In this letter, the Rector Major acknowledges the anniversary of Don Bosco’s birthday and extends thoughts to fellow members of the Congregation worldwide. They briefly mention a significant event, the meeting with Salesian bishops in Turin, emphasizing its importance in fostering a renewed sense of Salesian spirit and camaraderie. The letter encourages confreres to stay updated on Congregation events through the website.
Contents:
- The horror of pedophilia.
- Some data.
- In the light of the Gospel.
- “What must we do, brothers?” (Acts 2.37)
- Transparent admission of responsibility.
- Victims take priority.
- Accompaniment of transgressors.
- Preventing abuse.
- Following Don Rua’s example.
- Conclusion.
Reference time period: 2010
P. Chavez Villanueva, “I am the vine, you the branches” (Jn 15,5a). The vocation to remain always united to Jesus to have life, in «Acts of the General Council of the Salesian Society of St John Bosco» 91 (2010) 408, 3-25.
Reference institution:
Direzione Generale SDB