Rector Major Fr. Fabio Attard to Visit Madrid for Two Major Anniversaries

(ANS – Madrid – October 23, 2026) – From October 23–25, Rector Major Fr. Fabio Attard will visit the Salesians in Atocha, Madrid, to mark two important milestones: the 150th anniversary of the founding of the Salesian Cooperators and the 125th anniversary of the Salesians’ arrival in Atocha. Under the motto “A Dream That Continues,” the three-day visit will provide an opportunity to reflect on … Continuar leyendo Rector Major Fr. Fabio Attard to Visit Madrid for Two Major Anniversaries

Cagliero School Celebrates 90 Years with Events, Remembrance, and a “Bridge to Patagonia”

(ANS – Rome – October 23, 2026) – To celebrate its 90th anniversary, the Giovanni Cagliero School in Rome is organizing four days of events, including presentations, educational activities, open houses, and workshops. From October 28–31, the school will host the celebrations in collaboration with the Pius XI Salesian Institute under the motto “One School, One History, One Future.” The initiative honors the legacy of … Continuar leyendo Cagliero School Celebrates 90 Years with Events, Remembrance, and a “Bridge to Patagonia”

Pope Leo XIV Urges Young People to Register for World Youth Day 2027

(ANS – Vatican City – October 22, 2026) – On the feast day of Pope St. John Paul II, founder of World Youth Day (WYD), Pope Leo XIV sent a message to young people around the world, urging them to register for WYD Seoul 2027. He emphasized that the gathering will offer an experience of “an even greater sense of unity, for we are all … Continuar leyendo Pope Leo XIV Urges Young People to Register for World Youth Day 2027

Water in the Congo: Building Wells and Water Supply Systems in Four Locations

(ANS – Brazzaville – October 23, 2026) – One race, four wells, water for the Congo. This is the project that Missioni Don Bosco, the Salesian Mission Office in Turin, Italy, will present at the upcoming Corsa dei Santi, an annual footrace held in Rome on November 1 to celebrate All Saints’ Day. Once again, this charitable event, dedicated to the feast of All Saints … Continuar leyendo Water in the Congo: Building Wells and Water Supply Systems in Four Locations

Salesian Communication Delegates from the Americas Discuss the Way Forward for the Mission on Social Media and Within Communities

(ANS – Santo Domingo – October 22, 2026) – Communication, understood as an expression of Salesian identity and a service to education and evangelization, was the focus of the first day of the Continental Meeting of Communication Delegates from the Americas. Discussions centered on the role of the sector within the Congregation, the relationship between artificial intelligence and human formation, and ways to align provincial … Continuar leyendo Salesian Communication Delegates from the Americas Discuss the Way Forward for the Mission on Social Media and Within Communities

Forming Hearts for Christ: San Luis Rey Church Begins a New Year of Religious Education

By Anthony Rodriguez, Communications Editorial Staff (Laredo, Texas) – At San Luis Rey Church in Laredo, Texas, a new year of religious education brings a powerful sign of a parish community committed to forming the next generation in faith. Fr. Ramon M. Zarate, SDB, recently shared the numbers behind this year’s formation program, and they reflect a vibrant community preparing hundreds of young people to … Continuar leyendo Forming Hearts for Christ: San Luis Rey Church Begins a New Year of Religious Education

Celebrating Our Salesian Family at St. Bridget’s Gala

By Luis Chacon, Coordinator of Youth Ministry (Los Angeles, California – October 20, 2026) – Last Sunday, Salesian young adults and staff members from the Salesian Family Youth Center (SFYC) attended St. Bridget Parish’s gala, celebrating friendship, faith, and community. Supporting their longtime partners was a reminder that being Salesian is a lifelong journey that continues beyond Confirmation or graduation. SFYC looks forward to welcoming … Continuar leyendo Celebrating Our Salesian Family at St. Bridget’s Gala