The Rector Major, addressing fellow Salesians, encourages a renewed devotion to Our Lady of the Rosary and reflects on the prophetic role of consecrated life. Continue reading “Egidio Viganò – “Letter of the Rector Major” in “Acts of the General Council of the Salesian Society””
Recent months have shown the Salesian Congregation flourishing globally: from vibrant starts in former Soviet nations to robust missions in Latin America, Spain, and Italy. Continue reading “Egidio Viganò – “In the year of family” in “Acts of the General Council””
In 2019 Strenna focuses on the vital role of evangelization and catechesis in our Salesian mission. It challenges us to maintain Don Bosco’s educational vision in diverse, often non-Christian societies. Continue reading “Ángel Fernández Artime – “Letter of the Rector Major” in “Acts of the General Council of the Salesian Society””
In this letter, the Rector Major provides updates and reflections following the recent plenary session of the General Council. Continue reading “Egidio Viganò – “Educating to the faith in the school” in “Acts of the General Council””
In this letter, the Rector Major addresses the adoption of middle-class standards of living within the Salesian Congregation, emphasizing its implications for their vocation and values. Continue reading “Luigi Ricceri – “«Work and self-restraint»: the answer to upward social mobility ” in “Acts of The Superior Counsil of the Salesian Society””
In this letter on the feast of the Birthday of the Virgin Mary, the Rector Major invites reflection on God’s call and grace in our vocation. He announces the upcoming Synod on consecrated life, stressing its role in renewing holiness and service in the Church. Continue reading “Egidio Viganò – “An invitation to bear greater witness to our consecration” in “Acts of the General Council””
In this letter, the Rector Major shares his reflections following a special retreat in the Holy Land commemorating the centenary of Salesian presence in Palestine. Continue reading “Egidio Viganò – “There is still good ground where the seed can fall” in “Acts of the General Council””
In this letter, the Rector Major reflects on recent visits to Salesian provinces and the ongoing session of the General Council. Continue reading “Egidio Viganò – “An ecclesial message of new evangelization” in “Acts of the General Council””
This letter highlights the Salesian commitment to mission and evangelization, referencing the Pope’s Encyclical “Redemptoris Missio” and recent events like the Latin-American Missionary Congress. Continue reading “Egidio Viganò – “The Pope’s appeal for the missions” in “Acts of the General Council””
The Acts of GC23 provide essential guidance for our life and apostolic activity. They include documents on youth faith education, amendments to Constitutions and Regulations, rule interpretations, provincial groupings, directives for Africa, a chronicle of events, and the Rector Major’s “Letter to Youth.” Continue reading “Capitolo Generale dei Salesiani di Don Bosco – “Educating the young people to the faith” in “General Chapter of the Salesian of Don Bosco””
This letter shares updates from the Rector Major’s recent journey to Latin America, focusing on the importance of unity within the Salesian Congregation. Continue reading “Luigi Ricceri – “Letter of the Rector Major” in “Acts of the General Council of the Salesian Society””
The Don Bosco Centenary Year was a significant and demanding event for the Salesian Family. It marks the end of a period of redefining our vocation through three General Chapters and the beginning of a phase of renewed vocational awareness and missionary effectiveness. Continue reading “Egidio Viganò – “The Don Bosco centenary and our renewal” in “Acts of the Superior Council””
April 3rd marks the centenary of the Church’s definitive approval of the Salesian Constitutions, a significant milestone comparable to national constitutional anniversaries. This historic event highlights a century of the Salesian vocation’s growth within the Church. Continue reading “Luigi Ricceri – “Letter of the Rector Major” in “Acts of the General Council of the Salesian Society of St John Bosco””
The centenary celebrations marking the death of our Father and Founder, Don Bosco, have concluded with reports of remarkable events worldwide. Continue reading “Egidio Viganò – “Saint John Bosco: “Iuventutis pater et magister” in “Acts of the Superior Council””
This letter highlights the reflections of Pope John Paul II on St. John Bosco during the Centenary celebrations. It emphasizes the Pope’s recognition of Don Bosco as both a saint and a founder, underscoring his enduring charisma and relevance within the Church. Continue reading “Egidio Viganò – “The Pope speaks to us of Don Bosco” in “Acts of the Superior Council””
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