Br. Michael and Br. Thomas Renew Temporary Salesian Vows

(Richmond, California) – The Salesian Family has announced the renewal of temporary vows by Br. Michael and Br. Thomas, continuing their formation as Salesians of Don Bosco and their journey toward lifelong religious commitment. Br. Michael is currently completing his practical training at St. Dominic Savio School in Bellflower, California, where he is engaged in hands-on educational ministry with young people. Br. Thomas is serving … Continue reading Br. Michael and Br. Thomas Renew Temporary Salesian Vows

Br. Leo Imbert, SDB, Ordained to the Transitional Diaconate in Jerusalem

(Richmond, California) – The Salesian Family rejoices in the ordination of Br. Leo Imbert, SDB, who has been ordained to the Transitional Diaconate in Jerusalem at the Church of Nations located at the Garden of Gethsemane, marking an important step in his journey toward priestly ministry. According to a post shared on social media by the Salesian Vocation page, the ordination is being received with … Continue reading Br. Leo Imbert, SDB, Ordained to the Transitional Diaconate in Jerusalem

Sister Smerilli Appointed New Prefect of the Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development

(ANS – Vatican) – Pope Leo XIV has appointed a woman to a senior leadership role in the Roman Curia. Sister Alessandra Smerilli, a Salesian religious sister who previously served as secretary of the same dicastery, has been named Prefect of the Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development, succeeding Cardinal Michael Czerny. The Pope had previously expressed, in his only interview during his first year … Continue reading Sister Smerilli Appointed New Prefect of the Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development

New Phase for the Salesian Representation at the United Nations in New York

(ANS – Rome/New York) – Continuing the Salesian Congregation’s commitment to advocating for young people—especially those who are poor and most vulnerable—Angelica “Vivi” Iglesias has become the first layperson to be appointed Main Representative of the Salesians of Don Bosco at the United Nations in New York. She succeeds Fr. Mathew Thomas Panamkattu, Fr. Thomas Pallithanam, and Fr. Thomas Brennan, whose service helped strengthen the … Continue reading New Phase for the Salesian Representation at the United Nations in New York

Eurochild Conference 2026: Children and Young People at the Heart of Child Protection Systems in Europe

(ANS – Paphos) – On June 16–17, 2026, Don Bosco International (DBI) participated in the Eurochild Conference 2026 in Paphos, bringing together child rights organizations, children and young people, practitioners, and policymakers. Participants included representatives from the Government of Cyprus, the European Commission, the European Union Agency for Fundamental Rights (FRA), and the Council of Europe. Organized by Eurochild and hosted by the Cyprus Presidency … Continue reading Eurochild Conference 2026: Children and Young People at the Heart of Child Protection Systems in Europe

Towards Don Bosco’s Educational Mission in Vanuatu

(ANS – Port Vila) – On June 29, 2026, the pioneering Salesian community in Vanuatu began a series of community meetings to discern the future direction of the Salesian presence in the country. This initiative is part of an initial planning process designed to better understand the realities and aspirations of young people in Vanuatu and identify the most effective educational responses to their needs. … Continue reading Towards Don Bosco’s Educational Mission in Vanuatu

Sisters of the Resurrection: The Preventive System as a Light and Guide Through Dialogue, Accompaniment, Understanding, Respect, and Hope

(ANS – San Pedro Carchá) – As part of the Salesian Family World Advisory Council currently taking place at Valdocco in Turin, the Sisters of the Resurrection (Hermanas de la Resurrección – HR), the 22nd group of the Salesian Family, shared their testimony on the Preventive System. What is the level of knowledge of the Preventive System within your group? Overall, the level of knowledge … Continue reading Sisters of the Resurrection: The Preventive System as a Light and Guide Through Dialogue, Accompaniment, Understanding, Respect, and Hope