(ANS – Brasilia) – In social works and Salesian schools throughout Brazil, sustainable gardens made by children and teenagers are a realistic way to transform students into people who actively care for creation. Here are some examples.
(ANS – Rome) – Over the last decade, social media have become islands of evangelization where more and more initiatives are flourishing. And, at the same time, new technologies are paving the way for innovative forms of communication, helping to influence evangelization in uncharted waters. Younger generations are naturally becoming familiar with the possibilities that digital communication offers and are increasingly becoming key players through their concrete actions.
(ANS – Rome) – Students at the San Marco Institute (ISSM) and staff and researchers from the Pedagogy Faculty of the Salesian University Institute, Venice (IUSVE) have participated in recent months in an experimental project that uses the most modern computer technologies to promote active citizenship: the "We&Here" project.
(ANS – Madrid) – The day for improvement of youth employability, which took place on 25 May at the Meliá Princesa Hotel in Madrid, brought together 100 young people in search of their first work experience, along withmanagers and human resources officials of important companies, establishing a valuable contact for both parties. The day took place within the framework of the project for improvement of youth employability and the Primera Experiencia Profesional (First Professional Experience), promoted by the Pinardi Federation of Salesian Social Platforms and the Autonomous Community of Madrid, in collaboration with the Quiero Trabajo (I Want to Work) Foundation. The event has the financial backing of the Ministry for Inclusion, Social Security and Migration and the European Union's Next Generation program, through the National Recovery, Transformation and Resilience Plan.
(ANS - La Coruña) - On Saturday, May 6, in honor of St. Domenico Savio, the groups of children and youth of the "Itinerary of Faith Education" of the Spain-Saint James the Greater (SSM) Province - Saltimbanquis, Andaina, and ADS -, which are part of the Federation of Salesian Youth Centers of Galicia, celebrated their "Xuntanza," that is, their festive gathering. The event took place at the "Abeiro" youth center in La Coruña, marking the 30th anniversary of its founding. Similar events were also held on the same day and the following day in León and Deusto.
(ANS - Krakow) - "Savionalia, I am here!" This was the exclamation of joy and enthusiasm shouted by the participants of the "Savionalia 2023" event, the Poland-Krakow Province (PLS) youth festival. Last weekend, May 5-7, nearly 500 of them gathered at the Salesian Interprovincial Theological Studentate "Łosiówka" in Krakow to participate in this long-awaited event.
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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.”