Día: 25 marzo, 2025

Rector Major, Salesian World News

Fr. Fabio Attard: 11th Successor of Don Bosco at the Head of the Salesian Congregation

(ANS – Turin) – The election of Fr. Fabio Attard as the 11th successor of Don Bosco marks a historic moment for the Salesian Congregation and the Salesian Family worldwide. Elected during the 29th General Chapter of the Society of St. Francis de Sales, Fr. Fabio Attard fully embodies Don Bosco’s charism and is preparing to lead the Salesian mission dedicated to young people, especially the poorest and most vulnerable, in … Continuar leyendo Fr. Fabio Attard: 11th Successor of Don Bosco at the Head of the Salesian Congregation

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Rector Major, Salesian World News

Congratulations From Around the World for the New Rector Major Fr. Fabio Attard

(ANS – Turin) – Congratulatory messages and best wishes are pouring in from around the world for Fr. Fabio Attard, SDB, who was elected by the 29th General Chapter of the Salesian Congregation as the Rector Major for the six-year term 2025–2031, and as such, the 11th Successor of Don Bosco. Trust, appreciation, esteem, gratitude, and prayers for his mission are the sentiments shared by the … Continuar leyendo Congratulations From Around the World for the New Rector Major Fr. Fabio Attard

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Notícias de la Inspectoría, Rector Major, Salesian World News

USA Youth Leader: “Why I Am Excited About the New Rector Major”

By Lisandro Albor, Jr., Salesian Youth Leader, USA Western Province – (Los Angeles, California) – Da mihi animas, caetera tolle. – Give me souls, take away the rest. That phrase, Don Bosco’s motto and the heartbeat of the Salesian coat of arms, isn’t just a line we memorize—it’s a mission we live. And every once in a while, something happens that reminds us that this … Continuar leyendo USA Youth Leader: “Why I Am Excited About the New Rector Major”

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Holy Father, Salesian World News

Welcome Home, Holy Father!

(ANS – Rome) – Pope Francis spent 38 days as a patient at Gemelli Polyclinic, from February 14 to March 23, 2025. These were challenging weeks for an 88-year-old battling bilateral pneumonia. Medical reports did not hide the gravity of his condition, the crises he faced, or the complexity of his clinical picture. Yet, throughout these difficult days, a flood of prayers accompanied his recovery—personal prayers, … Continuar leyendo Welcome Home, Holy Father!

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General Chapter 29, Salesian World News

A Week of Discernment and Elections: Toward the 11th Successor of Don Bosco and the General Councilors

(ANS – Turin) – The week ahead represents a crucial moment for the 29th General Chapter (GC29), during which the capitulars will elect the 11th Successor of Don Bosco, along with the Vicar General and the General Councilors. It is a decisive week for the future of the Salesian Congregation, to be lived in an atmosphere of intense prayer, reflection, and discernment. Accompanying the capitulars on … Continuar leyendo A Week of Discernment and Elections: Toward the 11th Successor of Don Bosco and the General Councilors

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Salesian Spirituality

March 25th – Happy Solemnity of the Annunciation of the Lord

The angel Gabriel was sent from God to a town of Galilee called Nazareth, to a virgin betrothed to a man named Joseph, of the house of David, and the virgin’s name was Mary. And coming to her, he said, “Hail, full of grace! The Lord is with you.” But she was greatly troubled at what was said and pondered what sort of greeting this … Continuar leyendo March 25th – Happy Solemnity of the Annunciation of the Lord

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