Walking in the Footsteps of Don Bosco: A Journey to Colle Don Bosco and Chieri

By JC Montenegro, PhD (Bellflower, California) – As part of the pilgrimage for the Jubilee in Rome, a group of 22 young adults from the Salesian Province of San Francisco extended their journey north to the land of Don Bosco. Led by Fr. Fabian Cárdenas and Bro. Jorge Galvis, they were accompanied by participants from San Luis Rey in Laredo, Texas, and St. Dominic Savio … Continuar leyendo Walking in the Footsteps of Don Bosco: A Journey to Colle Don Bosco and Chieri

Supporting Young People’s Mental Health: The Key is to Be Among Them and Listen

(ANS – Buenos Aires) – The Salesians of the “Blessed Ceferino Namuncurá” Province of Southern Argentina (ARS) have presented the document Recognizing to Accompany Young People’s Mental Health, a guide designed to help educators—both in schools and in non-formal education settings—be a meaningful presence among young people and in their increasingly complex realities. On the morning of Wednesday, August 6, 2025, the Schools Sector Animation team of … Continuar leyendo Supporting Young People’s Mental Health: The Key is to Be Among Them and Listen

Cagliero Life Video – August 2025

Dear Friend of the Salesian Missions, On the eve of the 11th, the monthly remembrance of Salesian missions, we are happy to send you the Cagliero Life video of August linked to the monthly Salesian intention, to be used as a tool for animation, discussion and sharing within the various youth groups.We will follow the three verbs of 150th anniversary of Salesian missions. You can … Continuar leyendo Cagliero Life Video – August 2025

Dignity Behind Bars: Legacy of Fr. Scaria Nedumattathil, SDB

(ANS – Berhampore) – On Prison Ministry Day, August 10, we recall the transformative legacy of Kolkata province Salesian priest Father Scaria Nedumattathil, founder of the Don Bosco Prison Ministry. What started as a compassionate visit to Berhampore Central Correctional Home in Murshidabad district, West Bengal, in 1995, evolved into the founding of the ministry, now a beacon of hope for thousands across India. Thirty years … Continuar leyendo Dignity Behind Bars: Legacy of Fr. Scaria Nedumattathil, SDB

Upcoming Masses at Camp St. Francis – Join Us!

Adapted from an invitation letter by Fr. Joseph Paradayil, SDB, the Director of Camp St. Francis Center (Edited by Judy Alvarez) (Aptos, California) – The summer season at Camp St. Francis has been filled with the joyful sounds of young people from near and far enjoying various summer camps and programs. Enclosed, you will find two flyers detailing the upcoming Masses at Camp St. Francis … Continuar leyendo Upcoming Masses at Camp St. Francis – Join Us!

Empowering Latina Leaders: A Night to Remember

By Luis Chacon, Coordinator of Youth Ministry (Los Angeles, California) – On Tuesday, August 5, 2025, seven young women leaders from the Salesian Family Youth Center had the incredible opportunity to attend the Latina Public Service Academy 2025 Summer Reception — an inspiring evening celebrating powerful Latina voices in public service. Seeing leaders like Commissioner Jenny Chavez, Councilmember Imelda Padilla, Julie Chavez Rodriguez, and Tracey … Continuar leyendo Empowering Latina Leaders: A Night to Remember

SJBHS Academic Decathlon Team Competes in Seoul

By Judy Alvarez, Salesian Cooperator (Bellflower, California) – On July 25, 2025, the St. John Bosco High School’s Academic Decathlon Team landed in Seoul, South Korea, to compete in the World Scholar’s Cup Global Round. This isn’t the first time the team has pursued competition at the global level and their ultimate goal is an invitation to the annual Tournament of Champions at Yale University. … Continuar leyendo SJBHS Academic Decathlon Team Competes in Seoul

XII General Chapter of the Salesian Oblates of the Sacred Heart

(ANS – Tivoli) – The XII General Chapter of the Salesian Oblates of the Sacred Heart (SOSC) concluded on Friday, July 25, 2025, after intense sessions taking place from June 22 at the General House of the Congregation in Tivoli, Province of Rome. For over a month, the capitular delegates lived a time of discernment, spiritual sharing, and discussion on the guiding theme of the … Continuar leyendo XII General Chapter of the Salesian Oblates of the Sacred Heart

 “Mamma Margherita” Canteen Becomes a Reality: 60 Children and Young People in Esmeraldas Receive a Nutritious Meal Every Day

(ANS – Esmeraldas) – On Wednesday, August 6, the Salesian Project Foundation – North Coast officially inaugurated the “Mamma Margherita” school canteen, a space designed to ensure food self-sufficiency, well-being, and dignity for the children and adolescents of the Mother of the Savior Reference Center in Esmeraldas. The initiative was created to offer not only food, but also care, hospitality, and hope to those most in … Continuar leyendo  “Mamma Margherita” Canteen Becomes a Reality: 60 Children and Young People in Esmeraldas Receive a Nutritious Meal Every Day