Day: November 10, 2026

Holy Father, Salesian World News

During His Visit to Peru, Pope Leo XIV Will Begin His Journey in the Popemobile from the Basilica of Mary Help of Christians

(ANS – Breña – November 10, 2026) – The Salesian Family of Peru is preparing to welcome Pope Leo XIV. For this historic occasion, its members will gather in front of one of the country’s most important landmarks: the Basilica of Mary Help of Christians in Breña. From there, the Pope will board the popemobile to continue his journey to the historic center of Lima. … Continue reading During His Visit to Peru, Pope Leo XIV Will Begin His Journey in the Popemobile from the Basilica of Mary Help of Christians

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Holy Father, Salesian World News

Pope Leo XIV Visits the Basilica of Paysandú to Build Bridges of Peace and Fraternity

Vatican Media (ANS – Paysandú – November 10, 2026) – On Saturday, November 7, 2026, during his apostolic journey to Uruguay, the Holy Father spent time in prayer at the historic Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary and St. Benedict of Palermo, which is administered by the Salesians of Don Bosco. Surrounded by hundreds of devotees, he called for the development of fraternal communities, … Continue reading Pope Leo XIV Visits the Basilica of Paysandú to Build Bridges of Peace and Fraternity

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Announcements, Salesian World News

Fr. Joseph Doan Hai Dang Appointed New Provincial of the St. John Bosco Province in Vietnam

(ANS – Rome – November 9, 2026) – On November 6, 2026, during the October–November plenary session of the General Council, the Rector Major, Fr. Fabio Attard, with the consent of his Council, appointed Fr. Joseph Doan Hai Dang as Provincial of the St. John Bosco Province in Vietnam. Fr. Joseph Doan Hai Dang was born in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, in the Diocese … Continue reading Fr. Joseph Doan Hai Dang Appointed New Provincial of the St. John Bosco Province in Vietnam

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Formation, Salesian World News

A Practical Exercise in Communion: Salesians Pursuing Studies in Rome Meet with the General Council

(ANS – Rome – November 9, 2026) – “Let us communicate who we are.” This core idea framed the presentation given by Fr. Federico Lombardi, SJ, a former director of the Holy See Press Office, during an event titled “A Practical Exercise in Communion with the SDB General Council.” The gathering, held Saturday, November 7, 2026, at the Salesian Headquarters in Rome, was attended by … Continue reading A Practical Exercise in Communion: Salesians Pursuing Studies in Rome Meet with the General Council

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Salesian World News, Youth Ministry

EuroBosco 2026 Concludes with a Shared Commitment to Youth Wellness Across Europe

(ANS – Malta – November 10, 2026) – Five days of reflection, dialogue, and shared learning concluded in Malta with a commitment to turn the spirit of Don Bosco into concrete action for young people across Europe. Held November 4–8, EuroBosco 2026 explored the theme “Caring, Connecting, Creating – The Salesian Way to Youth Wellness,” bringing together young people, past pupils, friends of Don Bosco, … Continue reading EuroBosco 2026 Concludes with a Shared Commitment to Youth Wellness Across Europe

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Formation, Province News

Meet Our Salesians in Formation: Peter Anninos

By Fr. Damien Ho, SDB, Province Vocation Coordinator (Boyle Heights, California) – Originally from Dresher, Pennsylvania, Peter Anninos worked as an electronics engineer for Lockheed Martin before becoming a Salesian volunteer in Boyle Heights, California. While considering different opportunities, Peter turned to prayer and felt that volunteering with the Salesians was the right step for him at that time. During his year of volunteer service, … Continue reading Meet Our Salesians in Formation: Peter Anninos

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