The Divine Folly of the Sower Who “Sows in the Dark”

THE MESSAGE OF THE RECTOR MAJOR – Don Fabio Attard, SDB (Rome, Italy) – The parable of the sower, narrated in the Synoptic Gospels, is a powerful and foundational image of the Christian message. At first glance, it might seem a simple allegory about the different reception of the Word of God. However, upon deeper inspection, it reveals a radical truth, especially when applied to … Continuar leyendo The Divine Folly of the Sower Who “Sows in the Dark”

CYMs Gather to Strengthen Collaboration and Formation Across Salesian Schools

By Bro. Al Vu, SDB – (Rosemead, California) – This past Saturday, the Youth Ministry Center at Don Bosco Technical Institute in Rosemead was alive with energy as Coordinators of Youth Ministry (CYMs) and their teams from every Salesian high school in the province came together for a day dedicated to prayer, collaboration, and shared vision. The gathering aimed to strengthen the network of Salesian … Continuar leyendo CYMs Gather to Strengthen Collaboration and Formation Across Salesian Schools

Celebrations for the 50th Anniversary of the Salesian Youth Movement

(ANS – Catania) – Yesterday, Catania experienced a day of great enthusiasm during the second day of the Rector Major’s visit, on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the Salesian Youth Movement. The city, immersed in an atmosphere of celebration and participation, welcomed over 2,000 young people from all over Sicily, who gathered at the Metropolitan Theater, near the splendid Villa Bellini. A Movement that … Continuar leyendo Celebrations for the 50th Anniversary of the Salesian Youth Movement

25th Anniversary of the Canonization of Louis Versiglia and Callistus Caravario

(ANS – Rome) – On Sunday October 1, 2000, Holy Year, the Holy Father John Paul II celebrated the Eucharist on the parvis of the Patriarchal Vatican Basilica and proceeded with the Canonization of Blesseds AGOSTINO ZHAO RONG, presbyter, and 119 COMPANIONS, martyrs in China (1648-1930); MARÍA JOSEFA DEL CORAZÓN DE JESÚS SANCHO DE GUERRA (1842-1912), virgin, foundress of the Institute of the Servants of Jesus … Continuar leyendo 25th Anniversary of the Canonization of Louis Versiglia and Callistus Caravario

World Day of Migrants and Refugees 2025

Editor: This article highlights Pope Leo’s message for the World Day of Migrants and Refugees and cites significant data on global trends from the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR). (Rome, Italy) – On October 4 and 5, 2025, the 111th World Day of Migrants and Refugees (GMMR) is celebrated, established by the Church in 1914 to bring the attention of ecclesial and civil communities to … Continuar leyendo World Day of Migrants and Refugees 2025

“Do Whatever He Tells You -Believers, Free to Serve

Salesian Strenna 2026 (Rosemead, California) – In early August, Fr. Fabio Attard, the Rector Major of the Salesians of Don Bosco, announced the theme of the Strenna (annual theme or message, good wishes) for the year 2026: “Fate quello che vi dira” (Do whatever he tells you, believers, free to serve.) “The Strenna is an opportunity for the entire Salesian family to come together around … Continuar leyendo “Do Whatever He Tells You -Believers, Free to Serve

Announcing the Theme Chosen by Pope Leo XIV for the LX World Communications Day 2026: “Preserving Human Voices and Faces”.

(ANS – Vatican City) – On 29 September 2025, the Vatican Press Office announced the theme chosen by Pope Leo XIV for the LX World Communications Day, to be celebrated in 2026: “Preserving human voices and faces.” In today’s communication ecosystems, technology influences interactions more than ever before – from algorithms curating news feeds to AI authoring entire texts and conversations. Humanity today has possibilities that were unimaginable … Continuar leyendo Announcing the Theme Chosen by Pope Leo XIV for the LX World Communications Day 2026: “Preserving Human Voices and Faces”.

Catania Welcomes Fr Fabio Attard, 11th Successor of Don Bosco

(ANS – Catania) – On Saturday, September 27, Fr. Fabio Attard arrived in Sicily for the first time as Rector Major to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the founding of the Salesian Youth Movement (MGS), which originated on the island and spread throughout the world thanks to the work of the Salesians. With the slogan “You can see it, you can feel it, Don Bosco is here,” Fr. … Continuar leyendo Catania Welcomes Fr Fabio Attard, 11th Successor of Don Bosco