NEWS
(ANS - Rome) - Since the time of Don Bosco, the message of the Strenna has accompanied the life of Salesian communities throughout the world, like a guideline that traces paths of education, evangelization, and development concerning the signs of the times and the life of the Church. For this reason, the presentation of the Strenna message is a moment awaited with keen interest by the entire Salesian Family. For the year to come, the message is already ready, under the banner of the motto identified by the Rector Major: "AS THE YEAST IN TODAY'S HUMAN FAMILY. The Lay Dimension of the Family of Don Bosco." And the date has already been set: Tuesday, December 27, at 4 p.m. (UTC+1), broadcast live worldwide via streaming.
(ANS – Rome) – On December 17, 2022, the Rector Major has appointed Fr. Boonlert Paneetatthayasai Anthony as the 17th Superior of the Province of Thailand (THA) for the next six-year term (2023-2029).
(ANS - Turin) - A time of knowledge, in-depth study, but also of wonder and surprise: for the 30 journalists accredited at the Vatican Press Office and the Italian Foreign Press, the "press tour" on the steps of Don Bosco organized by Fr. Giuseppe Costa, Co-spokesperson of the Salesian Congregation, was an experience rich in discoveries and opportunities to admire up close the beauty, significance and perennial relevance of the Salesian charism, starting from the knowledge of its founder.
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INTERVIEWS
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Democratic Republic of Congo – Fr Owoudou on the situation in the eastern parts of the country: “No matter how dark the night may seem, dawn will inevitably come”
(ANS - Goma) - During his latest phase of the Extraordinary Visit to the "Mary Most Holy Assumption" Province of Central Africa (AFC), Fr. Alphonse Owoudou, Councillor for the Africa Madagascar Region, conducted an interview with the magazine "JAMBO VIJANA," representing the youth engaged in the Salesian works of the Province's Eastern Delegation. Addressing the ongoing violence and conflicts in the region, Fr. Owoudou expressed hope, saying: "No matter the length of the night, dawn will inevitably come."
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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Peru – Centenary of the High Altar of the Basilica of Mary Help of Christians in Lima
(ANS – Lima) – The centenary of the consecration of the high altar in the Crypt of the Basilica of Mary Help of Christians in Lima was celebrated on 19 March, on the feast of St Joseph and in homage to Fr José Calasanz Marqués, then Provincial of the Salesians in Peru and Bolivia – now recognised as Blessed by the Church – on account of his name.
MESSAGES OF THE RECTOR MAJOR
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DREAMS THAT KEEP COMING TRUE!
THE MESSAGE OF THE RECTOR MAJOR, Card. Ángel Fernández Artime, SDB
When reflecting on all this, I feel I have a little authority to say: “Dear Don Bosco, your Dream is still VERY ALIVE.”