In the article Fr. Christopher Ford investigates the theme of “culture of education” in Catholic schools, and shows how the charism of Don Bosco impacts teachers and students alike.
Nancy J. Bowden – “Unwrapping the gifts: Francis de Sales, Jane de Chantal and the salesian vision of women” in “Journal of Salesian studies”
This article furthers the theme of collaboration between women and men, showing this as central to Salesian history and spirit. Dr. Nancy J. Bowden brings us back to Francis de Sales and Jane-Frances de Chantal in the founding of the Visitation-the first Salesian community.
Arthur Lenti – “Politics of the “Our Father” and the holy father: Don Bosco’s mediation in Church-State affairs” in “Journal of Salesians studies”
Fr. Arthur J. Lenti tells the story of Don Bosco’ s efforts to mediate between the Holy See and the Italian government during the tense years of Italian unification. Of special importance was the appointment of bishops. After offering background on the historical events leading to the estrangement between the Church and state in Italy, the author goes to the sources in an effort to answer the question why someone so politically unimportant as Don Bosco, should become involved in a capacity of “negotiator.”
Mary Greenan – “Towards intimacy: beyond power games and control needs. A salesian reflection on Collaborative Ministry” in “Journal of Salesian Studies”
Sr. Mary Greenan, FMA presents the theme of collaboration in a commentary on the recent letter of Fr. Juan Edmundo Vecchi, rector major of the Salesian Society, and Mother Antonia Colombo, superior general of the Daughters of Mary Help of Christians.
Salesian Youth Ministry Department – “The preventive system: a spiritual and educational experience” in “Salesian Youth Ministry”
Don Bosco’s God-given vocation for the mission of salvation of the young, especially the poorest, involves many people and groups in a common spirituality and a shared educational and pastoral method which is the Preventive System. It is the source and inspiration of a
concrete and original way of living and implementing the Salesian mission which we call Salesian Youth Ministry. In this fourth chapter, the educative and pastoral approach will gradually take shape, starting from its guiding principle which is pastoral charity. The centrality of pastoral charity offers a real prospect of renewal for the pastoral care of young people. It is therefore the criterion and pivot of pastoral planning at all levels. The Preventive System, in so far as it is a project of holistic education, comprises essentially two aspects. It is a project of Christian life (Salesian Youth Spirituality) and a practical pedagogical method. Continue reading “Salesian Youth Ministry Department – “The preventive system: a spiritual and educational experience” in “Salesian Youth Ministry””
Salesian Youth Ministry Department – “Educative and pastoral community: make the house a family for the young” in “Salesian Youth Ministry”
Salesian Youth Ministry requires agreement of purpose and conviction on the part of all those involved in the planning and implementation of the Educative-Pastoral Community. In this chapter we shall examine the community identity, how it works, the style of shared responsibility and the way it is animated. The community is called to invest in the fi gure of the Salesian educator. In trying to discern and renew each activity and work, we look to the Salesian style, the “oratory criterion” that connects us with the practical insights of the charism (our way of living together in communion) which have become part of our shared patrimony, and are applicable to all contexts where Salesians operate. Importance is given to the way we offer signs of the Gospel in everyday life, and the way we cultivate authentic relationships and
communication.
Salesian Youth Ministry Department – “Salesian educative and pastoral project: operational tool” in “Salesian Youth Ministry”
We believe in education and we challenge ourselves to plan our procedures in its regard; youth ministry comes into being when education is translated into concrete educational processes. The effort to plan, by means of the SEPP, keeps alive our willingness to be actively present amongst the young. By following the four dimensions we are helped in developing the personality of the young Christian through a systematic variety of proposals and a broad understanding of youth ministry which is open to everyone. In the end there are certain choices which run through all of Salesian ministry. Continue reading “Salesian Youth Ministry Department – “Salesian educative and pastoral project: operational tool” in “Salesian Youth Ministry””
Riolando Azzi – “A educação salesiana na emergência da burguesia brasileira”, in “L’educazione salesiana dal 1880 al 1922. Istanze ed attuazioni in diversi contesti. Relazioni Regionali: America, vol. 2”
Durante os primeiros quatro décadas de sua presença no Brasil, os religiosos salesianos fundaram vários tipos de obras, onde puderam realizar seu projeto educativo: os oratórios festivos, as escolas profissionais e agrícolas e, principalmente, os colégios, com suas diversas divisões: colégio, semi-internato e internato. Continue reading “Riolando Azzi – “A educação salesiana na emergência da burguesia brasileira”, in “L’educazione salesiana dal 1880 al 1922. Istanze ed attuazioni in diversi contesti. Relazioni Regionali: America, vol. 2””
Salesian Youth Ministry Department – “Evangelising and educating: our apostolic identity” in “Salesian Youth Ministry”
Fullness of life and the happiness of human beings is the ultimate purpose of the plan of God. The Gospel of Christ shows great trust in humanity. It demands that we pay attention to the unique reality of every person and their willingness to accept their vocation and destiny in Christ, the perfect man. The Gospel proposes the good news (the person of Christ) who invites everyone to share in Christ’s sonship, the foundation of the freedom and dignity of every person. Don Bosco educated and evangelised by carrying out a project of holistic development. He saw education as the growth of the person, with all the means necessary to assist the person. Evangelisation inspires people to the fullness of life offered in Jesus and enlightens them in its pursuit, always respecting the developing conscience of each person. Finally, regarding the choice of fi eld of ministry, we are sent to the poor, especially the poorest, and to ordinary class environments, where we seek to humanise and evangelise the culture. Continue reading “Salesian Youth Ministry Department – “Evangelising and educating: our apostolic identity” in “Salesian Youth Ministry””
Salesian Youth Ministry Department – “From Christ the evangeliser to the evangelising church” in “Salesian Youth Ministry”
An updated presentation of Salesian Youth Ministry requires refl ection not only of a charismatic type but also of a theological nature. Youth Ministry as an activity of the ecclesial community demands of us a deep theological and ecclesiological study. This chapter expounds three basic convictions: Jesus Christ, the evangeliser who proclaimed communion with God and communion between people (fraternal love), is the full revelation of God as a community of love. The Church is the mystery of Communion and mission, animated and sustained by the Spirit of God. The Salesian Congregation shares the Church’s evangelising mission, with a specific option for the young. Continue reading “Salesian Youth Ministry Department – “From Christ the evangeliser to the evangelising church” in “Salesian Youth Ministry””
Michele Rua – “Il Sacramento della Penitenza. Norme e consigli” in “Lettere circolari di Don Michele Rua ai salesiani”
Mentre d’ordinario le mie circolari s’indirizzano a tutti indistintamente i membri della famiglia Salesiana, questa volta la mia parola è diretta particolarmente a voi, cui la fiducia dei Superiori Maggiori ha posti a capo delle nostre Case in qualità d’ispettori e Direttori. A voi è ben noto come per la missione che avete ricevuto, dovete essere le guide di altri Confratelli nel sentiero della perfezione, le sentinelle vigilanti dei giovanetti affidati alle vostre cure, i custodi dello spirito di D. Bosco, gli interpreti “autorevoli delle intenzioni dei Superiori, anzi i rappresentanti della loro stessa autorità. Foste collocati sul candelabro affinchè diffondeste tutto all’intorno viva luce di scienza e di virtù.
Autori Vari,Fabio Attard – “Capitolo 8: Strutture e processi d’animazione della Pastorale Giovanile Salesiana” in “La pastorale giovanile salesiana”
L’animazione e il coordinamento della pastorale vengono ordinati a diversi livelli: locale, ispettoriale, interispettoriale e mondiale. Continue reading “Autori Vari,Fabio Attard – “Capitolo 8: Strutture e processi d’animazione della Pastorale Giovanile Salesiana” in “La pastorale giovanile salesiana””
Thelían Argeo Corona Cortés – “La educación salesiana en Bolivia, La Paz y Sucre, 1896-1922. Análisis histórico de las instancias y acciones educativas”, in “L’educazione salesiana dal 1880 al 1922. Istanze ed attuazioni in diversi contesti. Relazioni Regionali: America, vol. 2”
El propósito de nuestro estudio es resaltar los resultados de la educación salesiana.
¿Qué significaba la educación salesiana para el desarrollo que Bolivia experimentó en los años de la llegada de los salesianos? ¿Hay elementos que nos permitan evaluar y demostrar las acciones originales? ¿Existen contribuciones significativas? ¿Quiénes fueron alcanzados por la educación salesiana y cómo se irradió en el entorno social? Continue reading “Thelían Argeo Corona Cortés – “La educación salesiana en Bolivia, La Paz y Sucre, 1896-1922. Análisis histórico de las instancias y acciones educativas”, in “L’educazione salesiana dal 1880 al 1922. Istanze ed attuazioni in diversi contesti. Relazioni Regionali: America, vol. 2””
Autori Vari,Fabio Attard – “Capitolo 7: Attività e opere della Pastorale Giovanile Salesiana” in “La pastorale giovanile salesiana”
Si propongono alcune riflessioni sulle caratteristiche più importanti delle opere e dei servizi nei
quali si realizza la Pastorale Giovanile Salesiana espressa nel Progetto Educativo-Pastorale. Continue reading “Autori Vari,Fabio Attard – “Capitolo 7: Attività e opere della Pastorale Giovanile Salesiana” in “La pastorale giovanile salesiana””
Autori Vari,Fabio Attard – “Capitolo 6: Progetto educativo-pastorale: strumento operativo” in “La pastorale giovanile salesiana”
Crediamo nell’educazione e ci spingiamo a progettarne la prassi; la pastorale giovanile si attua quando si traduce concretamente in itinerari educativi. Lo sforzo di progettazione, con il PEPS, rende viva la volontà di essere propositivi con i giovani. Continue reading “Autori Vari,Fabio Attard – “Capitolo 6: Progetto educativo-pastorale: strumento operativo” in “La pastorale giovanile salesiana””