By Luis Chacon Last week, a troubling incident unfolded right outside the Salesian Family Youth Center (SFYC) that left us with mixed feelings of concern and gratitude. As JC and I were leaving the SFYC, we witnessed a disturbing altercation involving three high school students from a nearby school. It was a situation that highlighted the critical role that the SFYC plays in our community, … Continuar leyendo One Day at a Time…

Abstracted by Sheila Kun RN, BA, BSN, MS Sedentary Lifestyle or Sitting Disease is harmful for our health. We presented the prevalence and global data last week recognizing that globally 28% of adults aged 18 and over were not active enough. Now let us explore how bad is inactivity. From Medline Plus online information, it clearly delineates the risks of an inactive lifestyle: From the … Continuar leyendo Inactivity: How Does an Inactive Lifestyle Affect Your Body?

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB En pocas palabras, nuestra lectura de Sabiduría muestra la naturaleza sombría de la ira, que es la ira convertida en una acción aterradora, llamando a ambas “odiosas”. Esta ira furiosa ofende tanto al prójimo como a Dios. Puede convertirse rápidamente en un deseo de venganza, y el escritor de Sirácides advierte que Dios también puede tomar venganza. No te aferres … Continuar leyendo Ira, Odio y Perdón

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB In a few words our Wisdom reading shows the shadowy nature of wrath, which is anger turned into frightening action, calling both ‘hateful.’ This raging anger offends both neighbor and God. It can quickly become a desire for revenge, and Sirach the writer, warns that God too can take vengeance. Don’t cling to anger, he says; don’t feed it, but … Continuar leyendo Anger, Hatred, and Forgiveness

By Luis Chacon On the auspicious occasion of Labor Day, the Salesian community in Los Angeles came together in a heartwarming display of unity and collaboration with the local clergy. This gathering, held in the spirit of fellowship and goodwill, not only celebrated the simple joys of sharing a meal but also emphasized the strengthening of bonds within the Salesian family and the broader community. … Continuar leyendo A Day of Faith, Unity, and Hope: Salesian Community of Los Angeles Celebrates Labor Day with Bishop-elect Brian Nunes

By Luis Chacon The parish of Our Lady of Guadalupe in the City of El Monte recently witnessed a powerful display of unity and solidarity during the Mission Appeal conducted by the Salesian Family Youth Center. Over the course of eight masses, Father Fabian SDB, along with Juan Carlos Montenegro and Luis Chacon, shared the inspiring work carried out at the center and rallied the … Continuar leyendo Salesian Family Youth Center’s Mission Appeal: A Community United in Solidarity

by Fr. Mike Mendl, SDB Bro. Gerard Joseph Richard passed into eternity from Sherbrooke, Que., at 6:45 a.m. on August 31.  Since March 2019 he had been living at a Sherbrooke nursing home, Centre d’hebergement Argyll.  He was a professed coadjutor brother of the Salesians of Don Bosco for 8 days less than 68 years. At 100 years, 7 months, and 1 day, Bro. Gerard … Continuar leyendo Bro. Gerard Richard, SDB (1923-2023)

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB Jesus has told us firmly that we must love God and our neighbor as well. It is also a firm teaching of gospel living that the love we show our neighbor is a sure indication of how much we truly love God. It is not that Jesus simply stated a great principle, “Love God and love your neighbor as yourself.” … Continuar leyendo Proper Conduct Among Us

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB Jesús nos ha dicho con firmeza que debemos amar a Dios y a nuestro prójimo. También es una enseñanza firme de la vida evangélica que el amor que mostramos a nuestro prójimo es una clara indicación de cuánto amamos verdaderamente a Dios. No es simplemente que Jesús haya enunciado un gran principio: “Ama a Dios y ama a tu prójimo … Continuar leyendo Conducta Adecuada Entre Nosotros

Fr. Angel Fernandez Artime, SDB I’m writing these lines, dear friends of Don Bosco and of his precious charism, as I read the draft of the Salesian Bulletin for September. My greeting is the last thing inserted: I’m the last to write – just as Don Bosco used to do – so as to be in step with the content of the forthcoming issue. This … Continuar leyendo Children in a Family: Message of the Rector Major

By Karen Krynen Irasshaimase (welcome in Japanese)!  The Tech welcomed very special guests today all the way from Nakanogo, on Japan’s southern coast! More than 80 students and teachers from 上智大学教育提携校静岡サレジオ Shizuoka Salesio High School (yes, a fellow Salesian school) joined Tech students from our Japanese Language program for tours, classroom visits, a performance by the band, and a delicious lunch.  What an incredible opportunity for our … Continuar leyendo Visit to the Tech by Japanese Salesian High School Students

Abstracted by Sheila Kun RN, BA, BSN, MS From Medline plus, we gathered pertinent information regarding this “invisible, but real” health hazard – inactivity. Also called: Sedentary Lifestyle, Sitting Disease What is an inactive lifestyle? Being a couch potato. Not exercising. A sedentary or inactive lifestyle. You have probably heard of all of these phrases, and they mean the same thing: a lifestyle with a … Continuar leyendo Inactivity: How Big is the Problem?

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB It is hard to miss the theme of this 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time, A. After the first reading from Jeremiah, we will repeat it often, “O Lord my God, my soul is thirsting for You.” This thirst or longing for God, is much the same as to say “I don’t want to go to hell forever. No! I choose … Continuar leyendo Longing for God

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB Es difícil pasar por alto el tema de este 22º Domingo Ordinario, A. Después de la primera lectura de Jeremías, lo repetiremos a menudo: “Oh Señor, mi Dios, mi alma tiene sed de Ti”. Esta sed o anhelo por Dios es en gran medida lo mismo que decir “No quiero ir al infierno para siempre. ¡No! Elijo la alegría eterna … Continuar leyendo Anhelo de Dios

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB Esta es la memorable descripción de nuestra Iglesia pronunciada por el Obispo Fulton Sheen a través de la radio incluso antes de que estuviera en la televisión. En efecto, ciertas cosas perduran. “La Roca”. Así es como Jesús se dirigió a San Pedro durante su largo viaje desde las costas del Mediterráneo. Ahora están al norte del lago y aún … Continuar leyendo Una Roca Sumergida en la Eternidad

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB That is the memorable description of our Church voiced by Bishop Fulton Sheen over radio even before he was on Television. Indeed, certain things are lasting. “The Rock.”— Such is the title given to St. Peter by Jesus during their long journey from the shores of the Mediterranean. They are north of the Lake now and still in the depth … Continuar leyendo A Rock Plunged into Eternity

By Luis Chacon In the heart of Madrid, a remarkable reunion recently took place that celebrated a decade of dedication, service, and the unbreakable bond forged by the Salesian Youth Volunteer program in the West of the United States. Since its inception in 2010, this program has been a driving force in empowering young individuals to make a positive impact on the world. The recent … Continuar leyendo Bridging Continents and Hearts: Uniting Salesian Volunteers Across Time and Space

By Luis Chacon The Salesian Social Network of America (Red Social America Salesiana) recently organized a seminar on the management and measurement of impact in the social sector. The seminar aimed to address the growing concern about measuring the impact of Salesian works, particularly in the context of social projects and initiatives. Led by Dr. Carlos Ballesteros from the Comillas Pontifical University in Spain, the … Continuar leyendo Seminar Explores Measuring Success in the Salesian Social Sector

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB The scriptures this 20th Sunday ‘A’ proclaim the catholicity of the Church, that it exists for all. Even Isaiah, writing centuries before Christ predicted that ‘foreigners’ would come streaming to faith in the one God. They would minister to Him, love His name, serve Him, keep His holy day, offer proper sacrifice, venerate God’s covenant with humans preserved by His … Continuar leyendo Strong Words, Strong Lesson

By Luis Chacon The vibrant participation of young people and leaders from the Salesian Family of the Western United States on day #3 of World Youth Day in Lisbon was marked by spiritual growth, fellowship, and a powerful message of social justice and inclusion. The day commenced with an engaging catechism session, where representatives of St. Dominic Savio Parish and the Salesian Family Youth Center … Continuar leyendo Embracing Social Justice and Pope Francis’ Message of Inclusion 

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB This 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time ‘A’ brings Moses and Elijah together again. Last week at the Transfiguration they stood side by side with Jesus as he revealed his divinity. Now, by wondrous signs, Elijah had arrived at Mount Horeb, the Mountain of God, and we are reminded that through all sorts of distress, the merciful Lord ever awaits our … Continuar leyendo Journeying With Jesus

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB Hay muchos lugares elevados queridos por Dios mencionados en el Antiguo y Nuevo Testamento. Este domingo, San Mateo nos guía al Monte de la Transfiguración. Ninguno de los tres Evangelios que lo mencionan le da un nombre, pero la tradición lo ubica en el Monte Tabor, que se eleva más de 1800 pies desde las llanuras de Galilea. Ahora una … Continuar leyendo Otro Monte Sagrado

By Luis Chacon The Salesian Missionary Volunteer Program Unveiled at the Salesian Family Youth Center In the spirit of our shared mission to serve the young and the needy, I am thrilled to share with you an inspiring experience that took place at the heart of our Salesian Family Youth Center. On a momentous day, July 26, we witnessed the tremendous impact of promoting the … Continuar leyendo Empowering the Next Generation

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB There is an afterlife for us humans. God has his own ongoing existence, In fact, He IS Existence. That is his Name, I Am, I Was, I Will Be forever. He is Eternal. His Kingdom is called Heaven. He is the source of all else that exists. We humans have words for that. We call Him Almighty and Creator. We … Continuar leyendo Treasure, Pearls, Nets, and Heaven

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB Hay una vida después de la muerte para nosotros, los seres humanos. Dios tiene su propia existencia continua, de hecho, Él ES la Existencia. Ese es su Nombre, Yo Soy, Yo Era, Yo Seré por siempre. Él es Eterno. Su Reino se llama el Cielo. Él es la fuente de todo lo demás que existe. Nosotros, los humanos, tenemos palabras … Continuar leyendo Tesoro, Perlas, Redes y Cielo

By Luis Chacon The Salesian Family Youth Center (SFYC) has always strived to be more than just a building, it emphasizes a dynamic and growing spirit that extends far beyond its physical boundaries. A true testament to this vision is the SHOUT Program, an After School Program run by SFYC at Roosevelt High School. As an essential component of the Los Angeles Unified School District’s … Continuar leyendo Strengthening Commitment: SHOUT Program Coordinators Drive Excellence at SFYC

On August 2nd, we celebrate the feast day of Blessed Augustus Czartoryski, a man born into exile in Paris on August 2, 1858, to Prince Ladislaus and Princess Maria Amparo, the daughter of the Queen of Spain. Augustus lived his life both in sickness, having overcome many bouts with disease, and in pursuit of spiritually healing the young and old within his parish. As his … Continuar leyendo Blessed Augustus Czartoryski: A Life of Sacrifice and Devotion

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB On this 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time, it is as if St. Matthew seeks to prove a point. He will say that Jesus never spoke to the crowds without parables (Mt 13:34). Matthew’s choices last Sunday and this are often called ‘Parables of the Kingdom.’ God created us to be saved in our earthly journey toward him, and to live … Continuar leyendo Thy Kingdom Come

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB En este 16 domingo del Tiempo Ordinario, es como si San Mateo buscara demostrar un punto. Él dirá que Jesús nunca habló a las multitudes sin parábolas (Mt 13:34). Las elecciones de Mateo el domingo pasado y este a menudo se llaman ‘Parábolas del Reino’. Dios nos creó para ser salvados en nuestro viaje terrenal hacia Él y vivir con … Continuar leyendo Venga tu Reino

By Brother Al Vu From Aptos, California, After a few years of hiatus due to the pandemic, the summer program of our last Salesian resident camp in the United States is back in full swing once again. The Salesians, along with Cooperators and youth animators, have gathered young people from all over the western part of the US with a good group of kids coming … Continuar leyendo Camp St. Francis – A Summer Experience of Galactic Proportions!

By JC Montenegro, Ph. D. An example of this a popular tool known as ChatGPT, which is an incredible tool that provides an interactive dialogue interface for users to communicate in real-time, it is widely used in the academy and in the industry, however initially ChatGPT required to be feed with data generated by humans, this is better known as Reinforcement Learning from Human Feedback … Continuar leyendo Exploring the Salesian Approach to Artificial Intelligence

By Dcn Jhoni Chamorro, SDB I feel blessed to be part of a different experience this year for the summer! Thanks to Fr. Mel for allowing me to be a part of the Seville Province’s summer program for 2023.  I flew from Mexico City on June 27th to Madrid on my first experience crossing the ocean, thanks be to God! The trip was at night … Continuar leyendo Deacon Summer Experience in Puebla de la Calzada, Seville Spain

By Luis Chacon At the Salesian Family Youth Center, we are always excited to welcome young individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact in the world. Recently, we had the pleasure of hosting a visit from Rachel Griffin, a talented young entrepreneur and author, who graciously shared her time and her inspirational book with the children at our center. Rachel’s visit not only … Continuar leyendo Empowering Youth: Rachel Griffin’s Finding your Smile Echoes Don Bosco’s Vision at the Salesian Family Youth Center

Abstracted by Sheila Kun RN, BA, BSN, MS. Many of the health hazards that we encounter in our daily lives are well publicized.  Take alcohol for example, our governmental policy and organizations like Mothers against drunk driving, did an excellent job of pointing out the ill consequences of alcohol intake and its harmful dire effect on those who drink and drive. We all get it. … Continuar leyendo Care Ministry: Inactivity – A Hidden Health Hazard

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB Nos llamamos cristianos, y la oración de este decimoquinto domingo del tiempo ordinario suplica por nosotros “la gracia de rechazar todo lo que sea contrario al nombre de Cristo y esforzarnos por todo lo que le honra”. Para hacer eso, necesitamos la ayuda de Dios, porque nuestras vidas están llenas de opciones. ¿Qué haremos o diremos? ¿Cómo viviremos? La forma … Continuar leyendo Honra al Nombre de Jesús

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB We call ourselves Christians, and the prayer of this Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time pleads for us “the grace to reject whatever is contrary to the name of Christ and to strive after all that does it honor.” To do that we need help from God because our lives are filled with options. What will we do, or say? How … Continuar leyendo Honor to the Name of Jesus

With gratitude to Almighty God, The Salesians of Don Bosco of the Province of St. Andrew, USA West joyfully announces the Perpetual Profession of our brother Quang Damien Ho, SDB on the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary on Tuesday, August 15th 2023 at 5:00 pm in Saint Dominic Savio Church, 13400 Bellflower Blvd. Bellflower, CA 90706  A Reception will follow the … Continuar leyendo The Perpetual Profession of Salesian Quang Damien Ho, SDB

Abstracted by Sheila Kun RN, BA, BSN, MS. I am glad that the American Stroke Association stresses the importance of family caregivers. As described by one of my friends who had a stroke 5 months ago, her helplessness is beyond words. When I echoed her feelings by saying: “It seems like you were thrown to the floor and now you have to start everything from … Continuar leyendo Care Ministry: Family Caregivers

By Luis Chacon Don Bosco, the founder of the Salesian family, championed the “Our Father” policy, emphasizing the equality of all individuals as children of the same Father. While he avoided political affiliations, his teachings align with the principles of equality, equity, and anti-racism. In a recent conference by Dr. D’Artagnan Scorza, the Executive Director of the Los Angeles County Anti-Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion Initiative, … Continuar leyendo Don Bosco’s “Our Father” Policy: Promoting Equality, Equity, and Anti-Racism

By Jc Montenegro, PhD After dedicating more than two decades of service to Camp Savio, I have been fortunate enough to witness numerous campers grow into counselors. This transition, which I previously overlooked, now fills me with immense appreciation for the Camp Savio culture we have fostered through our unwavering commitment, love, and care for the children and youth who participate in our camp. In … Continuar leyendo Camp Savio: A Haven of Memories, Growth, and Unconditional Love

By Luis Chacon Last week marked the commencement of Camp Salesian, the eagerly anticipated summer camp organized by the Salesian Family Youth Center. This first week was filled with an atmosphere of celebration, fostering personal growth, community service, and a deepening understanding of faith. With over 70 enthusiastic volunteers from various high schools in the area, Camp Salesian truly embodied the spirit of giving back … Continuar leyendo Celebrating Unity and Faith: A Joyful Week at Camp Salesian

By Luis Chacon Salesian Family Youth Center Empowers Parish Communities It has been more than a year since the Mission Animation Team of the Salesian Province of the West of the United States embarked on a remarkable journey of collaboration with various parishes in the Archdiocese of Los Angeles. Their mission extended beyond sharing the Salesian Family Youth Center; they sought to disseminate the profound … Continuar leyendo Unveiling God’s Mission

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB There was a woman who thoroughly believed that the Prophet Elisha was a man of God. She arranged not only passing meals for him, but also set up a spare room for any time he passed. God wished to reward her hospitality, and he sent word through his prophet that she and her husband must rejoice, for “This time next … Continuar leyendo Stand in the Light

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB Había una mujer que creía firmemente que el profeta Eliseo era un hombre de Dios. No solo le proporcionaba comidas cuando pasaba, sino que también le preparó una habitación de invitados para cualquier momento en que él estuviera de paso. Dios deseaba recompensar su hospitalidad, y envió un mensaje a través de su profeta diciendo que ella y su esposo … Continuar leyendo Párate en la Luz

The Message of the Rector Major Don Ángel Fernández Artime, SDB This June I wish to present to you the reality of the meaning of the Basilica of the Sacred Heart in Rome (Sacro Cuore). It is a church with a very great history – one that has its roots in Don Bosco himself – for at the Pope’s request he spent the last years … Continuar leyendo Education’s Heart of Gold

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB A principios de este mes, la Iglesia en su conjunto celebró la Solemnidad del Corpus Christi Año A. Este domingo es el duodécimo domingo del Tiempo Ordinario. Sin embargo, la Santa Misa solemne que utilizamos al final de este mes para conmemorar los 125 años de servicio al pueblo de Dios en nuestra parroquia es la del Cuerpo y la … Continuar leyendo Santo Sacrificio de la Misa

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB Earlier this month the Church at large celebrated the Solemnity of Corpus Christi Year A. This Sunday is the 12th Sunday in Ordinary Time. However, the Solemn Mass we use at the close of this month to mark 125 Years of Service to God’s people at our Parish is that of the Body and Blood of Christ,  Corpus Christi Year … Continuar leyendo Holy Sacrifice of the Mass

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB All that we say, all that we do ought to respect our calling from God. We are God’s creatures intended by him to live one life on earth and a second in the life to come, close to him. We are created for salvation. However, reaching eternal life in heaven is not automatic—that no matter what we do or what … Continuar leyendo God My Savior

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB Todo lo que decimos, todo lo que hacemos debe respetar nuestro llamado de Dios. Somos criaturas de Dios destinadas por Él a vivir una vida en la tierra y otra en la vida futura, cerca de Él. Fuimos creados para la salvación. Sin embargo, alcanzar la vida eterna en el cielo no es automático; no importa lo que hagamos o … Continuar leyendo Dios Mi Salvador

By Karen Krynen ROSEMEAD, CA – Don Bosco Technical Institute (Bosco Tech) has announced the appointment of Luis Garza, an alumnus and past Dean of Technology of the school, as Assistant Principal of Science, Engineering & Technology. In this role, Garza will advance the development of technological curriculum, expand the growing robotics programs, guide technology department chairs in the acquisition of new and relevant educational … Continuar leyendo Bosco Tech Names Assistant Principal of Science, Engineering & Technology

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB The Old Testament reading of Sunday’s Solemnity already proclaims that for God we human beings need something beyond ordinary daily bread. His people must never forget their need for him. For forty years of wandering, He had tested their obedience to see if they intended to fulfill his every word. They must never forget the signs of his care, the … Continuar leyendo Sacred Body and Blood of Christ

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB El Nuevo Testamento continúa mencionando a un solo Dios. Sin embargo, muchos pasajes hacen referencia constante a Dios Padre, Dios Hijo y Dios Espíritu Santo. Nosotros, los cristianos, concluimos que la única naturaleza de Dios debe tener tres manifestaciones distintas. Nuestros limitados lenguajes humanos no pueden encontrar una mejor manera de reconocer esto que hablar de un solo Dios que … Continuar leyendo Sagrado Cuerpo y Sangre de Cristo

By Luis Chacon On Sunday, June 4, some members of the Mission Animation Team of the Western United States Salesian Province had the honor of representing the Salesian Family Youth Center at Sacred Heart and Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish for the annual Mission Appeal. Juan Carlos Montenegro and Luis Chacon, members of the team, seized the opportunity to share the mission of the Salesian … Continuar leyendo Embracing the Salesian Charism: Mission Appeal at Sacred Heart and Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish

By Luis Chacon The Salesian Youth Leadership Conferences (SYLC) of 2021 brought about a unique and innovative approach, combining in-person participation at local Salesian presences with virtual connections to other groups across the Salesian Province of the Western United States. Despite the challenges posed by the hybrid modality, this SYLC has proven to be transformative, giving rise to a remarkable idea that has already made … Continuar leyendo Inspiring Change: 2021 Salesian Youth Leadership Conference Leaves a Lasting Impact

Join us for the LA/SGV SEARCH Young Adult Encounter Weekend Retreat! Discover a transformative experience filled with spirituality, personal growth, and meaningful connections. From June 16th to 18th, immerse yourself in the serene atmosphere of St. Joseph’s Salesian Youth Retreat Center in Rosemead, CA. Organized by the esteemed “Search” Ministry, this retreat concludes at 12pm on Father’s Day, making it a perfect gift for both … Continuar leyendo LA/SGV SEARCH Young Adult Encounter Weekend Retreat

By Karen Krynen ROSEMEAD, CA  – Don Bosco Technical Institute (Bosco Tech) will host commencement exercises for the graduating class of 2023 on Saturday, June 3, at 5 p.m. This year’s keynote speaker is Mario Diaz. A 1986 graduate of Bosco Tech’s Metallurgy program, Diaz is the 21st Under Secretary of the U.S. Army. As the Deputy Under Secretary of the Army, he is the … Continuar leyendo Bosco Tech to Host Commencement of Mario Diaz, Secretary of the U.S. Army 

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB El Nuevo Testamento continúa mencionando a un solo Dios. Sin embargo, muchos pasajes hacen referencia constante a Dios Padre, Dios Hijo y Dios Espíritu Santo. Nosotros, los cristianos, concluimos que la única naturaleza de Dios debe tener tres manifestaciones distintas. Nuestros limitados lenguajes humanos no pueden encontrar una mejor manera de reconocer esto que hablar de un solo Dios que … Continuar leyendo Padre, Hijo, Espíritu Santo

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB The New Testament continues to mention one God. Many passages, however, make constant reference to God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit. We Christians conclude that the one nature of God must have three distinct manifestations. Our limited human languages can find no better way to acknowledge this than to speak of One God who is … Continuar leyendo Father, Son, Holy Spirit

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB San Juan en su Evangelio podría haber dicho mucho más acerca de la aparición de Jesús a los Apóstoles después de su resurrección. En cambio, Juan se limitó a una verdad que estaba en lo más profundo de su mente: que Jesús vino a ellos a través de puertas cerradas, se paró en medio de ellos y les otorgó su … Continuar leyendo Perdón Amoroso

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB St. John in his Gospel could have said much more about the appearance of Jesús to the Apostles after his resurrection. Instead, John limited himself to a truth uppermost in his mind, that Jesus came to them through locked doors, stood in their midst and granted them his peace. They had been afraid of persecution, and no doubt also felt … Continuar leyendo Loving Forgiveness

By Luis Chacon As members of the Salesian Family, we were eagerly anticipating the joyous celebration of the Feast of Mary Help of Christians this May 24th. The occasion holds immense significance for us, as it provides an opportunity to reflect upon and honor the beautiful dedication to Mary that is deeply ingrained within our Salesian tradition. In this article, we will embark on a … Continuar leyendo Mary Help of Christians: Our Guiding Light and Protector in the Salesian Family

MARY HELP OF CHRISTIANS IN THE “CITY OF ETERNAL HEAT” “Once again in my travels around the Salesian world I was able to see for myself that Mary Help of Christians—as Don Bosco promised—is a beacon that illuminates, a safe harbor, and maternal love for her Son and for all of us, her sons and daughters.” My dear friends, faithful readers of the Salesian Bulletin, … Continuar leyendo The Message Of The Rector Major Don Ángel Fernández Artime

By Luis Chacon In our lives, we often encounter experiences that shape us and remind us of the importance of being prepared to face difficult situations. As someone who has lived in multiple Salesian orphanages throughout Mexico and Colombia, I have witnessed the painful struggles of young people who have attempted to end their lives. However, I am grateful to share that, in the cases … Continuar leyendo Understanding Suicide Prevention: Promoting Mental Health Awareness During May

After faithfully serving St. Bridget Chinese Catholic Church for 17 years, Fr. John Lam, SDB retired from the parish on May 1, 2023. Fr. Lam is a kind and compassionate pastor, always available to help someone in need. He was present to welcome newborns, joined couples through the Sacrament of marriage, visited the sick, and walked with many through the final steps of life. Fr. … Continuar leyendo St. Bridget Chinese Catholic Church Thanks Fr. John Lam, SDB for 17 Years of Service

By Miriam Hernandez CYM Judy Alvarez, a Salesian Cooperator, has been volunteering at the Salesian Family Youth Center, helping with our Girl Scouts Troop. She has been a great example of cooperators at work, using her experience and skills to contribute to the development of our program.  Judy Alvarez’s work with the Girl Scouts has been remarkable. She consistently goes above and beyond to provide … Continuar leyendo Salesian Cooperator Judy Alvarez – Volunteering at Salesian Family Youth Center 

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB Las representaciones de San Pablo sobre el hecho de la ascensión de Jesús al Cielo son impactantes. Entre ellas se encuentra Efesios 2:6-11. Pablo registró desde la prisión lo conmovido que estaba al saber de su fuerte fe. Pronunció una oración llena de emoción por ellos y agregó con profundo sentimiento una petición de que permanezcan unidos en imitación de … Continuar leyendo Ascensión del Señor

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB St. Paul’s renderings of the fact of Jesus ascending into Heaven are striking. Among them is Ephesians 2:6-11. Paul recorded from prison how moved he was to know of their strong faith. He uttered a soulful prayer for them and added with deepest feeling a petition that they stand together in imitation of the humble obedience of Christ. It is … Continuar leyendo Ascension of the Lord

By JC Montenegro, PhD Loneliness among young people is a growing concern in today’s society, and it’s important to explore solutions on this issue. The Catholic League recently published an article about this topic, exploring the reasons behind this phenomenon and offering suggestions for how we can combat it. One of the reasons for the increase in loneliness among young people is the rise of … Continuar leyendo Combating Loneliness Among Young People: Strategies and the Role of Community Organizations  

By Luis Chacon On the day of St. Dominic Savio, the Salesian Family Youth in the Parish of Santa Isabel and St. Mary’s came together to celebrate a very special occasion. This year’s celebration was particularly significant as it marked the first communion of the catechism members of both parishes. It was a day filled with joy and excitement as the children and adolescents received … Continuar leyendo Savoring the Joy: St. Dominic Savio Day Celebrations Bring First Communions to LA Youth

By Marisol Becerra from the Province Salesian Youth Ministry Office USA West SYLC participants gathered for the SYLC Workshop at Salesian College Preparatory in Richmond, CA.  Salesian Youth Movement Commission On April 18th, the first meeting of the Salesian Youth Movement Commission took place. This meeting was led by Monica Rosales, who is the Salesian Youth Movement Coordinator. Youth from different communities around our Province … Continuar leyendo Salesian Youth Ministry Office April 2023 Recap 

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB The Last Supper is marked by many signs of love. St. John’s Gospel makes that abundantly clear. Jesus knew that his hour to depart had come,  and “Having loved his own who were in the world, He loved them to the end” (Jn 13:1). As a sign of his love, Jesus stooped down to wash the feet of his friends. … Continuar leyendo Mutual Love

By Luis Chacon Last Friday, the Salesian Family Youth Center celebrated the Mexican holiday of 5 de Mayo with a bang. The event was a resounding success, bringing together children, youth, and staff members to celebrate Mexican culture and traditions. The highlight of the celebration was the historical review presented by the Youth Center staff. The presentation was a wonderful opportunity for the children and … Continuar leyendo ¡Viva La Fiesta: Salesian Family Youth Center Celebrates 5 de Mayo!

By Luis Chacon The De La Salle Christian Brothers recently organized a heartfelt farewell dinner in gratitude to Father John Lam for his many years of dedicated service to the ministry at Cathedral High School. Father Lam, who had been celebrating daily mass for the community of the Christian Brothers, has been a beloved figure in the community, and the dinner was a wonderful opportunity … Continuar leyendo Fraternity in Service: Celebrating the Legacy of Father John Lam with the De La Salle Christian Brothers

By Luis Chacon The Salesian Family Youth Center recently had the honor of participating in the Accenture Pancakes & Politics Speaker Series at The Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce. This event brought together a variety of leaders from across the community, including Los Angeles City Council President Paul Krekorian. It was an incredible opportunity for our organization to learn more about the pressing issues … Continuar leyendo Pancakes, Politics, and Progress: Salesian Family Youth Center Takes Action with Local Leaders in LA

Abstracted by Sheila Kun RN, BA, BSN, MS. Stroke is a devastating diagnosis that renders the patient dependent on care-givers. Many feel that they are starting a new life from scratch. Oftentimes they have to learn how to speak, walk and eat again. You can imagine the emotional stress and the over-size impact on their lives. It is critical to recognize that depression is real. … Continuar leyendo Depression and Stroke

By Luis Montenegro The Salesian Family Youth Center and the young leaders of the Saturday’s Oratory of the Saint Dominic Savio Parish recently participated in #ThisGen youth empowerment forum presented by META. The event was held on April 22nd at the Tournament House in Pasadena and was dedicated to youth and young adults between the ages of 16 and 22. The event featured industry leaders … Continuar leyendo #ThisGen Empowerment Forum: Salesian Family Youth Center and Saturday’s Oratory of the Saint Dominic Savio Parish Leaders Take the Stage!

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB On 1st May we commemorated St. Joseph the Worker. The first reading of that Mass celebrated God at work as Creator and caregiver. The Gospel celebrated the Holy Family, Joseph at work caring for his family, Mary, Mother in a working household, Jesus as the Carpenter’s Son. Very likely, Joseph’s ancestry went way back to those families who chose far … Continuar leyendo God Works

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB El 1 de mayo conmemoramos a San José Obrero. En la primera lectura de esa misa, se celebró a Dios trabajando como creador y cuidador. El evangelio celebró la Sagrada Familia, José trabajando cuidando a su familia, María, la Madre en un hogar trabajador, Jesús como el Hijo del Carpintero. Muy probablemente, el linaje de José se remonta a esas … Continuar leyendo Dios Trabaja

By Fr. Gildasio Mendes – SDB Don Bosco was a writer, Don Bosco was a journalist, Don Bosco was a great Church communicator. He wrote a variety of texts such as hagiographies, historical texts on the Church, but also writings on education, religion and formation in general. There are 1,174 of his documents in all. Not only that. Our founder was also a journalist. In … Continuar leyendo Don Bosco and His Vision of Communication: a Great Network at the Service of Youth

Written by the Province Salesian Youth Ministry Office USA West Gina Robles and Marisol Becerra Youth Center Commission Meetings In March, there were two meetings with the youth centers commission from our province. The first meeting was on March 8th via Zoom and the second meeting was on March 22nd in person in Sts. Peter and Paul Church in San Francisco, CA. These meetings were … Continuar leyendo Youth Ministry Office March Recap 2023

By Luis Chacon Building Bridges of Collaboration: Salesian Missions Director and Salesian Volunteers Program Coordinator of the Western US Visits Salesian Province of the East Coast Last week we had the opportunity to attend a convention in Washington DC, hosted by the Chamber of Commerce of the Los Angeles Area. During this convention, we had the privilege to advocate on behalf of minorities, women, and … Continuar leyendo Building Bridges of Collaboration

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB Desde el Día de Pascua en adelante, los Evangelios registran testigos tras testigos de la Resurrección. Las mujeres que encontraron la tumba vacía fueron aseguradas por un ángel de que Jesús había resucitado. Corrieron para contarles a los Apóstoles. Pedro y Juan corrieron y encontraron las vendas funerarias, pero no a Jesús. María Magdalena lo vio primero. También se encontró … Continuar leyendo Gracias, Tomas

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB From Easter Day on, the Gospels record witness after witness of the Resurrection. The women who found the empty tomb, were assured by an angel that Jesus had risen. They raced back to tell the Apostles. Peter and John ran and found the burial cloths, but not Jesus. Mary Magdalene saw him first. He also met with two disciples sadly … Continuar leyendo Thank You, Thomas

The Don Bosco Global Youth Film Festival is currently accepting submissions. Filmmakers are to create projects around the theme: Love Builds Peace and Solidarity. The contest is open in two categories: Ages 14-19; Ages 20-25. Open to Salesians across the Globe from all Provinces! Submissions do not have to be spoken in English. NOTE: Every film not in English MUST include English subtitles!!!! Last day … Continuar leyendo Don Bosco Global Youth Film Festival

Abstracted by Sheila Kun RN, BA, BSN, MS. The American Stroke Association has a detailed discussion of risk factors for stroke. Last week, we went over some major risk factors. This week, we complete the discussion with the following situations that might put you at risk for stroke.  High Blood Cholesterol Large amounts of cholesterol in the blood can build up and cause blood clots … Continuar leyendo Care Ministry: Stroke Risk Factors You Can Control, Treat, and Improve (Part 2)

By JC Montenegro, Ph.D. The Salesian Family Youth Center of Los Angeles recently had the honor of participating in the ACCESS DC event, hosted by the LA Chamber of Commerce in Washington DC. This event provided a platform for small businesses to meet with members of Congress representing California and advocate for equal opportunities. During these meetings, the Salesian Family Youth Center emphasized the significance … Continuar leyendo Salesian Family Youth Center of Los Angeles Advocates for Education and Small Business in Washington DC

By Luis Chacon Empowering Youth for a Better Future through Collaboration with Fr. Thom Pallithanam and the Salesian Western Province  We are excited to share that JC Montenegro and I, representing the United States Western Province, are collaborating with Fr. Thomas Pallithanam, SDB, Salesian Representative to the United Nations, to participate in The Youth Forum. We are also proud to be taking a young representative … Continuar leyendo Joining Forces with the United Nations

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB Todo lo que le sucedió a Cristo, su temor en el jardín, el arresto ilegal, el falso juicio ante Caifás, el injusto juicio ante Pilato, la sangrienta flagelación y burla, la muerte por crucifixión, los pulmones y el corazón atravesados por una lanza, colocado en la tumba de otro, todo esto era casi increíble. ¡Jesús era el Hijo de Dios! … Continuar leyendo Maravilla de Maravillas

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB All that happened to Christ, his dread in the garden, unlawful arrest, false hearing with Caiaphas, unjust trial before Pilate, bloody scourging and mockery, death by crucifixion, lungs and heart pierced by a spear, laid in another’s tomb, all this was next to unbelievable. Jesus was Son of God! But we know too, the depths of hatred and evil man … Continuar leyendo Wonder of Wonders

Abstracted by Sheila Kun RN, BA, BSN, MS. The most often asked question with most medical conditions is: “How can I prevent this problem?” On the topic of stroke prevention, from the American Stroke Association, the following risk factors are depicted for your reference.  High Blood Pressure High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a leading cause of stroke and the most significant controllable risk factor. … Continuar leyendo Care Ministry: Stroke Risk Factors You Can Control, Treat, and Improve

By Luis Chacon On a recent weekend, the Salesian High School Bishop Mora hosted a retreat for the leaders and servants of the Parishes of Santa María and Santa Isabel, led by Father Marcos Castillo with the theme of the Broken Christ. During the retreat, participants were able to reflect on the Broken Christ and what it means for us as individuals and as a … Continuar leyendo Reflections on the Retreat for the Parishes of Santa María and Santa Isabel

A Letter from the Provincial Coordinator for Salesian Schools Dear Salesian Family and Friends,  As we enter into this Holy Week, I am reminded of Don Bosco’s adage: “We must cultivate charity in the habit of humility.” Educative and pastoral charity is at the heart of his educational approach to working with the young.   Placing the Young at the Center Far too often the … Continuar leyendo Letter From the Province

By Luis Chacon On March 24, the Salesian Family Youth Center initiated a systematization process to analyze and document their best pastoral practices. This process aims to maintain and promote these practices while serving as an example and reference for other similar institutions. During the meeting, the team identified four specific objectives to be achieved in the coming months of work. The general objective is … Continuar leyendo The Salesian Family Youth Center Enhances Best Pastoral Practices

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB Dos eventos separados son recordados este domingo antes de la Pascua. El primero es la entrada triunfal del Señor en Jerusalén. El segundo evento es el de la Pasión del Señor. En domingos pasados hemos leído el Evangelio de San Juan, pero este día volvemos al de San Mateo honrando tanto la entrada como la Pasión del Señor. El relato … Continuar leyendo Domingo de Ramos: Pasión del Señor

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB Two separate events are recalled on this Sunday before Easter. The first is the Lord’s Triumphal Entry into Jerusalem. The second event is that of the Lord’s Passion. On past Sundays we have met the Gospel of St. John, but this day returns to that of St. Matthew honoring both the Entry and the Lord’s Passion. Matthew’s account is detailed … Continuar leyendo Palm Sunday: Passion of the Lord

By Luis Chacon Last week, from Tuesday to Thursday, the workers of LAUSD went on strike, causing all district schools to close. For many parents, this posed a significant challenge as they didn’t have the means to care for their children during the day. As a result, many young students were left without supervision and were at risk of spending the day on the streets. … Continuar leyendo Salesian Family Youth Center Steps Up During LAUSD Strike

Abstracted by Sheila Kun RN, BA, BSN, MS. Now that we know how prevalent stroke is from last week’s statistics (1 in 6 people), I feel it is prudent for us to review the warning signs so that we can render help right away. The following is from the American Stroke Association. It is very well written. I hope you find time reading it.  F.A.S.T. … Continuar leyendo Care Ministry: Stroke – Know the Symptoms For FAST Actions

By Luis Chacon Last Friday, a sporadic Homeless Outreach was carried out by Salesian Youth Leaders of the Province. Year after year, Salesian Youth Leadership Conferences (SYLC) are held with a Social Justice activity to invite young Salesian leaders to make a change in the community. This year, Miguel, a student at Bosco Technical Institute, who was a member of the SYLC organizing team in … Continuar leyendo Salesian Youth Make a Difference

By Luis Chacon The car wash was a huge success, and the community came together in support of the Leadership Team. Thanks to the hard work and dedication of everyone involved, the fundraiser was able to raise enough funds to pay for the High School Senior expenses like prom, grad night, yearbook, and other necessary expenses. The Salesian Family Youth Center at Roosevelt High School … Continuar leyendo Salesian Family Youth Center Supports Public High School Students in Their Achievements & Celebrations 

Dear Salesian Family and Friends, Fr. Alejandro Rodríguez, professor of Salesian Education at the ISS in Berkeley, has published a number of books in Spanish and English since joining the Formation Team at Don Bosco Hall in 2020. His latest contributions includes a monograph entitled Benevolencia en San Francisco de Sales: Algunas ideas Educativo-pastorales en la formación de la persona (Berkeley: Institute of Salesian Studies, … Continuar leyendo New Offerings in Salesian Educational Leadership at the ISS 

Salesian Province of the United States West Collaborates with RASS to Enhance Social Work The Salesian Province of the United States West recently held a meeting to analyze the situation of its social works. This meeting was directed by the “RASS” (Red América Social Salesiana), a network that creates articulation, training, and communication between more than 180 works and around 500 programs and social services … Continuar leyendo Building Stronger Communities

As a member of the Salesian Family Youth Center, I was reminded of a story from the life of Don Bosco when he was young and one of his best friends was Jewish. Despite their religious differences, they were able to do good for each other and work for the good of their community. This story came to mind on March 16, when I had … Continuar leyendo From Strangers to Empathy: Lessons from a Faith Leader Listening Session

By Juan Carlos Montenegro The annual celebration of Mission Day The Salesians in Bellflower, California, are hard at work creating a safe and welcoming environment for young people by offering training to become a Salesian Missionary volunteer at Camp Savio. The five-week program runs from the end of June through the whole of July in 2023, and training has already begun with around 160 young … Continuar leyendo The Power of the Salesian Community 

The Salesian Family Youth Center, along with other Salesian Boys and Girls Clubs and Youth Centers, participated in a face-to-face meeting focused on the revision of the Strategic Planning of the Salesian Province of the West of the United States. The meeting was led by Father Fabian Cardenas, Delegate of the Salesian Youth Ministry, and Father Mel Trinidad, Provincial. During the meeting, the participants discussed … Continuar leyendo Salesian Youth Centers Unite!

Abstracted by Sheila Kun RN, BA, BSN, MS. Aging is a diagnosis with 100% mortality. We seniors know it too well. As we grow older, we have fewer birthday or wedding parties. On the contrary, we attend more funeral services than we want to. Recently I have heard more friends and acquaintances coming down with strokes. Hence, I decided to spend the next few weeks … Continuar leyendo Care Ministry: Stroke – A Senior’s Nightmare

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB Fue Juan, el Apóstol y Evangelista, y solo él entre los Doce, quien siguió a Jesús hasta el Calvario. En este quinto domingo de crepúsculo, la primera Escritura recuerda la injusticia de la muerte de Jesús. En el Evangelio, Juan describe el supremo acto de amistad y amor del Salvador, un acto que impulsó a Jesús a las manos de … Continuar leyendo Reina La Injusticia

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB It was John, the Apostle and Evangelist and he alone among the Twelve, who followed Jesus to Calvary. On this 5th Sunday of gathering dusk, the first Scripture recalls the injustice of Jesus’ death. In the Gospel, John describes the supreme act of friendship and love of the Savior, an act which propelled Jesus into the hands of evil men, … Continuar leyendo Injustice Reigns

By Fr. Alejandro Rodriguez, SDB During his time, Don Bosco took full  advantage of the use of communication tools within his reach to do the greatest  possible good for the Church and for young  people in particular. Let us recall that  Don Bosco committed himself to a lot of  writing, which included: numerous letters  to benefactors and members of the Salesian  Family, several volumes on … Continuar leyendo Presence & Accompaniment Through Salesian Educative-Pastoral Resources

Fr. Paul was an inspiration to my husband Deacon Ed and myself. We became very close when he was in Tampa. He went to the Vatican and sent us a signed note from the pope and a papal blessing. That was the kind of man he was, he was always concerned about others. He was so spiritual and so funny. He will be greatly missed. I am sorry now I … Continuar leyendo Memories of Fr. Paul Chuong Nguyen

Fr. Paul Chuong Nguyen, SDB, a member of the New Rochelle Province, suffered a heart attack on the morning of March 8 and died in his room in Rosemead, Calif., where he had been serving in the Salesian community since 2014 as coordinator of the Youth Renewal Center retreat house. He was 64 years old and had been a professed Salesian for more than 43 … Continuar leyendo Father Paul Chuong Nguyen, SDB (1958-2023)

By Socorro M. Manzanilla Father Paul was our good shepherd for almost a decade. Fr. Paul ‘s vision of raising up the retreat center focused on getting to know all his parishioners, youth and greater community, as well as our Vietnamese brothers and sisters. He was open about sharing accounts of his journey from Vietnam to the United States and grateful to be a Salesian … Continuar leyendo Our Good Shepherd

By Sheila Kun, Salesian Cooperator If I have to depict the life of Fr. Paul, the word “restless” came to mind. Without a doubt, Fr. Paul was a true SDB who was restless all his life; he could not sit still to rest or take a decent meal. He was always full of creative ideas to plan for a new project or ways to improve … Continuar leyendo Fr. Paul Chuong Nguyen A “Restless” Life Well Lived!

By Luis Chacon, Salesian Volunteers Coordinator The Salesian Volunteers Program is mourning the loss of Fr. Paul, a Salesian of Don Bosco who recently passed away. Fr. Paul was a true Salesian Missionary at heart and played a vital role in the success of the Salesian Volunteers Program. Fr.  Paul was a beacon of hope for the poorest and most needy in society, and his … Continuar leyendo Fr. Paul, a Salesian Missionary of Empathy and Service

By Fr. Ed Liptak Los Evangelios de San Juan prefieren enseñar quién es Jesús y por qué debemos creer en él recordando algunos de los grandes signos que Jesús realizó. El domingo pasado escuchamos cómo la mujer samaritana en el pozo lo reveló como posiblemente “el Cristo” a los habitantes de su pueblo. Jesús mismo confirmó que era realmente el Mesías. Los habitantes del pueblo … Continuar leyendo Herramientas Didácticas de Juan

St. John’s Gospels prefer to teach who Jesus is and why we should believe in him by recalling several of the great signs Jesus worked. Last Sunday we heard of how the Samaritan woman at the well revealed him as possibly “the Christ” to her townsfolk. Jesus himself confirmed that he was indeed the Messiah. The townsfolk confessed him to be “Savior of the world.” … Continuar leyendo John’s Teaching Tools

By Bro. Al Vu, SDB Over the course of three days, February 24-26, 2023, thousands descended upon Anaheim, California for the annual Archdiocese of Los Angeles Religious Education Congress. It is the largest gathering of Catholic educators, catechists, and ministers in the nation. This year’s theme: Embrace Grace fueled the many workshops, presentations, and keynotes. In his keynote, Bishop Joseph Espaillat, an auxiliary bishop of … Continuar leyendo Religious Education Congress 2023: Embrace Grace

Dr. Juan Carlos Quirarte’s Message on Salesian Mission Day The annual celebration of Mission Day in the Salesian Province of the Western United States was held recently, and it was a momentous occasion as Juan Carlos Quirarte Ph. D, a former Salesian priest who now works for an organization linked to the United Nations, was invited to share his thoughts on the “Strenna” of the … Continuar leyendo Understanding Violence and Building a Better World

By Luis Chacon As a Salesian lay missionary, I had the honor of promoting the Salesian mission at the Annual Religious Education Congress in Anaheim, California. This event provided an opportunity to share the Salesian Charism with a broader audience, particularly within the framework of the “Strenna” of the Rector Major of the Salesians this year, which focuses on the lay dimension in the family … Continuar leyendo A Missionary’s Experience: Promoting the Salesian Charism at the Annual Religious Education Congress

By Sr. Mary Greenan, FMA It was at the same time both simple and  profound. Three key factors were on display  representing three essential elements of the  Salesian booth at the LA Religious Education  Congress 2023:  1) The Salesian name or ‘brand,’   2) Education of the young and   3) Don Bosco appearing behind the shoulder  of the towering statue of a life-size Mary, Help of … Continuar leyendo The Booth: From the Inside Out

Abstracted by Sheila Kun RN, BA, BSN, MS. Accidents do happen. Do you know what to do when you fall? Let us update ourselves as to what to do if we fall down. I truly appreciate the information that we get from the NIH – Institute for Aging on this topic.  Whether you are at home or somewhere else, a sudden fall can be startling … Continuar leyendo What To Do If You Fall

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB The Prayers and Scriptures start this 3rd Week of Lent emphasizing God as Author of Mercy. He is the source of ‘every mercy and all goodness.’ He teaches us that our Lenten efforts to keep him in our lives are a great help to us, for even should we be weak and in need of forgiveness, he does forgive and … Continuar leyendo Channels of Mercy

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB Las Oraciones y Escrituras de esta Tercera Semana de Cuaresma enfatizan a Dios como el Autor de la Misericordia. Él es la fuente de “toda misericordia y bondad”. Él nos enseña que nuestros esfuerzos cuaresmales para mantenerlo en nuestras vidas son de gran ayuda para nosotros, porque incluso si somos débiles y necesitamos perdón, Él perdona y puede levantarnos por … Continuar leyendo Canales de Misericordia

Written By Gina Robles and Marisol Becerra Spirit Team Retreat St. Joseph’s  The Spirit Team Retreat took place from February 3rd to February 5th. The first day of the retreat was focused on going over the SYLC theme for this year based on the Strenna, “Rise, Be Leaven for the World Today.” The team reflected on God’s call in leading them to be a part … Continuar leyendo Youth Ministry Recap February 2023

“Rise Up, Do not be Afraid”  That was the theme for the Confirmation retreat that was held by the Salesian Parishes of Saint Mary’s and Santa Isabel in Boyle Heights. The retreat was led by youth leaders from St. Dominic Savio and Salesian Family Youth Center’s Oratory teams.  The talks were given by the youth leaders who shared their personal experiences to help inspire and … Continuar leyendo Young Leaders Inspire Participants at Salesian Lenten Confirmation Retreat

Dear Salesian Family, Salesian Young People, and Friends: What a week it has been… On Friday, February 24, I was in San Francisco for a small farewell luncheon for Dr. Daniel Sonkin, who has been working for the Province in various capacities including as the Mental Health Advisor and the Coordinator of the Review Board. Thank you, Dr. Sonkin, for your years of service. I … Continuar leyendo Provincial Letter

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB La Cuaresma comenzó con una oración en busca de las riquezas ocultas de Cristo. Los domingos siguientes nos invitan a hacer a Jesucristo más y más parte de nuestra vida diaria. “Es tu rostro, Señor, lo que busco. No escondas tu rostro”. Antiguamente, buscar el rostro de Dios significaba buscar su presencia. Necesitamos crecer en nuestro deseo de encontrar a … Continuar leyendo Riquezas Escondidas de Cristo

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB Lent opened with a prayer seeking the hidden riches of Christ. The Sundays following invite us to make Jesus Christ more and more a part of our daily lives. “It is your face, Lord, that I seek. Hide not your face.” Of old, to seek the face of God meant to seek his presence. We need to grow in our … Continuar leyendo Hidden Riches of Christ

Insights from the Religious Education Congress on the Don Bosco Educational System Last Sunday, a conference on “Youth Empowerment” was held at the Religious Education Congress, featuring Doctor Juan Carlos Montenegro as the keynote speaker. The conference was held in the framework of the “Strenna” of the Rector Major of the Salesians entitled “AS THE YEAST IN TODAY’S HUMAN FAMILY: The lay dimension in the … Continuar leyendo Empowering Youth and Lay Leaders

The Salesian Missionary Volunteer Program as put on by SDB West, recently carried out its first missionary expedition since the pandemic began, bringing hope and aid to those in need in the Tijuana Salesian Project. The program brought together 12 students from St Francis High School in Watsonville, California, aged between 14 and 17 years old, and guided by two of their teachers (Christopher Croghan … Continuar leyendo Bringing Hope Across Borders

Unai, Mercedes and Isabel are three people who have been impacted by the Salesian experience. During their time as Salesian volunteers, they had the opportunity to work with children and young people from diverse backgrounds and cultures at the St Dominic Savio Parish and the Salesian Family Youth Center Summer Camps. Their experiences left a lasting impression and inspired them to continue serving others in … Continuar leyendo The Impact of Salesian Missionary Volunteers

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB Brothers and Sisters in Faith, the readings on this  7th Sunday in Ordinary Time ‘A’ offer at first glance  challenges all but impossible to meet. Our gentle and  good Jesus, as Matthew’s Gospel presents him, has  been advising on the Christian way of life, and now  he makes demands of us seemingly far beyond what any ordinary human being can … Continuar leyendo Only With Faith

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB Hermanos y hermanas en la fe, las lecturas de  este domingo ofrecen a primera vista desafíos casi  imposibles de cumplir. Nuestro Jesús gentil y bueno, como lo presenta el Evangelio de Mateo,  ha estado aconsejando sobre el modo de vivir la  vida cristiana. Y, ahora, él nos hace demandas aparentemente mucho más allá de lo que cual quier ser humano … Continuar leyendo Sólo Con Fe

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB Es tu elección. Elige la luz o elige la oscuridad. Elige correcto o incorrecto. Elige el cielo o el infierno. Escoge a Dios o elige a Satanás. Este es el mensaje en hebreo de la verdadera Sabiduría dejada por el anciano Sirácida para su hijo, quien la transmitió a su propio hijo entonces en Alejandría, Egipto. Allí el nieto de … Continuar leyendo Depende De Usted

by Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB It is your choice. Choose light or choose darkness. Choose right or wrong. Choose heaven or hell.Choose God or choose Satan. This is the message in Hebrew of true Wisdom left by the elder Sirach forhis son, who passed it on to his own son then in Alexandria, Egypt. There the grandson of Sirach prefaced and translated his Grandfather’s Wisdom … Continuar leyendo It’s Up To You

Dear Salesian Family, Salesian Young People, and Friends: It brought me joy and happiness after spending a few days visiting our Salesian SDB community in Laredo, TX, and joining the Salesian Sisters in celebrating Saint John Bosco’s Feast Day with the young people of San Antonio, Texas. The Salesian Mission in Texas is so alive and active! I am also helping a Busy Students’ Retreat … Continuar leyendo A Letter from Vocations Coordinator

Abstracted by Sheila Kun RN, BA, BSN, MS I chose this topic to share with all the seniors because falls and fractures are realities of life for us seniors. How many times have you heard from your family or friends that they or someone they knew fell and suffered serious consequences or death? I thought this would be a good time to bring this issue … Continuar leyendo Falls and Fractures in Older Adults

The Salesian Volunteer Program recently celebrated the life and legacy of Saint John Bosco with two meaningful events. On Sunday morning, January 28th, a group of young volunteers gathered to prepare and deliver food packages to the homeless community in Skid Row. The volunteers spent over two hours making around 400 sandwiches and assembling packages with granola bars, sandwiches, and water bottles. Despite the forecast … Continuar leyendo Celebration of Don Bosco in the Salesian Volunteer Program

St Francis de Sales: The Bee and the Blossoms 2nd edition: is a collection of peer-reviewed academic papers by various Maltese authors covering different aspects of the saint. On the occasion of the 400th anniversary since St. Francis’s death, the Salesians in Malta have prepared this publication that looks at Francis de Sales as an author, a theologian, a spiritual director among other aspects. In … Continuar leyendo St Francis de Sales: The Bee and the Blossoms 2nd edition

Dear Salesian Family, Salesian Young People, and Friends: You were in my thoughts and prayers on the Feast of St. John Bosco on January 31. As for me, I finished the Provincial Visitation of Corpus Christi Church in the morning and then went to Salesian College Preparatory in Richmond to preside at the School’s Don Bosco Day liturgical celebration. It was a privilege and an … Continuar leyendo Provincial Letter

By now you must be curious as to how doctors treat dizziness. Let us continue our quest for the treatment options this week. Below are the Mayo Clinic recommendations.  Dizziness often gets better without treatment. Within a couple of weeks, the body usually adapts to whatever is causing it. If you seek treatment, your doctor will base it on the cause of your condition and … Continuar leyendo Treatment of Dizziness

To give a trade to those who do not have one or a meaning on how to spend one’s existence improving the world. Affirming the right of every person and of the weakest to have a dignified life and transforming through these the society of adults. All this and more St. John Bosco can still give, provided we know how to bring him back not … Continuar leyendo Don Bosco and the Wager on Young People

ROSEMEAD, CA. – February 3, 2023 – Don Bosco Technical Institute (Bosco Tech) will host Dr. Michael G. Thompson, internationally acclaimed author, speaker, and educational consultant, on Monday, February 27, at 6:30 p.m. on the school’s campus. A clinical psychologist with 35 years of experience, Thompson has worked with more than 700 schools around the world, and has appeared on The Today Show, 60 Minutes, … Continuar leyendo Bosco Tech To Host Internationally Acclaimed Educational Expert Dr. Michael G. Thompson on February 27

In the Salesian Volunteer Program, we have local volunteers who decide to give their time, energy, and love to make a difference in the lives of children and young people in the communities they live in. Every Saturday morning until noon, at the Salesian Family Youth Center we have the Oratory, where boys and girls find a home with older siblings who take care of … Continuar leyendo I Only Hope I Can be an Inspiration to the Children

(Photo: Archbishop José H. Gomez celebrated the Lunar New Year at St. Bridget Chinese Catholic Church and blessed the newly constructed Mary Help of Christians Center.) LOS ANGELES, CA – Most Reverend Archbishop José H. Gomez joined the Provincial of Salesians USA West Fr. Mel Trinidad, SDB; Pastor Fr. John Lam, SDB; and Assistant Pastor Fr. Peter Pong, SDB, at St. Bridget Chinese Catholic Church … Continuar leyendo Archbishop Celebrated Lunar New Year & Blessed the New Mary Help of Christians Center

Dear Salesian Family and Friends, How about if I told you that the 90% chance of you having a long and healthy life depends on where you live? Picture meeting 10 people and all those ten people are from different parts of California. If I were to tell you that nine of those people have more opportunities to live long and healthier lives than you … Continuar leyendo A Letter From The Delegate For Missionary Animation

ROSEMEAD, CA. – January 26, 2023 – Don Bosco Technical Institute (Bosco Tech) has named alumnus Adam Uballez varsity football head coach. Uballez, a 2012 graduate of the school’s Materials Science, Engineering Technology program, started his coaching career at the Tech as a junior varsity offensive coordinator and linebacker coach in 2013. He was promoted to varsity staff in 2015 as linebacker and running back … Continuar leyendo Bosco Tech Names Alumnus Adam Uballez New Varsity Football Head Coach

By Bro. Al Vu, SDB The promise that Don Bosco made to his boys at the Oratory: “Trust in Mary and you will know what miracles are,” still rings true today. Don Bosco believed that it was impossible to go to Jesus except through the love of Mary. As we commemorate the beginning of the Salesian mission with that encounter of Don Bosco and Bartholomew … Continuar leyendo TRUST IN MARY: A Reflection on St. Artemide Zatti

By Luis Chacon(Coordinator for Salesian Volunteers) It’s cold outside. You feel a little tired from the long hours of work in the fields tending sheep. You feel an empty stomach from thinking that there is something missing (and it isn’t food). You sense that something is coming, and you don’t know what it is. You sense that it is something big. You listen to people, … Continuar leyendo Feet on the ground! Eyes to the sky! That’s the way (of a Salesian Volunteer)!

Sunday, 20 November 2022 – Day 6 (Last Day of RM’s Visit) (San Francisco, California) – On Sunday, the Solemnity of Christ the King, the Rector Major concluded his visit to California with a visit to Corpus Christi Church in San Francisco.  The parish community was presented to the Rector Major as a “Salesian parish of immigrant families.”   As the Rector Major walked up the steps to … Continuar leyendo Day 6 – RM’s Visit: The Rector Major Celebrates Mass Commemorating the 125th Anniversary and Honoring Jubilarians

Saturday, 19 November 2022 – Day 5 (San Francisco, California) – After continuous back-to-back festivities, the Rector Major had a lighter schedule on the fifth day of his visit to the San Francisco Bay Area.  He spent some time with the Provincial and his Council and encouraged them in their continuing service to the province, Congregation, and the Church.  He expressed his joy in seeing that the Salesians … Continuar leyendo Day 5 – RM’s Visit: The Rector Major Celebrates Mass Commemorating the 125th Anniversary and Honoring Jubilarians

Friday, 18 November 2022 – Day 4 (Bellflower, California) – The St. Dominic Savio community of Salesian Sisters (in Bellflower) welcomed Fr. Angel into their home for an intimate Mass.  Also joining them were the Salesian Sisters from the Community of St. Thomas the Apostle and the Postulants.   The Salesian Sisters and Postulants were delighted to be able to celebrate the Eucharist with Fr. Angel, Fr. … Continuar leyendo Day 4 – RM’s Visit: The Rector Major visits the Salesian Sisters and begins Northern California Visit

Thursday, 17 November 2022 – Day 3 (Rosemead / Bellflower, California – USA) – The Rector Major continued his visit of Southern California with a gathering with students of St. John BoscoHigh School. In his message to the young people, Don Angel affirmed the “Bosco Brotherhood” that was evident among them, “I am impressed by the respect and fraternity you have for one another.  I know without a doubt you will carry … Continuar leyendo Day 3 – RM’s Visit: The Rector Major visits St. John Bosco HS, BoscoTech and St. Dominic Savio Church

Wednesday, 16 November 2022 – Day 2 (Los Angeles, California – USA) – The Rector Major made a visit to Bishop Mora Salesian High School in Los Angeles. Students from the Salesian drumline welcomed Don Angel and led him into a gym-filled crowd of the school. Playing the guitar along with the student mariachi band, the Rector Major thrilled the students with his musical talent. Following the gathering with the school … Continuar leyendo Day 2 – RM’s Visit: The Rector Major, Fr. Ángel Fernández Artime visits the works in East LA

Tuesday, 15 November 2022 – Day 1 (Bellflower, California – USA) – After much anticipation, the Rector Major, Don Angel Fernandez Artime has finally arrived in the United States for a 10-day visit to both U.S. provinces (USA West & USA East). To a student band playing Don Bosco Ritorno, Don Angel began the visit in Bellflower, California.  The Rector Major was greeted by students and lay educators from St. John … Continuar leyendo Day 1 – RM’s Visit: The Rector Major, Fr. Ángel Fernández Artime is Among Us in California, USA

Escrito por P. John Itzaina, SDB

Preaching in the presence of Fr. Arthur, however kind and endearing he was, gracious and understanding at all times, was not a pleasant experience. He believed the homily to be a time to open up the Word of God to its meaning and its connection to the Eucharistic celebration. Continuar leyendo Funeral Homily for Fr. Arthur Lenti, SDB