Day: August 21, 2026

Rector Major, Salesian World News

“Charity Is Patient, Charity Is Kind”: The Rector Major Unveils the Theme of the 2027 Strenna

(ANS – Rome) – The Rector Major, Fr. Fabio Attard, has officially unveiled the theme of the 2027 Strenna, offering the Salesian Family an in-depth reflection on the journey undertaken in recent years and on the prospects that lie ahead. The new theme, “Charity is patient, charity is kind – ‘Dedicated’ to the integral good of young people,” is rooted in St. Paul’s hymn to … Continue reading “Charity Is Patient, Charity Is Kind”: The Rector Major Unveils the Theme of the 2027 Strenna

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Salesian Missions, Salesian World News

Assessment of Salesian Facilities Following the Earthquake That Struck Granada

(ANS – Granada) – On August 18, an earthquake measuring 4.8 on the Richter scale struck the province of Granada in southern Spain, causing material damage and leaving three people with minor injuries. This was the second seismic event to strike the area in a matter of days: on August 15, another earthquake of the same magnitude caused damage, but fortunately no one was injured. … Continue reading Assessment of Salesian Facilities Following the Earthquake That Struck Granada

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Formation, Salesian World News

11th Salesian School of Spiritual Accompaniment

(ANS – Turin) – The 11th Salesian School of Spiritual Accompaniment has begun in Valdocco, bringing together 23 participants from 14 different Provinces (ATE, AFC, ANG, MDG, ILE, ICP, ICC, ISI, CRO, SLK, CAM, COB, BBH, BMA), accompanied by Fr. Silvio Roggia, General Councillor for Formation, and Salesian Brother Raymond Callo, a member of the Formation Sector. Three simultaneous interpreters for Spanish, Portuguese, and French … Continue reading 11th Salesian School of Spiritual Accompaniment

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Salesian World News, Social Communications

Reclaiming Humanity in the Age of Artificial Intelligence: A New Book Officially Presented by Fr. Silvio Roggia

(ANS – Shillong) – The new Salesian publication, entitled Human Core and Machine Code: Reclaiming Humanity in the Age of Artificial Intelligence, was launched on August 11, 2026, during the meeting of the Formation Delegates of South Asia held at the Provincial House in Shillong, India. Edited by Fr. Banzelao Teixeira and Fr. Ian Pinto, the volume was officially presented by Fr. Silvio Roggia, General … Continue reading Reclaiming Humanity in the Age of Artificial Intelligence: A New Book Officially Presented by Fr. Silvio Roggia

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Province News, Youth Ministry

A Birthday Gift Don Bosco Would Love

By Luis Chacon, Coordinator of Youth Ministry  (Boyle Heights, California) – On August 18, our Salesian Youth Group celebrated Don Bosco’s birthday at a beach bonfire filled with friendship, reflection, and Salesian joy. Rather than giving Don Bosco material gifts, our young people offered something more meaningful: personal commitments for the new school year. They identified goals such as overcoming procrastination, improving concentration, reducing technology-related distractions, managing overthinking and emotions, building … Continue reading A Birthday Gift Don Bosco Would Love

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Announcements, Salesian World News

Farewell to Fr. Luciano Odorico, Former General Councillor for the Missions

(ANS – Caracas) – The Salesians of the St. Luke Province of Venezuela have announced, with deep sadness, the passing of Fr. Luciano Odorico, who died on the evening of Sunday, August 16, 2026, at the House in Altamira, Caracas. Elected General Councillor for the Missions during GC23 in 1990 and subsequently re-elected by GC24 in 1996, Fr. Odorico dedicated his entire life to Don … Continue reading Farewell to Fr. Luciano Odorico, Former General Councillor for the Missions

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