By Ricardo Quintero, PhD (Los Angeles, California) – On Saturday, May 30, The Mission Center successfully hosted its Burrito Project while also organizing a free community rummage sale for local underserved community members to select clothing for themselves and their families. Approximately 40 people attended the rummage sale, and all remaining items were taken that same day to Skid Row for individuals experiencing homelessness. We … Continuar leyendo The Works of Mercy Group had an exceptional few days!

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

(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

By Ricardo Quintero, PhD (Los Angeles, California) – This is a busy season of celebrations with family and friends. As we celebrate the birth of our Savior, let us also remember the poor for whom we are called to be Good News. Here is is an opportunity to engage your family and friends in caring for the homeless on Sunday, December 28. It’s simple – … Continuar leyendo Celebrate Christmas by Helping the Homeless in Skid Row

By Rick Quintero, PhD – (Los Angeles, California) – The Works of Mercy volunteers at the Don Bosco Mission Center are honored to host the ninth monthly Burrito Project, continuing our mission to serve the homeless in our beloved city of Los Angeles. As the weather becomes cooler and the days grow shorter, we are in particular need of men’s clothing, suitcases, and storage bags. … Continuar leyendo Works of Mercy: Help the Homeless in Los Angeles

By Ricardo Quintero, PhD At the Salesian Mission Center in Boyle Heights, something truly extraordinary is taking place. It has become a space where people of all ages come together in service to others. At our most recent Burrito Project, for example, youth from the ADMA-Y group at St. Dominic Savio teamed up with volunteers like Luis and Sheila Kun—retirees—and many others from across generations. It’s … Continuar leyendo Something Special Is Happening at the Salesian Mission Center in Boyle Heights

By Martha Hernandez (Boyle Heights – California) – On June 27th, the Solemnity of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, during a Mass presided over by Fr. Peter D. Le, SDB, at the Don Bosco Mission Center, the community enjoyed a beautiful and teachable moment in honor of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. During a special message by Anthony Rodriguez, former religion teacher at Sacred Heart … Continuar leyendo Celebrating the Solemnity of the Sacred Heart of Jesus at the Don Bosco Mission Center