Month: September 2026

Province News, Provincial

Editorial Reflection: The Gift Offering of a New Provincial, A New Beginning for Salesians of USA West

By Anthony Rodriguez, Communications Editorial Staff – (Edited by Fr. Peter Le, SDB) (California) — For the Salesians of Don Bosco in the Western United States, the passing of leadership from one Provincial to another is more than a change of office. It is an opportunity to give thanks for the mission that has been faithfully carried forward and to look ahead to the work … Continue reading Editorial Reflection: The Gift Offering of a New Provincial, A New Beginning for Salesians of USA West

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Province News, Salesian Cooperators

Salesian Joy Beyond Our Meetings

By Susana Carrillo, Salesian Cooperator (Bellflower, California) – The Salesian Cooperators of the Spanish Group of the Local Center at St. Dominic Savio Church in Bellflower, California, recently gathered for a joyful day of fellowship, friendship, and relaxation. Away from our regular activities, we had the opportunity simply to enjoy one another’s company—sharing a meal, conversations, laughter, and even some refreshing time in the pool. … Continue reading Salesian Joy Beyond Our Meetings

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Holy Father, Salesian World News

The Pope: Do Not Give in to Hatred in the Face of Injustice; Let Not Evil Disfigure Humanity

Photo ©: Vatican Media (ANS – Castel Gandolfo) – In his homily during the Mass he presided over at the Church of Maria Santissima del Lago (Our Lady of the Lake) in Castel Gandolfo, followed by the traditional procession, Pope Leo XIV reflected on the beauty of such “simple gestures” of devotion, which are capable of renewing faith. In a world that dismisses forgiveness as … Continue reading The Pope: Do Not Give in to Hatred in the Face of Injustice; Let Not Evil Disfigure Humanity

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Announcements, Rector Major, Salesian World News

Installation of Fr. Marek Chrzan as the New Rector of the Sacred Heart Community

(ANS – Rome) – On the afternoon of Monday, August 31, the Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus hosted the installation ceremony for Fr. Marek Adam Chrzan as Rector of the Salesian Sacred Heart Community (Headquarters), presided over by the Vicar of the Rector Major, Fr. Stefano Martoglio. The ceremony, during which Fr. Marek made his promise and signed the document of appointment, was … Continue reading Installation of Fr. Marek Chrzan as the New Rector of the Sacred Heart Community

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Salesian World News, Youth Ministry

Youth Ministry Sector Announces ‘Breath of Life’ Campaign

(ANS – Rome) – As the Season of Creation 2026 gets underway, the Salesian Youth Ministry Sector has announced a special initiative, the “Breath of Life Campaign,” to be carried out during the final week of the Season of Creation, from September 27 to October 4, 2026. The campaign is a tree-planting initiative promoted by the organizers of World Youth Day 2027. According to the … Continue reading Youth Ministry Sector Announces ‘Breath of Life’ Campaign

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Formation, Salesian World News

The Five Dimensions in the New Edition of the Ratio, Explained by Fr. Ivo Coelho

(ANS – Rome) – For September and October, we recommend reading Chapter Four of the Ratio: “THE DIMENSIONS OF THE JOURNEY.” It is one of the chapters where the new features of this edition are most clearly evident. Fr. Ivo Coelho presents it in a video interview; he is undoubtedly the person who knows, better than anyone else, from the inside, everything that the Ratio … Continue reading The Five Dimensions in the New Edition of the Ratio, Explained by Fr. Ivo Coelho

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Salesian World News, Youth Ministry

A Summer the War Cannot Take Away

(ANS – Lviv) – The war continues in Ukraine. And it continues to leave its mark on children’s lives too: in the disrupted nights, the air-raid sirens, the absences, and the fears they often learn to bear far too early. In this difficult context, however, the mission of the Salesian Vice Province of Mary Help of Christians in Ukraine also continues: to stand by young … Continue reading A Summer the War Cannot Take Away

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Salesian World News, Social Communications

ENAC 2026 Discusses the Future of Salesian Communication in the Face of the Challenges Posed by Artificial Intelligence

(ANS – Brasília) – On August 26 and 27, the Salesian Network of Brazil (RSB) organized the 4th ENAC – National Communication Meeting online, bringing together communicators, leaders, and representatives from the Provinces of the Salesians of Don Bosco and the Daughters of Mary Help of Christians. Over the course of the two-day event, the meeting centered its discussions on a question that ran through … Continue reading ENAC 2026 Discusses the Future of Salesian Communication in the Face of the Challenges Posed by Artificial Intelligence

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Rector Major, Salesian Social Works, Salesian World News

“There’s a HOME Here for You Too”: A Project of Hospitality and Fellowship Launches in Nave

(ANS – Nave) – A home where consecrated persons and laypeople can share their lives, prayer, and educational mission while reaching out to the local community and responding to its needs. This is the heart of “Casa Nave,” the new project of the Salesian House in Nave (Brescia), which will open on Sunday, August 30, 2026, at 11:30 a.m., with a Eucharistic celebration in the … Continue reading “There’s a HOME Here for You Too”: A Project of Hospitality and Fellowship Launches in Nave

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Province News, Youth Ministry

She Can Lead: Young Women Connect With Latina Leaders at Public Service Academy Reception

By Luis Chacon, Coordinator of Youth Ministry (Boyle Heights, California) – Three young women from the Salesian Family Youth Center’s Youth Ministry Program attended the 2026 Latina Public Service Academy Summer Reception on Aug. 25 at Vespaio Restaurant in downtown Los Angeles. The event brought together inspiring Latina leaders in public service, advocacy, and business while raising scholarship funds and supporting leadership programming for high … Continue reading She Can Lead: Young Women Connect With Latina Leaders at Public Service Academy Reception

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