{"id":14334,"date":"2024-08-14T23:31:19","date_gmt":"2024-08-15T06:31:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/salesianbulletin.org\/?p=14334"},"modified":"2025-04-22T18:13:57","modified_gmt":"2025-04-23T01:13:57","slug":"day-3-of-the-salesian-youth-synod-reflecting-on-dreams-discovering-purpose","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/salesianbulletin.org\/es\/2024\/08\/14\/day-3-of-the-salesian-youth-synod-reflecting-on-dreams-discovering-purpose\/","title":{"rendered":"Day 3 of the Salesian Youth Synod: Reflecting on Dreams, Discovering Purpose"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">(<strong>ANS \u2013 Colle Don Bosco)<\/strong>\u00a0&#8211; The third day of the Salesian Youth Synod was filled with interesting activities that left the young people bubbling with energy and enthusiasm. The group activities, the assembly, the magic show and the sharing made the day memorable and fruitful.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After the holy mass, the first session of the Salesian Youth Synod began with an assembly in the newly erected amphitheater, aptly named \u201cThe Field of Dreams.\u201d Fr. Joebeth Lorbeth, the chief coordinator introduced the theme: \u201cThe Elements of the Dream\u201d with a reflection on the importance of dreams, focusing on Don Bosco\u2019s prophetic dream at the age of nine. He explained that dreams often reveal our life\u2019s purpose and emphasized that Don Bosco\u2019s dream was a divine revelation that shaped his mission. Fr. Joebeth discussed key elements of the dream, including the presence of young people, the lesson of using kindness over force, and the guidance of the Virgin Mary. He encouraged the youth to reflect on their own dreams, asking if God is the author of their aspirations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After that, the blessing of the \u201cDream Park\u201d commenced. The ceremony featured a Marian theme with readings and hymns, including a reading of Don Bosco\u2019s dream at nine. Cardinal Angel, along with representatives from Don Bosco\u2019s religious branches, blessed the new amphitheatre. Fr. Thatty, the Rector of Colle Don Bosco, shared the history of the space, and Mr. Umberto Musso, the Mayor of Castelnuovo Don Bosco, expressed his amazement at Don Bosco\u2019s global impact. Cardinal Angel closed the ceremony by encouraging young people to pursue their dreams, noting how God can bring greatness from humble beginnings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Following the morning reflection, the participants engaged in small group discussions, sharing their thoughts on what inspires them to recognize and pursue their dreams. These intimate conversations allowed the youth to connect deeply with one another, exchanging stories of the people, events, and experiences that have shaped their lives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An interesting \u201cMerchants of Dreams\u201d activity followed in the afternoon. Each group was tasked with selecting an element from Don Bosco\u2019s dream that they found particularly inspirational for today\u2019s youth. Using their cell phones, they created short videos dramatizing these elements, whether through monologues, dialogues, storytelling, or dramatized scenes. The hope was that these videos would serve as valuable tools for the participants when they return home, helping them animate the Salesian Youth Movement in their local contexts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the afternoon, the synod participants gathered for a plenary session where they were introduced to the rules for the synodal process. Representatives from each language group presented summaries of the first part of the working document, which had been discussed on Monday. This document focused on the dreams of young people, exploring why they are significant and how they can be realized. Delegates were invited to write down clarification questions or propose changes, ensuring a collaborative and inclusive process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">During this time, the Salesians of Don Bosco (SDB) and the Daughters of Mary Help of Christians (FMA) met separately to identify ten key points from their working document. These points will form the Salesian Decalogue, a concrete proposal for how Salesians can effectively accompany young people in achieving their dreams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The evening brought a touch of magic to the synod as three Salesians from Spain performed the \u201cMagia de Don Bosco\u201d show. Their tricks and illusions captivated the audience, echoing the way Don Bosco himself used magic to draw young people in and teach them about the faith. The atmosphere was filled with wonder and joy, a testament to the enduring appeal of Don Bosco\u2019s methods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As the day ended, the young participants were deeply touched by a \u201cGood Night\u201d talk from Roman, a Salesian pre-novice from Ukraine. He shared his experiences working with the Salesians during the ongoing conflict, highlighting the care and presence they provide to young people in the midst of war. Roman told a poignant story of a boy at a Salesian oratory whose home was bombed, tragically killing a relative. Had the boy been at home, he might have also perished. Roman also recounted how his father, serving on the front lines, narrowly survived a bomb explosion, which Roman believes was due to God\u2019s providence. He urged the youth to recognize God&#8217;s presence in their own lives, even amidst suffering.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The third day of the Salesian Youth Synod was a day of deep reflection and inspiration. By exploring the elements of Don Bosco\u2019s dream, engaging in meaningful discussions, and witnessing the power of God\u2019s providence, the young participants were encouraged to dream big and pursue their goals with conviction. The day\u2019s activities reinforced the importance of recognizing God\u2019s hand in our dreams and the transformative power of living a life aligned with His will. As they continue their journey in the synod, the young people are empowered to take these lessons back to their communities, carrying forward the legacy of Don Bosco and his enduring dream.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>(ANS \u2013 Colle Don Bosco)\u00a0&#8211; The third day of the Salesian Youth Synod was filled with interesting activities that left the young people bubbling with energy and enthusiasm. The group activities, the assembly, the magic show and the sharing made the day memorable and fruitful.\u00a0\u00a0 After the holy mass, the first session of the Salesian Youth Synod began with an assembly in the newly erected &hellip; <a href=\"https:\/\/salesianbulletin.org\/es\/2024\/08\/14\/day-3-of-the-salesian-youth-synod-reflecting-on-dreams-discovering-purpose\/\" class=\"more-link\">Continuar leyendo <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Day 3 of the Salesian Youth Synod: Reflecting on Dreams, Discovering Purpose<\/span><\/a><\/p>","protected":false},"author":10336596,"featured_media":14336,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_coblocks_attr":"","_coblocks_dimensions":"","_coblocks_responsive_height":"","_coblocks_accordion_ie_support":"","advanced_seo_description":"","jetpack_seo_html_title":"","jetpack_seo_noindex":false,"jetpack_seo_schema_type":"","_jetpack_newsletter_access":"","_jetpack_dont_email_post_to_subs":true,"_jetpack_newsletter_tier_id":0,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paywalled_content":false,"_wpcom_ai_launchpad_first_post":false,"_jetpack_hide_featured_image":false,"_jetpack_featured_image_duplicate_dismissed":0,"_jetpack_feature_clip_id":0,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":"","jetpack_post_was_ever_published":false},"categories":[782003446,516714022,782003440],"tags":[35890],"class_list":["post-14334","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-ans","category-salesian-world-news","category-youth-ministry","tag-featured"],"jetpack_likes_enabled":false,"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"jetpack_shortlink":"https:\/\/wp.me\/p59ePG-3Jc","jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/salesianbulletin.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/colle-don-bosco-600.jpg?fit=600%2C398&ssl=1","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/salesianbulletin.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/14334","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/salesianbulletin.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/salesianbulletin.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/salesianbulletin.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/10336596"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/salesianbulletin.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=14334"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/salesianbulletin.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/14334\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":14370,"href":"https:\/\/salesianbulletin.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/14334\/revisions\/14370"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/salesianbulletin.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/14336"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/salesianbulletin.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=14334"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/salesianbulletin.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=14334"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/salesianbulletin.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=14334"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}