Month: October 2026

Holy Father, Salesian World News

Pope Leo XIV at UNESCO Headquarters in Paris

(ANS – Paris – October 1, 2026) – On the afternoon of Friday, September 25, 2026, Pope Leo XIV, as part of his apostolic journey to France, was received at the headquarters of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) in Paris. His presence was of great significance in conveying a message of peace, dialogue, and collaboration among all those committed to peace … Continue reading Pope Leo XIV at UNESCO Headquarters in Paris

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Rector Major, Salesian World News

Rector Major Fr. Fabio Attard Arrives in Japan for Extraordinary Visit

(ANS – Tokyo – October 2, 2026) – On the evening of Thursday, October 1, Rector Major Fr. Fabio Attard, SDB, arrived in Japan. Having landed at Haneda Airport shortly after 7 p.m., accompanied by his Secretary, Fr. Thathireddy Vijaya Bhaskar, the Successor of Don Bosco began his eight-day Extraordinary Visitation to Japan. Fr. Attard’s presence in the country is significant, as this is the … Continue reading Rector Major Fr. Fabio Attard Arrives in Japan for Extraordinary Visit

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Salesian Education, Salesian World News

Episcopal Conference Recognizes Salesians’ Work in Vocational Training

(ANS – Madrid – October 1, 2026) – The General Council for the Church in Education (CGIE, in Spanish) of the Spanish Episcopal Conference (CEE) has awarded the Salesian Congregation the “Stella Prize” in the vocational training category. The award specifically recognizes the Congregation’s commitment to basic-level vocational training, which offers young people facing difficulties in their education the opportunity to continue their studies and … Continue reading Episcopal Conference Recognizes Salesians’ Work in Vocational Training

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Formation, Salesian World News

6th Congress on Social Education Brings Together Salesian Educators to Discuss “New Frontiers”

(ANS – São Paulo – September 30, 2026) – On September 25, the Don Bosco Social Center in Itaquera (São Paulo) hosted the 6th Congress on Social Education on the theme “New Frontiers and the Role of the Social Educator.” Social educators and professionals from Salesian organizations, together with representatives from various institutions, took part in a day of formation, reflection, and the exchange of … Continue reading 6th Congress on Social Education Brings Together Salesian Educators to Discuss “New Frontiers”

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Salesian Missions, Salesian World News

The Blossoming of a Vocation: The Journey of the 157th Missionary Expedition at the Heart of the Salesian Charism

(ANS – Castelnuovo Don Bosco – September 29, 2026) – From September 19–25, 2026, against the historic backdrop of Colle Don Bosco, the new missionaries continued their journey of spiritual and personal maturation, an essential part of their preparation for being sent ad gentes. The journey of a missionary setting out for the mission ad gentes, ad exteros, and ad vitam requires far more than … Continue reading The Blossoming of a Vocation: The Journey of the 157th Missionary Expedition at the Heart of the Salesian Charism

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Province News, Provincial

Provincial Announcement: Funeral Arrangements for Bro. Pat Barbariol, SDB

Dear Salesian Family and Friends, Our dear Bro. Pat Barbariol, SDB, died on September 23, 2026. He spent many years at Bishop Mora Salesian High School and even more at Don Bosco Tech. To give many people whose lives he touched time to bid him farewell, the following details for his funeral have been arranged: Let us remind ourselves of Constitutions #54 on the Death … Continue reading Provincial Announcement: Funeral Arrangements for Bro. Pat Barbariol, SDB

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Announcements, Province News

Brother Patrick “Pat” Barbariol, SDB, Remembered for 70 Years of Faithful Salesian Service

(Bellflower, California – September 23, 2026) – Brother Patrick “Pat” A. Barbariol, SDB, peacefully passed away on Wednesday afternoon, September 23, 2026, at the St. John Bosco High School Residence in Bellflower, California, at the age of 89. He faithfully lived his vocation as a Salesian religious for 70 years, generously offering his life to God, to the Salesian Congregation, and especially to the young … Continue reading Brother Patrick “Pat” Barbariol, SDB, Remembered for 70 Years of Faithful Salesian Service

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Holy Father, Salesian World News

“Witnesses to Humanity”: Young Salesians to Gather for Pope Leo XIV’s Visit to Buenos Aires

(ANS – Buenos Aires – September 30, 2026) – As part of Pope Leo XIV’s historic visit to Argentina from November 8–11, 2026, the Salesian Province of Argentina South is organizing a “Witnesses to Humanity” event at the León XIII Salesian House in the Palermo district of Buenos Aires from Sunday, November 8, through Tuesday, November 10. Fr. Manuel Cayo, Provincial of Argentina South, who … Continue reading “Witnesses to Humanity”: Young Salesians to Gather for Pope Leo XIV’s Visit to Buenos Aires

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Province News, Youth Ministry

From Campers to Leaders: The Lasting Impact of Camp Salesian

By JC Montenegro, PhD (Los Angeles, California) – For seven weeks this summer, Camp Salesian became a place where children could learn, explore, make friends, and simply be kids—and where young people had the opportunity to grow into leaders. Camp Salesian 2026 From June 15 through July 31, the Salesian Family Youth Center welcomed 125 children and young people to Camp Salesian. Throughout the summer, … Continue reading From Campers to Leaders: The Lasting Impact of Camp Salesian

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