VIS: 40 Years Beside Youth Around the World with Don Bosco

(ANS – Rome) – Exactly 40 years ago, on March 3, 1986, in Turin, the Salesian NGO Volontariato Internazionale per lo Sviluppo (VIS) (International Volunteering for Development) was founded with the goal of implementing international cooperation projects. On that day, 14 young men and women—dreaming of a more just world—decided to embark on a new journey with a single desire: to stand beside young people … Continuar leyendo VIS: 40 Years Beside Youth Around the World with Don Bosco

Three Important Events of the Salesian Historical Institute (ISS)

(ANS – Rome) – Over the weekend of February 27–28, 2026, three significant meetings of the Salesian Historical Institute (ISS) took place at the Pontifical Salesian University (UPS) in Rome: the Executive Council, the Editorial Board of Salesian Historical Research (RSS), and the ISS Assembly. The meetings began with a moment of prayer and the approval of the minutes from the previous sessions (November 14–15, … Continuar leyendo Three Important Events of the Salesian Historical Institute (ISS)

We’re Hiring: Youth Ministry Office Secretary (Part-Time)

(Bellflower, CA) – The Salesian Youth Ministry Office is currently seeking a dedicated and organized individual to serve as a Part-Time Youth Ministry Office Secretary. This position provides essential secretarial and communications support for the Youth Ministry Office and is based in Bellflower, California. Applicants must be 18 years of age or older and ready to contribute to the mission of accompanying and serving young … Continuar leyendo We’re Hiring: Youth Ministry Office Secretary (Part-Time)

Salesian Reflection for a Changing Continent: The 9th Meeting of the Salesian Provincials of Europe

(ANS – Turin) – The 9th Meeting of the Salesian Provincials of Europe took place over the weekend (February 27–March 1, 2026) in Turin-Valdocco. More than 50 participants gathered at the Salesian Motherhouse to receive key guidelines regarding the renewed Ratio Fundamentalis for Salesian Formation and to discern together the best paths for accompanying vocations and shaping the future of the Salesian presence on the … Continuar leyendo Salesian Reflection for a Changing Continent: The 9th Meeting of the Salesian Provincials of Europe

Salesian Missionary Day 2026: Hearts Open, Mission Alive!

(ANS – Rome) – On the 100th anniversary of the death of Fr. John Cagliero (February 28, 1926), Salesian cardinal and leader of the first Salesian missionary expedition, the Missions Sector launches the Salesian Missionary Day (SMD). This year, the Salesian Missionary Day, promoted by the Missions Sector, focuses on missionary solidarity, particularly the role of Salesian Mission Offices, under the slogan “Hearts Open, Mission … Continuar leyendo Salesian Missionary Day 2026: Hearts Open, Mission Alive!

Burritos, Bendiciones y Gracia Cuaresmal

Al entrar en la tercera semana de Cuaresma, nuestra comunidad en el Centro Misionero Don Bosco en Boyle Heights continúa su iniciativa Obras de Misericordia con renovada dedicación y alegría. Los voluntarios se reunieron temprano para bajar la comida, preparar carne, frijoles y arroz, y organizar el espacio de trabajo para la preparación de burritos. Otros clasificaron cuidadosamente la ropa donada, asegurándose de que cada... Continuar leyendo Burritos, Blessings, and Lenten Grace