In Salesian works all over the world, Palm Sunday was celebrated yesterday, 28 March, with which Holy Week opens. Many faithful, in compliance with the anti-Covid rules of their respective countries, participated in the traditional blessing of palm and olive branches, in the procession and in the Holy Mass. Here are some of the most beautiful shots, immortalized by Salesians from all over the world and also shared through their social channels, which show how this important day was celebrated.

Iraq - March 2021 - Pope Francis' 33rd international trip, this last to Iraq which has just ended, a land from which the Pontiff's heart will never stray far. The Journey, under the banner of the Gospel motto "You are all brothers", began on March 5th. It was a long-desired pilgrimage, to embrace a people who have suffered enormously, but who have also developed a great desire for redemption and a future of peace. There were many significant moments of this historic visit: the meeting with the great ayatollah al Sistani in Najaf, the prayer against the war in Mosul, the embrace of the Christians of the Nineveh plain and, of course, the Mass in Erbil in the stadium Hariri. “Salam, salam, salam! God bless you all! God bless Iraq”: with these words, Pope Francis greeted Iraq and the many faithful who welcomed him.

A few days have passed since the celebration of the Feast Day of Don Bosco, marked this year by the restrictions imposed to contain infections from Covid-19. Despite this, Salesian works all over the world - always in full compliance with anti-contagion measures - have paid homage to the Saint of Youth with creative initiatives and celebrations. Here are some of the most significant pictures that portray the moments of celebration in honor of Don Bosco.