(ANS – Rome) – Work and reflection on missionary animation in the Salesian provinces continue unabated on a global scale. Toward the end of August, two Salesian regions – East Asia-Oceania and Interamerica – met online to continue their respective regional journeys. The Provincial Delegates for Mission Animation (PDMAs) from the East Asia-Oceania Region, coordinated by Fr. Arun Charles Michael of Cambodia, continued the tradition … Continuar leyendo Digital Meetings to Promote and Support Missionary Animation

(ANS – Madrid) – International Literacy Day marks its 60th anniversary under the banner of “Literacy for People, the Planet and Prosperity.” Although progress has been made, 739 million adults still lack basic reading and writing skills, and 273 million children and young people do not have access to schooling. Misiones Salesianas, the Salesian Mission Office in Madrid, emphasizes that education is a right and … Continuar leyendo Literacy Day: The Right to Read and Write Remains an Unfulfilled Dream for 739 Million People Worldwide

(ANS – Mugling) – On Aug. 26, a sudden surge in the Bhote Koshi River, on the border between Nepal and Tibet, triggered by the collapse of a glacial mass and an ice avalanche, caused a devastating flood in the districts of Rasuwa, Nuwakot, Dhading, and Chitwan. The force of the water, accompanied by mud and debris, with some waves reportedly reaching heights of 8–10 … Continuar leyendo A Sudden and Devastating Flood: The Salesian Response to the Emergency

(ANS – New Rochelle) – Salesian Missions, the U.S. development arm of the Salesians of Don Bosco, joins humanitarian organizations and countries around the globe in honoring the International Day of Charity, celebrated each year on Sept. 5. The date was chosen by the United Nations General Assembly to commemorate the anniversary of the passing of Mother Teresa of Calcutta. She received the Nobel Peace … Continuar leyendo International Day of Charity: Salesian Missions Highlights Programs That Meet Basic Needs and Ensure Educational Access