of a course titled “Accompanying When Trauma Hits.” The program is promoted by the Salesian University in collaboration with the DON BOSCO NEL MONDO Foundation and the Don Bosco Network, bringing together participants from various countries who serve in particularly complex and fragile contexts. The 25 participants come … Continue reading “Accompanying When Trauma Hits”: An International Group Working in the Most Vulnerable Communities
(ANS – Bologna) – On April 23–24, 2026, in Bologna at the Salesian Beata Vergine di San Luca Institute, a two-day intensive course will be held for around 50 tutors and digital facilitators from Salesian schools and vocational training centers. The event is entirely dedicated to innovation, collaboration, and digital growth, and is organized as part of the “GO Beyond Traditional Education” project. The event … Continue reading Artificial Intelligence Is Transforming Teaching: Bootcamp for the “GO Beyond Traditional Education” Project in Bologna, April 23–24, 2026
(ANS – Turin) – The 2026 edition of the course for new Delegates for the Salesian Family is taking place these days, from April 19–26, 2026, across Rome, Turin, and the Salesian sites of Piedmont. Coordinated by Fr. Joan Lluís Playà, Central Delegate of the Rector Major for the Secretariat for the Salesian Family, and Br. Domenico Duc Nam, SDB, World Delegate for Past Pupils … Continue reading Course for New Delegates for the Salesian Family, 2026 Edition
