‘He Loved Us’: Pope Francis’ New Encyclical on the Sacred Heart of Jesus

(ANS – Vatican City) – “Dilexit nos,” Pope Francis’ fourth Encyclical, retraces the tradition and relevance of thought on “the human and divine love of the heart of Jesus Christ,” calling for a renewal of authentic devotion to avoid forgetting the tenderness of faith, the joy of serving, and the fervour of mission. “‘He loved us’, Saint Paul says of Christ (cf. Rom 8:37), in order … Continuar leyendo ‘He Loved Us’: Pope Francis’ New Encyclical on the Sacred Heart of Jesus

Province Leadership Trained in Coaching

By JC Montenegro, PhD (Los Angeles, California) – On Thursday, October 17, 2024, the Salesian Province of St. Andrew the Apostle took a significant step toward enhancing leadership and collaboration within its communities by hosting a virtual coaching training session led by SDB Provincial Fr. Mel Trinidad. The session brought together province leaders, including local community directors, pastors, presidents, principals, coordinators of youth ministry, and … Continuar leyendo Province Leadership Trained in Coaching

Province Photo News

Bishop Mora Salesian High School, Los Angeles, California Congratulations to the newest members of the Salesian Lettermen Society! As part of the longest-standing organization in our school’s history, you are joining a legacy of excellence, teamwork, and leadership. Your hard work and dedication have brought you to this moment, and we couldn’t be prouder. Embrace this opportunity to grow, connect, and inspire others. From Bishop … Continuar leyendo Province Photo News

Youth Ministry in Time of War, Part II: The Gift of a Broken Daily Life and a People in Suffering

(ANS – Donetsk) – In the second stage of his reflection on the special features of Youth Ministry in time of war, Bishop Maksym Ryabukha, Auxiliary Bishop of the Greek-Catholic Exarchate of Donetsk, Ukraine, presents another “gift” to be discovered: that of a broken daily life and a suffering people, made of reasons to live and not only to survive. Below is his analysis, which was delivered to Note di Pastorale Giovanile. … Continuar leyendo Youth Ministry in Time of War, Part II: The Gift of a Broken Daily Life and a People in Suffering

From Darkness to Light

By Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB The northern kingdom of Israel had been taken into Babylonian exile, and Jerusalem was in deadly danger. Jeremiah in our first reading on this 30th Ordinary Sunday B foretells relief. The prophet of gloom and doom was now preaching about Israel at the end of their Babylonian captivity. In doing so, Jeremiah strikes for us the theme of woe and … Continuar leyendo From Darkness to Light

De la oscuridad a la luz

Por P. Ed Liptak, SDB El reino del norte de Israel había sido llevado al exilio babilónico, y Jerusalén estaba en peligro mortal. Jeremías, en nuestra primera lectura de este 30º Domingo Ordinario, predice alivio. El profeta de la oscuridad y la fatalidad estaba ahora predicando acerca de Israel al final de su cautiverio en Babilonia. Al hacerlo, Jeremías nos toca el tema de la … Continuar leyendo De la oscuridad a la luz

Digi Evangeli: 30 Sunday, October 27, 2024 – English and Spanish

By Fr. Shijumon Thottupurathu, SDB – Associate Pastor at St. Isabel’s and St. Mary’s Salesian Parishes, Los Angeles, California Reflection In English The blind man Bartimaeus lived with his identity and dignity because he feared God and lived with clarity and conviction of Faith.  His eyes of Faith was already opened and God inspired him to know who Jesus was. We need to live in … Continuar leyendo Digi Evangeli: 30 Sunday, October 27, 2024 – English and Spanish