Just over a month since the Canonization of Artemide Zatti, we delve into five figures who inspire one to take the path to Holiness.
(ANS -Aramengo) - Last August 15, in the burgh of Marmorito Santa Maria di Aramengo (Asti), his place of origin, an afternoon was held dedicated to Cleric Giovanni Massaglia (May 1, 1838 - May 20, 1856), Witness of the Faith, pupil of St. John Bosco and friend of St. Dominic Savio.
(ANS - Krakow) - From 6 to 8 May, in honor of St. Dominic Savio, a new edition of "Savionalia" was held, the feast of the young people of the Poland-Krakow Province (PLS). The appointment represented an opportunity for rebirth for this kind of provincial youth initiatives, after the time of the pandemic, as well as a glimmer of light and celebration at a time when Salesians and young people from all over the country feel the pain and suffering of Ukrainian refugees fleeing the war.
Aleksandrów Kujawski, Poland - May 2022 - Three days of joy, prayer, competition, fun, meetings, and a community atmosphere: in a nutshell, the fruit of an entire year's work and a stimulus for the future. This was the XXVII Feast of St. Dominic Savio for Ministrants of the Salesian Province of Piła (PLN), which took place in Aleksandrów Kujawski, from April 29 to May 1, and saw the participation of 233 Ministrants accompanied by 38 Salesians and over 50 volunteers. The event was held under the patronage of the mayor of Aleksandrów Kujawski, Mr. Arkadiusz Gralak, and was prepared, under the guidance of Fr Krzysztof Tomeczkowski, SDB, by representatives of both Salesian communities in the city, those responsible for sports, logistics, housing, and media. The meeting began with Mass in the church of the Blessed Virgin Mary Help of Christians and the traditional March for Jesus to the "Kolegium Kujawskie" where a cheerful evening was enjoyed by all. On Saturday there were athletic competitions, formation meetings, a concert, and the awards ceremony. On Sunday, after Mass, a football tournament was held with great emotional involvement and a healthy competitive spirit, shared not only by the players but also by the coaches and fans. The organizers expressed great satisfaction with the success of the meeting: "Once again we managed to awaken and discover the potential that lies dormant in the ministrants. The large number of represented communities is very encouraging".
Lisbon, Portugal - 1951 - On April 1, 1951, a monument dedicated to Dominic Savio was inaugurated in the courtyard of the "Oficinas de São José" Institute in Lisbon. It was a moment of celebration and great participation, which saw the presence of many students and faithful.
Last April 2, we commemorated the 180th anniversary of the birth of Saint Dominic Savio. If the biography of the young saint is widely known, less well known is that of his friend Giovanni Massaglia. It is described in the April edition of the Salesian Bulletin.
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INTERVIEWS
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Italy – Cultivating friendship with God. Interview with Fr Marco Panero, SDB, author of "In the Tent of Meeting"
(ANS – Rome) – Today we are interviewing Fr Marco Panero, Salesian, professor of Moral Philosophy at the Pontifical Salesian University and Councillor of the Apostolic Penitentiary. His volume of meditations is in the bookstores and is particularly suitable for this time of Lent, with the intriguing title: "In the tent of meeting. Meditations on spiritual life " (Edizioni Ancora, 2023 – ISBN 978-88-514-2783-2).
EDITORIAL
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“Speaking with the Heart”: A great Antidote for the Ills of today’s world
‘Revolutionize the world with your kindness, by speaking with your heart’, is the dream that Pope Francis envisions for humanity through his 57th World Communication Day message, that falls on this Ascension Sunday, 21st May 2023. ‘Speak with your heart in truth and charity’, and this is the best antidote that can cure the ills of today’s society.
EVENTS
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Italy – "Labs To Future": the final event of the "Labs To Learn" project in Valdocco
(ANS – Turin) – The final event of the "Labs to Learn" project was held on Tuesday, 5 March 2024, entitled "Labs To Future: The path – The results – The challenges" . The project was selected by the "Con i Bambini" social enterprise within the framework of the Foundation for the Fight against Child Educational Poverty and came into being with the intention of combating early school leaving and preventing educational poverty, increasing the number of young people with difficulties who fulfil their school obligation, access higher education and/or job placement, and opening the way for personal growth according to their inclinations and aspirations.
SPECIAL REPORTS
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United States – INT’L WOMEN’S DAY: Salesian programs focus on inclusion for girls and women
(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 celebrating International Women’s Day on March 8. The day honors the economic, political and social achievements of women while focusing the world’s attention on areas requiring further action.
MESSAGES OF THE RECTOR MAJOR
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CHEERFUL AND SERENE EVEN THOUGH LIVING IN A WHEELCHAIR
The Message of the Rector Major, Cardinal Angel Fernandez Artime, SDB
Encounters on Epiphany with amazing people who have good hearts and luminous faith