Empowering Youth: A Week of Dreams, Service, and Leadership

By Luis Chacon, Youth minister, Salesian Volunteers Coordinator and Public Relations Specialist at Salesian Family Youth Center (Boyle Heights, California) – At the Salesian Family Youth Center, we empower young people in many ways: by creating spaces for their voices to be heard, exposing them to new environments, walking with them in faith, and forming them as leaders through real-life experiences. This past week reflects … Continuar leyendo Empowering Youth: A Week of Dreams, Service, and Leadership

Digi Evangeli: Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time: Feb. 1, 2026 (English and Spanish)

By Fr. Shijumon Thottupurathu, SDB Reflection In English The Sermon on the Mount calls us to become blessed in the name of the Lord. Recognizing that we live because of God’s grace helps us to be obedient to his commandments. In obedience, we become humble to be blessed in the Lord.Blessings. Reflexión en Español El Sermón de Monte nos llama a ser bienaventurados en el … Continuar leyendo Digi Evangeli: Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time: Feb. 1, 2026 (English and Spanish)

Braves Serve at LA Regional Food Bank to Kick Off Don Bosco Week—Honoring Mama Margaret’s Legacy

(Bellflower, California) – Faith in action! To kick off Don Bosco Week, a group of “Braves” from St. John Bosco High School helped out at the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank alongside their moms in tribute to Mama Margaret, the beloved mother of Don Bosco who profoundly influenced his life and work. Learn more about her below! Margherita “Margaret” Occhiena When asked to go with … Continuar leyendo Braves Serve at LA Regional Food Bank to Kick Off Don Bosco Week—Honoring Mama Margaret’s Legacy

Cagliero 11 – February 2026

Dear Friend of the Salesian Missions, We send you the 2026 February Cagliero 11 bulletin: please print for the community Notice Board /oratory /school… and / or forward it to the confreres and to the people interested in it. IN THIS ISSUE • Greetings from Géza Nádudvari SDB, CORAM/RCMA (Regional Coordinator for Missionary Animation) Central-North Europe Region;
 • “Niger: Preaching without preaching”, by Fr. Jorge Mario Crisafulli … Continuar leyendo Cagliero 11 – February 2026

The Rector Major Speaks to the Young People of the Salesian Youth Movement

(ANS – Rome) – Renewing a “beautiful tradition” of the Rector Majors, for the Feast of Don Bosco 2026 the 11th Successor of Don Bosco, Fr. Fabio Attard, will deliver a message of hope and engagement to the young people of the Salesian Youth Movement (SYM). The Rector Major emphasizes three main points. First, Fr. Attard refers to the Strenna message for 2026, renewing the invitation … Continuar leyendo The Rector Major Speaks to the Young People of the Salesian Youth Movement

Feast of Don Bosco: Happiness Multiplies When Shared

(ANS – Milan) – In view of the Feast of Don Bosco, celebrated on January 31, the Fondazione Opera Don Bosco Onlusrenews its commitment to the world’s most vulnerable children and young people, presenting a model of aid that has grown and expanded over time: long-distance support for educational communities. Alongside traditional long-distance support, which enables thousands of children to receive assistance, protection, and opportunities for growth, a … Continuar leyendo Feast of Don Bosco: Happiness Multiplies When Shared

“Good Christians and Joyful Citizens”: Don Bosco’s Educational Joy

(ANS – Rome) – Among Don Bosco’s most well-known expressions, one in particular effectively summarizes his educational vision: forming “good Christians and honest citizens.” Numerous scholars—including Pietro Braido, who speaks of a true formula of Salesian educational humanism—have shown how this synthesis expresses a project of integral education, capable of uniting lived faith, human maturity, and social responsibility. In this context, cheerfulness is not an accessory … Continuar leyendo “Good Christians and Joyful Citizens”: Don Bosco’s Educational Joy

Promulgation of the 5th Edition of the Ratio

(ANS – Rome) – On January 26, 2026, the Rector Major, Fr. Fabio Attard, officially promulgated the fifth edition of The Formation of the Salesians of Don Bosco – Principles and Norms – Ratio Fundamentalis Institutionis et Studiorum. This date was chosen because it marks the simple yet fruitful beginning of our existence and vocation as Salesians. On that day in 1854, Rua, Cagliero, Artiglia, and Rocchietti … Continuar leyendo Promulgation of the 5th Edition of the Ratio

Young People, Leadership, and Witness: Fr. Fabio Attard in Dialogue with the SYM at the Basilica of the Sacred Heart

(ANS – Rome) – On the evening of Tuesday, January 28, at the Basilica of the Sacred Heart in Rome, a dialogue titled “Fr. Fabio Attard in Dialogue with the Young People of the Salesian Youth Movement” took place. The event was moderated by RAI journalist Benedetta Rinaldi, a former Salesian past pupil. The meeting, which was also livestreamed on the ANS YouTube channel, was part of the … Continuar leyendo Young People, Leadership, and Witness: Fr. Fabio Attard in Dialogue with the SYM at the Basilica of the Sacred Heart

Anecdotes of Mercy: How Don Bosco Corrected Without Humiliating

(ANS – Rome) – Correcting without humiliating is one of the most delicate challenges in education. Don Bosco faced it throughout his life, transforming correction into an authentic act of mercy. In his writings and in the recollections of his contemporaries, a constant conviction emerges: correction is not about venting an educator’s irritation, but about helping young people grow. For this reason, he warns: “It is … Continuar leyendo Anecdotes of Mercy: How Don Bosco Corrected Without Humiliating

Two Worlds / Dos Mundos

By Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB Lord Jesus, when You taught the ‘Beatitudes,’ it might seem that you intended to puzzle us. What you taught there on the hillside seemed so contrary to our way of thinking. Keep us company now as we seek to fathom more deeply your meaning. Surely however, you did want to tell us for our own good to stay aware that … Continuar leyendo Two Worlds / Dos Mundos

Discover Treasures at Our Charity Shop – Free for Those in Need

(Boyle Heights, California ) – Looking for quality clothing or household items without spending a dime? Our Charity Shop is here to help! Stocked entirely through generous donations, we offer clothing for children and adults as well as houseware items, all available completely free to anyone in need. We warmly invite you to visit us on the last Saturday of every month, from 8:00 AM … Continuar leyendo Discover Treasures at Our Charity Shop – Free for Those in Need

Three Words That Have Educated Generations: Reason, Religion, and Loving-Kindness

(ANS – Rome) – When Don Bosco presented his Preventive System, he summarized it in three simple yet powerful words: reason, religion, and loving kindness. On these three pillars, he educated thousands of young people in Valdocco and in many other houses, and on these same foundations the Salesian world continues to build schools, oratories, and social works throughout the world. This is not an … Continuar leyendo Three Words That Have Educated Generations: Reason, Religion, and Loving-Kindness

Mary Help of Christians, the True Treasurer of Valdocco

(ANS – Rome) – To fully understand Don Bosco’s relationship with Providence, one need only look at Valdocco: works that grew without initial capital, churches built in remarkably short periods of time, and hundreds of children to feed, clothe, and educate every day. Faced with these challenges, Don Bosco would calmly repeat that “Providence has never failed us,” and he would immediately add, with his … Continuar leyendo Mary Help of Christians, the True Treasurer of Valdocco

Salesian Fr. Enio Esteves Dies in Plane Crash

(ANS – Taisha) – “With hope in the Risen Christ, we sadly announce the passing of Fr. Enio Esteves. Until the very last moment of his life, he lived out his missionary vocation in service of the Amazonian peoples of our country. We are united in prayer for his eternal rest.” With these words, the Salesian Province of Ecuador announced the death of Fr. Esteves, who … Continuar leyendo Salesian Fr. Enio Esteves Dies in Plane Crash

Valdocco Prepares to Celebrate the Solemnity of St. John Bosco with a Rich Cultural, Spiritual, and Pastoral Program

(ANS – Turin) – In preparation for the Solemnity of St. John Bosco, to be celebrated on Saturday, January 31, the Salesian complex of Valdocco and the Basilica of Mary Help of Christians in Turin are once again offering a wide-ranging program for 2026. The initiative brings together cultural reflection, educational offerings, artistic events, and liturgical celebrations, providing the Salesian Family, the faithful, and the … Continuar leyendo Valdocco Prepares to Celebrate the Solemnity of St. John Bosco with a Rich Cultural, Spiritual, and Pastoral Program

Diocesan Inquiry Into the Cause of the Servant of God Antonieta Böhm Declared Valid

(ANS – Vatican City) – On January 26, 2026, the General Postulator for the Causes of Saints of the Salesian Family, Fr. Pierluigi Cameroni, received official notification that the Dicastery for the Causes of Saints, during its Ordinary Congress on December 17, 2025, declared the diocesan inquiry into the Cause of Beatification and Canonization of the Servant of God Antonieta Böhm—a professed sister of the … Continuar leyendo Diocesan Inquiry Into the Cause of the Servant of God Antonieta Böhm Declared Valid

La Inspectoría Salesiana “Reuniendo Su Ejército” Para Reafirmar La Oración, La Escucha Y El Camino a Seguir

La semana pasada, del Lunes 19 al Miércoles 21 de Enero, la Sociedad Salesiana de Don Bosco de la Costa Oeste de Estados Unidos se reunió en Retiro en San Antonio, en Three Rivers, para pasar unos días «congregando a su ejército» para la oración, la reflexión y el tiempo en familia. Basándose en una larga tradición de diversas jornadas Inspectoriales, esta reunión tenía la... Continuar leyendo Salesian Provincial “Gathering of Troops”for Prayer, Listening, and the Path Forward

JC Montenegro to Present at NFCYM Exchange

A Province Youth Ministry Team Announcement (Los Angeles, California) – The National Federation for Catholic Youth Ministry Exchange is one of the Church’s premier gatherings for those serving young people. From February 1–4, 2026, in Louisville, KY, parish leaders, diocesan staff, and ministry professionals from across the country will come together for formation, collaboration, and renewal. Exchange is designed to strengthen the mission of youth … Continuar leyendo JC Montenegro to Present at NFCYM Exchange

Pope Leo XIV to Visit the Basilica of the Sacred Heart

(ANS – Rome) – It was announced today, January 23, by the Vicariate of Rome that Pope Leo XIV will make his first pastoral visit to the Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus in Castro Pretorio on Sunday, February 22. The event is expected to be a historic moment of grace for the parish community and for the entire Salesian Family. The visit is … Continuar leyendo Pope Leo XIV to Visit the Basilica of the Sacred Heart

“The Dream That Changed a Life”: From a Nine-Year-Old’s Dream to the Discernment of a Mission

(ANS – Rome) – With the Novena to St. John Bosco beginning today (1/22/2025), ANS is offering a series of articles intended to accompany this time of preparation for the Feast of the Saint of Youth through a genuine spiritual and charismatic journey. Starting from the original call, narrated in the dream of the nine-year-old in “The Dream That Changed a Life,” the journey moves … Continuar leyendo “The Dream That Changed a Life”: From a Nine-Year-Old’s Dream to the Discernment of a Mission

“A Home for Those Who Have None”: The Kitchen at Valdocco and the Family Style

(ANS – Rome) – If the dream of the nine-year-old reveals the “why” of Don Bosco’s life, the kitchen at Valdocco tells the “how.” In nineteenth-century Turin, shaped by rapid industrialization and populated by young people who had come from the countryside as apprentices and workers, Don Bosco encountered a new and often invisible form of poverty: young people without families, without homes, and without … Continuar leyendo “A Home for Those Who Have None”: The Kitchen at Valdocco and the Family Style

Juvenile Delinquency: Borgo Ragazzi Don Bosco Relaunches Its Model of Intervention Based on Prevention and Social Mediation

(ANS – Rome) – Moving beyond an emergency-driven mindset and putting education back at the center, through cohesion among all social stakeholders. This is the appeal launched by Borgo Ragazzi Don Bosco with the conference “The Human Face of Juvenile Delinquency – Understanding to Reactivate the Future Through Education, Community, and Intervention Systems,” scheduled for January 30, 2026, beginning at 9:00 a.m., at its headquarters … Continuar leyendo Juvenile Delinquency: Borgo Ragazzi Don Bosco Relaunches Its Model of Intervention Based on Prevention and Social Mediation

Digi Evangeli: Tercer domingo del Tiempo Ordinario: 25 de enero de 2026 (inglés y español)

By Fr. Shijumon Thottupurathu, SDB Reflection In English True repentance brings the light of Christ alive, which helps us to let go all the unwanted burden from our life. May the Light of Christ inspire us to become his faithful disciple. Blessings. Reflexión en Español El verdadero arrepentimiento hace que la luz de Cristo brille en nosotros, que nos ayude a liberarnos de todas las … Continuar leyendo Digi Evangeli: Third Sunday in Ordinary Time: Jan. 25, 2026 (English and Spanish)

Una Gran Luz ha Surgido

By Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB The Church Christ founded was not to be confined to out-of-the-way Nazareth. There, they wanted to hurl Jesus off Nazareth’s cliff. Instead, Christ’s Church had its public start in the Jordan Valley where Jesus was baptized by John. Impelled by the Spirit, in conflict with Satan, He further prepared for His mission. Then He preached the Kingdom of Heaven widely … Continuar leyendo A Great Light Has Risen / Una Gran Luz ha Surgido

“Do Whatever He Tells You”: Closing Ceremony of the Salesian Family Spirituality Days Marked by Gratitude, Commitment, and New Wine

(ANS – Turin) – In an atmosphere charged with emotion, gratitude, and shared responsibility, the final moment of the Salesian Family Spirituality Days, held in Turin–Valdocco, took place on the morning of Sunday, January 18, 2026. The event concluded four intense days of listening, prayer, discussion, and communion, followed both in person and online by a large audience: over 18,200 people connected via live streaming, … Continuar leyendo “Do Whatever He Tells You”: Closing Ceremony of the Salesian Family Spirituality Days Marked by Gratitude, Commitment, and New Wine

Serving as Disciples: The Final Eucharist Reaffirms the Mission of the Salesian Family

(ANS – Turin) – On the morning of Sunday, January 18, 2026, the Salesian Family gathered at the Basilica of Mary Help of Christians in Turin–Valdocco for the concluding Eucharistic Celebration of the 44th Salesian Family Spirituality Days, presided over by the Rector Major, Fr. Fabio Attard. This pivotal moment offered a spiritual synthesis of the journey, where listening to the Word and participating in … Continuar leyendo Serving as Disciples: The Final Eucharist Reaffirms the Mission of the Salesian Family

The Lay Groups Fair at the Salesian Family Spirituality Days: A Space for Encounter and Communion

(ANS – Turin) – On the afternoon of the second day of the Salesian Family Spirituality Days, the Lay Groups Fair of the Salesian Family took place, offering a particularly meaningful moment of mutual acquaintance, sharing, and charismatic reflection. The Purpose of the Fair The primary goal of the Lay Groups Fair was to promote understanding of the origins of each Association and the initial … Continuar leyendo The Lay Groups Fair at the Salesian Family Spirituality Days: A Space for Encounter and Communion

Don Bosco Novena: Let Us Pray Together January 22 to January 30

(Los Angeles, California) – In preparation for the Feast of St. John Bosco, let us join in a novena to God through the intercession of our beloved founder, St. John Bosco, whose feast we will celebrate on Saturday, January 31. The Strenna for 2026 reminds us that all our initiatives are to be rooted in Christ, led by discerning his call, and responding as Don … Continuar leyendo Don Bosco Novena: Let Us Pray Together January 22 to January 30

Launch of the “Let’s Not Leave the Most Vulnerable Children in the Dark” Campaign by Salesiani per il Sociale

(ANS – Rome) – Gen Z finds itself caught between the desire to build its own future and widespread emotional vulnerability, marked by a disenchanted view of adults—who are no longer seen as role models—yet accompanied by a clear-eyed awareness of the world. This is the picture outlined by Salesiani per il Sociale, a network of associations committed to the care and protection of minors … Continuar leyendo Launch of the “Let’s Not Leave the Most Vulnerable Children in the Dark” Campaign by Salesiani per il Sociale

Don Bosco: Historical Research and Visual Culture — A New Exhibition Opens Dialogue Between Salesian Tradition, Academic Research, and the Languages of Visual Culture

(ANS – Rome) – The exhibition “Don Bosco: From Biographies to Comics” opened at the Pontifical Salesian University with a day of study and in-depth reflection aimed at placing the figure of Don Bosco within a broader horizon of historical, cultural, and communicative analysis. From the outset, the initiative was conceived as an opportunity for dialogue between Salesian scholarship and contemporary academic debate, bringing together … Continuar leyendo Don Bosco: Historical Research and Visual Culture — A New Exhibition Opens Dialogue Between Salesian Tradition, Academic Research, and the Languages of Visual Culture

Service That Builds Community and Shapes Young Hearts

By JC Montenegro, PhD, Executive Director of the Salesian Family Youth Center (Boyle Heights, California) – It is often interesting how meaningful experiences begin with something simple. In this case, it started with an email from Gabriela Gordillo-Banuelos, Director of the Center for Service and Justice, sharing that more than twelve seniors from Loyola High School were looking for a place to complete their required service … Continuar leyendo Service That Builds Community and Shapes Young Hearts

Opening of the Diocesan Phase of the Cause for the Beatification of Fr. Gaetano Nicosia

(ANS – Macao) – On January 17, 2026, the Church of Macao experienced a day filled with memory, gratitude, and hope with the official opening of the diocesan inquiry into the Cause for the Beatification and Canonization of the Servant of God Gaetano Nicosia, a Salesian missionary who dedicated his life to the service of those afflicted with Hansen’s disease, whom he lovingly called, with … Continuar leyendo Opening of the Diocesan Phase of the Cause for the Beatification of Fr. Gaetano Nicosia

Fr. Elia Comini, Priest and Martyr, to Be Beatified on September 27, 2026

(ANS – Vatican City) – On January 2, 2026, Archbishop Edgar Peña Parra, Substitute of the Vatican Secretariat of State, informed His Eminence Cardinal Matteo Maria Zuppi, Archbishop of Bologna, that Pope Leo XIV had accepted the proposal to celebrate the Rite of Beatification of the Venerable Servants of God Ubaldo Marchinoni, diocesan priest; Fr. Elia Comini, Salesian of Don Bosco; and Fr. Martino Capelli, … Continuar leyendo Fr. Elia Comini, Priest and Martyr, to Be Beatified on September 27, 2026

Salesian Cooperators: Don Bosco’s Prophetic Dream Continues Through History, Life, and the Future

(ANS – Turin) – During the afternoon of the third day of the Salesian Family Spirituality Days, special attention was given to the Association of Salesian Cooperators, protagonists of a rich and well-structured sharing that wove together memory, present life, and a prophetic vision of the future, in preparation for the 150th anniversary of the Association’s foundation (1876–2026). The session, animated by the World Council … Continuar leyendo Salesian Cooperators: Don Bosco’s Prophetic Dream Continues Through History, Life, and the Future

SDB and FMA Youth Ministry Sectors Reflect on Young People’s Dreams for the Salesian Youth Movement

(ANS – Rome) – On January 15, 2026, the Youth Ministry Sectors of the Salesians of Don Bosco (SDB) and the Daughters of Mary Help of Christians (FMA) began the new year with renewed enthusiasm and a shared commitment to young people, inspired by the profound love of Don Bosco and Mother Mazzarello for younger generations. During the afternoon, the two sectors took part in … Continuar leyendo SDB and FMA Youth Ministry Sectors Reflect on Young People’s Dreams for the Salesian Youth Movement

‘The Gospel is a Celebration’: Lectio Divina on the Wedding at Cana at SFSD2026

(ANS – Turin) – After a very intense and stimulating first day, on the morning of Friday, January 16, 2026, participants in the Salesian Family Spirituality Days received a new and rich collection of insights and reflections through a lectio divina led by Turin deacon Paolo De Martino on the Gospel passage of the Wedding at Cana (Jn 2:1–11), which provides the theme for this … Continuar leyendo ‘The Gospel is a Celebration’: Lectio Divina on the Wedding at Cana at SFSD2026

Salesian Family Spirituality Days 2026: from Hope in Jesus, the Trust that Drives Service

(ANS – Turin) – In a spirit of enthusiasm and fraternity, the 44th Salesian Family Spirituality Days (SFSD) began on the afternoon of Thursday, January 15, 2026, in the Teatro Grande at Valdocco in Turin. Representatives of the many groups that make up the Salesian Family gathered around Fr. Fabio Attard, the 11th Successor of Don Bosco, to listen to his reflections on the deeper … Continuar leyendo Salesian Family Spirituality Days 2026: from Hope in Jesus, the Trust that Drives Service

Detrás de cámaras, más allá del Salón de Clases: Los Estudiantes del Programa de Medios de Comunicación de la Escuela Preparatoria St. John Bosco le dan Vida a los Medios de Comunicación del Mundo Real

Cuando se confía a los jóvenes responsabilidades reales, suceden cosas extraordinarias. Esa verdad cobró vida durante una reciente producción de vídeo detrás de cámaras dirigida por los alumnos del programa Film and Media Pathway ( Cine y Medios de Comunicación) de la Escuela Preparatoria de St. John Bosco High School, donde la colaboración, la fe y las habilidades profesionales en el ámbito de los medios... Continuar leyendo Behind the Camera, Beyond the Classroom: St. John Bosco High School’s Media Pathway Students Bring Real-World Media to Life

Cagliero Life Video – January 2026

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 January linked to the monthly Salesian intention, to be used as a tool for animation, discussion, and sharing within the various youth groups. You can watch the video on Youtube or download it in the shared … Continuar leyendo Cagliero Life Video – January 2026

Un Día de Fe y Renovación con la Familia Salesiana

El 10 de enero tuvo lugar en el salón parroquial de la Iglesia de Santo Domingo Savio una jornada significativa de reflexión espiritual, centrada en el Aguinaldo del Fr. Fabio Attard SBD Rector Mayor para el año 2026, con el tema «Haced lo que Él os diga». El encuentro invitó a los participantes a renovar su compromiso con la fe, el servicio y la esperanza... Continuar leyendo A Day of Faith and Renewal with the Salesian Family

More Than Any Man / Más Que Cualquier Otro Hombre 

By Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB A precious memory during the Christmas Season was of Joseph and Mary bringing Baby Jesus to the Temple and offering Him back to God. They heard Simeon proclaim the Child to be ‘Salvation, ‘Light and Glory’ of nations. Likewise, this second Sunday in Ordinary Time, we hear Isaiah centuries before state about the Messiah and God’s Chosen People, “I will … Continuar leyendo More Than Any Man / Más Que Cualquier Otro Hombre 

Expectations of the Participants: Voices from the 44th Salesian Family Spirituality Days: Valdocco, a Crossroads of Charisms and Cultures

(ANS – Turin) – At the opening of the 44th Salesian Family Spirituality Days (SFSD), Valdocco once again confirmed itself as a worldwide crossroads of charisms, cultures, and ecclesial experiences. Around 350 participants from all five continents, representing the 32 groups of the Salesian Family, have gathered in Turin with a shared desire to live an intense time of communion, attentive listening to the Spirit, … Continuar leyendo Expectations of the Participants: Voices from the 44th Salesian Family Spirituality Days: Valdocco, a Crossroads of Charisms and Cultures

Salesian Education at the Service of the Church: Salesians and Daughters of Mary Help of Christians in Talks with the Dicastery for Culture and Education

(ANS – Vatican City) – On Monday, January 12, 2026, some of the highest authorities of the Salesians of Don Bosco (SDB) and the Daughters of Mary Help of Christians (FMA), together with representatives of their university institutions and the Holy See Dicastery responsible for culture and education, met at the Vatican for a time of listening and shared reflection on the meaning and future … Continuar leyendo Salesian Education at the Service of the Church: Salesians and Daughters of Mary Help of Christians in Talks with the Dicastery for Culture and Education

Italian Catholic Priest Injured in Attempted Robbery Appeals for Security at Churches

(ANS – Benguela) – An Italian member of the Salesians of Don Bosco (SDB) has called for improved security at churches and parish residences after being seriously injured during an attempted robbery at a Salesian community in Angola’s Diocese of Benguela. Fr. Luigi de Liberali was attacked on the night of January 7 when an assailant attempted to break into the Salesians of Don Bosco … Continuar leyendo Italian Catholic Priest Injured in Attempted Robbery Appeals for Security at Churches

Salesian Youth Ministry Assembly

(ANS – Rome) – From Friday, January 10, to Saturday, January 11, the Salesian Youth Ministry Assembly was held at the Salesian National Center, with the presence of the Councilor for the Mediterranean Region, Fr. Juan Carlos Pérez Godoy, in his role as President of the Conference of Salesian Provinces of Italy (CISI). In addition to the Provincials and Youth Ministry Delegates, the Presidents of … Continuar leyendo Salesian Youth Ministry Assembly

Fr. Crisafulli Leads a Morning of Learning and Formation at VIS Headquarters

(ANS – Rome) – On the morning of Tuesday, January 13, 2026, the General Councilor for the Missions, Fr. Jorge Mario Crisafulli, visited the headquarters of Volontariato Internazionale per lo Sviluppo (VIS) in Rome to lead a morning of formation, learning, and exchange with all the staff at the VIS headquarters and representatives from various countries and offices around the world. Also in attendance were … Continuar leyendo Fr. Crisafulli Leads a Morning of Learning and Formation at VIS Headquarters

A Challenge to Our Humanity. Wealth that Risks Making Itself Blind and Deaf

The Message of the Rector Major, Fr. Fabio Attard, SDB The parable of the rich man and Lazarus, found in Luke 16:19–31, is not simply a story about the fair distribution of material wealth. It is a story that penetrates the heart of the human condition, confronting us with a disturbing question: who truly owns whom? Did the rich man own his wealth, or did … Continuar leyendo A Challenge to Our Humanity. Wealth that Risks Making Itself Blind and Deaf

Empoderando a los Jóvenes: Sirviendo, Acompañando y siendo Testigos de su Crecimiento

La semana pasada, tuve la oportunidad de acompañar a los líderes de nuestro Grupo Juvenil Salesiano de Boyle Heights a la Misa del Funeral del Hno. Jerry Weirich, SDB. Estar presentes juntos fue un poderoso recordatorio de que somos una familia Salesiana, caminando juntos no solo en los momentos de alegría, sino también en los momentos de tristeza. Después del servicio, compartimos una comida sencilla... Continuar leyendo Empowering Youth: Serving, Accompanying, and Witnessing Growth

Los Estudiantes del Instituto Bosco Tech entregan Donaciones Navideñas Excepcionalmente a los Veteranos

¡El Club de la Cruz Roja de Don Bosco (Bosco Tech) patrocinó su campaña Navideña de la recolección de Deseos para Veteranos fue una de las más exitosas hasta la fecha! Nuestros generosos estudiantes, padres de familia, profesores y personal donaron casi 2,100 artículos de higiene y productos esenciales para veteranos sin hogar. Después de que concluyeron los exámenes finales, una docena de voluntarios del... Continuar leyendo Bosco Tech Students Deliver Record-Breaking Holiday Donations to Veterans

46 Days to Go: Join Us at the Salesian Family Youth Center Gala!

By JC Montenegro, PhD – (Boyle Heights, California) – There are just 46 days left until our Salesian Family Youth Center Gala on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at Luminarias in Monterey Park! This annual celebration brings our community together to support children and youth in Boyle Heights, providing safe spaces, opportunities, and hope. Enjoy an evening of youth performances, awards, open bar, and community connection, … Continuar leyendo 46 Days to Go: Join Us at the Salesian Family Youth Center Gala!

Publication of the Dossier and Poster of the Holiness of the Salesian Family 2025

(ANS – Rome) – As is traditional, at the beginning of the new year the Dossier and Poster of the Salesian Postulation relating to the previous year are presented. Salesian holiness is a river of life flowing through history: the numbers speak for themselves and reveal a significant spiritual heritage. As of December 31, 2025, the Salesian Family includes 11 Saints, 116 Blesseds, 20 Venerables, … Continuar leyendo Publication of the Dossier and Poster of the Holiness of the Salesian Family 2025

Fr. Bejarano Concludes His Visit to the Sacred Heart of Jesus Province

(ANS – Guayaquil) – Fr. Rafael Bejarano, General Councilor for Youth Ministry, concluded his Animation Visit to the Sacred Heart of Jesus Province of Ecuador (ECU) on Friday, January 9, 2026. During five intense days of visits, conferences, and conversations, Fr. Bejarano became closely acquainted with the educational environments and activities of the various Salesian centers. With rectors and leaders, he shared the Oratory Criterion—the … Continuar leyendo Fr. Bejarano Concludes His Visit to the Sacred Heart of Jesus Province

The Don Bosco Faculty in Rodeo del Medio is Recognized as the Most Awarded Educational Institution in Latin America

(ANS – Rodeo del Medio) – Since 1901, the Don Bosco Faculty located in Rodeo del Medio, in the Province of Mendoza, Argentina, has been a benchmark in enology and the fruit and vegetable industry. It is recognized as the “cradle of Argentine enology.” This tradition has been sustained over time and projected worldwide, with distinguished graduates and degree holders who stand out at both … Continuar leyendo The Don Bosco Faculty in Rodeo del Medio is Recognized as the Most Awarded Educational Institution in Latin America

Pope at Consistory: “It’s Not the Church that Attracts but Christ”

(ANS – Vatican City) – Pope Leo XIV opened the Extraordinary Consistory of Cardinals on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, recalling that Christ draws us to follow Him and warning that division within the Church scatters the faithful. “I am here to listen,” Pope Leo XIV said in his opening address at the Extraordinary Consistory of Cardinals taking place in the Vatican on January 7–8. The Pope began by expressing his … Continuar leyendo Pope at Consistory: “It’s Not the Church that Attracts but Christ”

A Concert in Honor of Saint John Bosco /Un Concierto en Honor a San Juan Bosco

By Raul Vallejo, Salesian Cooperator – (Bellflower, California) – Join us for a special evening of music, youth, and celebration as we honor Saint John Bosco through a beautiful concert performed by the Youth Philharmonic of Orange County. This inspiring event brings together young musicians and the Salesian spirit, using music to celebrate faith, joy, and service—values that Saint John Bosco lived and taught so … Continuar leyendo A Concert in Honor of Saint John Bosco /Un Concierto en Honor a San Juan Bosco

Blessed Titus Zeman Celebrated in Albiano Magra. A Day of Prayer for Vocations

(ANS – Albiano Magra) – On Thursday, January 8, 2026, the parish of Saint Martin Bishop in Albiano Magra, in the Province of Massa-Carrara, celebrated the Blessed Titus Zeman, whose Liturgical Memory was on January 8th. The commemoration is part of the initiative “To YOU for YOU with JESUS” Eucharistic Adoration for Vocations, of the Albiano-Montedivalli Pastoral Unit. Many of the faithful took part in … Continuar leyendo Blessed Titus Zeman Celebrated in Albiano Magra. A Day of Prayer for Vocations

Baptism of the Lord / Bautismo del Señor 

By Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB Last Sunday, the Epiphany celebrated three events: First, the manifestation of Jesus to the Magi, for this Child was born for all nations; Second, the revelation that God was Trinity: the heavens opened as Jesus stepped from the water and the Spirit of God descended upon Him as a Dove, and the Father’s voice declared Jesus His beloved Son; third … Continuar leyendo Baptism of the Lord / Bautismo del Señor 

Aleppo, New Armed Clashes: At Least Seven Victims. Educational Activities Suspended for Security Reasons

(ANS – Aleppo) – At least seven people, including six civilians, were killed in armed clashes that erupted on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, in Aleppo, northern Syria. The fighting involved Syrian government forces and the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), with both sides blaming one another for the recent escalation, while negotiations between the parties have been stalled for several months. According to local sources, drone strikes and fighting in densely populated areas caused civilian and … Continuar leyendo Aleppo, New Armed Clashes: At Least Seven Victims. Educational Activities Suspended for Security Reasons

Salesian Polytechnic University and Salesian Social Network of America Present the ‘Guide to Social-Emotional Development for Educators in Salesian Social Works’

(ANS – Quito) – The Salesian Polytechnic University (UPS), together with the Salesian Social Network of America (RASS), has presented a Guide to Social-Emotional Development for Educators in Salesian Social Works. This publication is the result of a research process promoted by the Salesian Social Network of America (RASS), in collaboration with the Psychology team of the Salesian Polytechnic University – Ecuador and the Salesian Project Ecuador (PSE). The initiative aims to … Continuar leyendo Salesian Polytechnic University and Salesian Social Network of America Present the ‘Guide to Social-Emotional Development for Educators in Salesian Social Works’

San Cataldo Prepares to Welcome the 11th Successor of Don Bosco: A Historic Event Marking the Centenary of the Salesian Presence

(ANS – Rome) – The Sicilian town of San Cataldo, in the Province of Caltanissetta, is preparing to experience two special days—Saturday, January 10, and Sunday, January 11, 2026—filled with meaning, emotion, and shared pride for the arrival of Fr. Fabio Attard, the 11th Successor of Don Bosco and Rector Major of the Salesian Congregation worldwide. The significance of the Rector Major’s visit Fr. Attard’s visit comes at the conclusion of … Continuar leyendo San Cataldo Prepares to Welcome the 11th Successor of Don Bosco: A Historic Event Marking the Centenary of the Salesian Presence

Over 33 Million “Pilgrims of Hope:” Data from the 2025 Jubilee in Rome

(ANS – Rome) – With the closing of the last Holy Door, that of St. Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican, on Tuesday, December 6, 2026, the Solemnity of the Epiphany, the 25th Ordinary Universal Jubilee, proclaimed by Pope Francis with the bull Spes non confundit (“Hope does not disappoint”) and later carried forward by Leo XIV, came to a solemn conclusion. Although there were many ways to experience and savor … Continuar leyendo Over 33 Million “Pilgrims of Hope:” Data from the 2025 Jubilee in Rome

Homilía del Funeral para el Hno. Jerry Weirich, SDB (1940-2025)

Cada vez que le preguntaba al hermano Jerry cómo estaba, ya fuera en 1990, 2021 o incluso en Diciembre del 2025, él respondía con su característica franqueza: «Me estoy muriendo». Y yo le respondía: «Sí, Jerry, todos nos estamos muriendo». Vivía con un realismo salesiano sobre la vida y la muerte, moldeado por su familia, sus ocho hermanos y las innumerables personas y compañeros que... Continuar leyendo Funeral Homily for Br. Jerry Weirich, SDB (1940–2025)

World Day of Peace 2026: Pope Leo XIV Calls for an “Unarmed and Disarming” Peace

(ANS – Vatican) – On the occasion of the 59th World day of Peace, celebrated on January 1, 2026, Pope Leo XIV shared his Message for this anniversary to the Church and the world. In the text, the Holy Father proposes the theme “Peace be with you all. Towards an unarmed and disarming peace,” referring to the greeting of the risen Christ. The Message invites us to rediscover peace as a … Continuar leyendo World Day of Peace 2026: Pope Leo XIV Calls for an “Unarmed and Disarming” Peace

Catholic World Day of Peace: Programs from Salesian Missions that Foster Peace

(ANS – New Rochelle) – Salesian Missions, the U.S. development arm of the Salesians of Don Bosco, joins Catholic organizations worldwide in observing the Catholic World Day of Peace, marked annually on January 1. Established by Pope Paul VI in 1967 and first celebrated in 1968, the day invites people everywhere to reflect on the shared responsibility of building peace. For 2026, Pope Leo XIV has chosen the theme “Peace be with you … Continuar leyendo Catholic World Day of Peace: Programs from Salesian Missions that Foster Peace

(SEEK) BUSCAR en las Alturas: Una Presencia Salesiana de Esperanza y Discernimiento Vocacional

By Luis Chacon, Coordinator of the Salesian Missionary Volunteer Program (Los Angeles, California) – As the Salesian Family gathers for SEEK, one of the largest Catholic conferences for young adults in North America, we do so under this year’s theme: “SEEK in the Heights.” Inspired by the witness of Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati, the conference invites young people to lift their eyes upward and rediscover … Continuar leyendo SEEK in the Heights: A Salesian Presence of Hope and Vocational Discernment

Superiors of the SDB ILE and FMA ILO Communities Meet in Valdocco with the Rector Major, Fr. Fabio Attard

(ANS – Turin) – Fifty superiors of the SDB ILE and FMA ILO communities gathered in Valdocco (Turin) on 2 January 2 for a summit on educational leadership chaired by the Rector Major, Fr. Fabio Attard. The meeting, attended by Salesian rectors (SDB) and superiors of the Daughters of Mary Help of Christians (FMA) led by their respective Provincials, Fr. Roberto Dal Molin and Sr. Stefania … Continuar leyendo Superiors of the SDB ILE and FMA ILO Communities Meet in Valdocco with the Rector Major, Fr. Fabio Attard

Fifteen Thousand Young People Gathered in Paris for the 48th European Taizé Meeting

(ANS – Paris) – Fifteen thousand young people from all over Europe gathered last week in Paris to welcome the new year and experience the 48th European Taizé Meeting. The parishes in the capital and the Île-de-France region mobilized to welcome all these young people, and the Salesian parishes in Paris and Argenteuil also opened their doors: 80 young people were hosted by families in the … Continuar leyendo Fifteen Thousand Young People Gathered in Paris for the 48th European Taizé Meeting

Vibrant “Educational Playgrounds:” Don Bosco Communities Organize Spring Fair 2026

(ANS – Ho Chi Minh) – In the joyful atmosphere marking the beginning of the New Year, Don Bosco communities across Vietnam simultaneously organized the Spring Fair 2026 to celebrate the Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God. Inspired by the Salesian conviction that “education is a matter of the heart,” these celebrations brought together thousands of children and young people, offering them spaces of joy, faith, fraternity, … Continuar leyendo Vibrant “Educational Playgrounds:” Don Bosco Communities Organize Spring Fair 2026

“The Hope of Missionaries and Pastoral Workers Who are Killed is a Hope Filled with Immortality.” Fides Publishes Report on Catholic Missionaries Killed

(ANS – Rome) – Even the hope of missionaries and pastoral workers who are killed is “a hope full of immortality, because their testimony remains as a prophecy of the victory of good over evil.” This is one of the comments by Pope Leo XIV chosen to introduce the usual report published at the end of the year by the Fides Agency on Catholic missionaries and … Continuar leyendo “The Hope of Missionaries and Pastoral Workers Who are Killed is a Hope Filled with Immortality.” Fides Publishes Report on Catholic Missionaries Killed

Reflecting on the 2026 Strenna: A Guide for Deepening Faith and Mission

(Los Angeles, California) – Each year, the Rector Major of the Salesians offers a Strenna—an invitation to reflect on a Gospel-centered theme that guides our prayer, mission, and daily life. The 2026 Strenna, inspired by the Wedding Feast at Cana, invites us to listen attentively to Mary’s words: “Do whatever he tells you.” This simple yet profound message speaks to our everyday experiences as Salesian … Continuar leyendo Reflecting on the 2026 Strenna: A Guide for Deepening Faith and Mission