The 2026 Rector Major’s Message to the Salesian Youth Movement: A Global Conversation on Listening, Friendship, and Truth

(ANS – Rome) – The 2026 Message of the Rector Major to the Salesian Youth Movement has taken on renewed vitality through its recent video presentation, in which the Rector Major, Fr. Fabio Attard, SDB, addresses young people around the world directly and personally. Although the message had already been officially released, this new format allows its central themes to resonate more vividly, fostering deeper … Continuar leyendo The 2026 Rector Major’s Message to the Salesian Youth Movement: A Global Conversation on Listening, Friendship, and Truth

The Salesian Family Youth Center Troop 82563 plays “Cupid Crew”

By Lauren Fishkin, GS Parent (Boyle Heights, California) – Geared up with cards, markers, stickers, and love in their hearts, SFYC Troop 82563 set out with one mission: bring joy and kindness to the seniors in their community. The troop spent time over the course of 2 days working to make over 100 Valentine cards for Hollenbeck Towers, an assisted living senior facility that caters … Continuar leyendo The Salesian Family Youth Center Troop 82563 plays “Cupid Crew”

SFYC Love in Action: Celebrating Youth

By Christina Mendoza, Outreach Coordinator (Boyle Heights, California) – Our new year is off to a great start with many programs offered here at the Salesian Family Youth Center! We see the difference in our students everyday as we gear towards our 4th Annual Gala, Una Noche de Esperanza✨, at the end of the month! Our Gala is quickly approaching—don’t miss the chance to join … Continuar leyendo SFYC Love in Action: Celebrating Youth

MESSAGE FROM POPE LEO XIV FOR LENT 2026: “Listening & Fasting”

(EWTN – Vatican) The PDF version of the Pope Leo’s Message for Lent 2026 or download below Dear brothers and sisters, Lent is a time in which the Church, guided by a sense of maternal care, invites us to place the mystery of God back in the center of our lives, in order to find renewal in our faith and keep our hearts from being consumed … Continuar leyendo MESSAGE FROM POPE LEO XIV FOR LENT 2026: “Listening & Fasting”

Like a Ferrari Without Brakes: Educating About Emotions to Keep Young People on Track

(ANS – Frascati) – News reports in recent weeks paint a picture of a wounded Italy: teenagers wielding knives instead of words, conflicts escalating into tragedy, violence erupting in the very place meant to teach coexistence and guarantee safety—the school. These incidents raise urgent questions for families, institutions, and educational communities, highlighting a generation increasingly struggling with communication, emotional regulation, and relationships. It is precisely … Continuar leyendo Like a Ferrari Without Brakes: Educating About Emotions to Keep Young People on Track

Cagliero Life Video – February 2026

Dear Friend of the Salesian Missions, On the eve of 11th, monthly remembrance of Salesian missions, we are happy to send you the Cagliero Life video of Februarylinked to the monthly Salesian intention, to be used as a tool for animation, discussion and sharing within the various youth groups. This month the topic isILLNESS Enjoy and share! Please let us know what you think about … Continuar leyendo Cagliero Life Video – February 2026

THE MESSAGE OF THE RECTOR MAJOR: Educating to Mercy

(ANS – Rome) – The parable of the Pharisee and the tax collector (Luke 18:9-14), for us as educators and evangelizers, is not simply a moral tale about pride and humility, but a profound revelation about how God encounters us and how we are called to pass on this transformative experience. Faith as a call to a relationship of mercy. When the Pharisee goes up … Continuar leyendo THE MESSAGE OF THE RECTOR MAJOR: Educating to Mercy

Wise Wiser Wisest / Sabio más sabio

By Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB Long before Christ, Moses urged that we keep God’s commandments faithfully. He declared, “This great nation is truly a wise and discerning people”…”For what great nation is there that has gods so close to it as the LORD our God is to us whenever we call upon him.” Thus was the Law set as the source of ancient Wisdom. Living … Continuar leyendo Wise Wiser Wisest / Sabio más sabio

Digi Evangeli: Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time: Feb. 15, 2026 (English and Spanish)

By Fr. Shijumon Thottupurathu, SDB Reflection In English God respects our free will, allowing us to choose the path we wish to follow. When we embrace the Law of the Lord, we are led toward holiness through the grace of forgiveness. By placing our trust in Him, we find the strength to remain loyal to His will.Blessings. Reflexión en Español Dios respeta nuestra libertad , … Continuar leyendo Digi Evangeli: Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time: Feb. 15, 2026 (English and Spanish)