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The document that now reaches all confreres through this publication is subtitled “Post-Chapter reflection” and not “Chapter documents”, as has customarily been the case in the past. This is because the Chapter Assembly did not arrive at the point of final approval of the text by vote. Only a few Chapter deliberations, especially those of a legal nature, saw the light of day during the first four weeks of our work. Continue reading “Capitolo Generale XXVIII Salesiani di Don Bosco – ““What kind of Salesians for the youth of today?”. Post-chapter reflection” in “Acts of the General Council of the Salesian Society”” →

This letter addresses several significant updates and reflections within the Salesian community. It expresses gratitude for Christmas greetings received and highlights recent milestones, including the Mission Centennial in Argentina and the upcoming General Assembly of the Volunteers of Don Bosco. Continue reading “Luigi Ricceri – “Letter of the Rector Major” in “Acts of the General Council of the Salesian Society”” →

The Centennial of the Salesian Missions began with joyous celebrations in Turin, highlighted by a ceremony where young Salesian missionaries received crucifixes. Pope Paul VI commended their efforts, emphasizing their crucial role in the Church. Continue reading “Luigi Ricceri – “Letter of the Rector Major” in “Acts of the General Council of the Salesian Society”” →

This letter from the Rector Major to his confreres and sons emphasizes the importance of spiritual direction and interior life, echoing responses to his previous communication. Continue reading “Luigi Ricceri – “Letter of the Rector Major” in “Acts of the General Council of the Salesian Society”” →

This letter expresses deep gratitude for the congratulations, best wishes, and prayers received on the fiftieth anniversary of the author’s Ordination and First Mass. Continue reading “Luigi Ricceri – “Letter of the Rector Major” in “Acts of the General Council of the Salesian Society”” →

This letter reflects on the recent Latin-American Provincials’ Meeting in Brazil, focusing on the practical and urgent implementation of recommendations from Provincial Chapters. Continue reading “Luigi Ricceri – “Letter of the Rector Major” in “Acts of the General Council of the Salesian Society”” →

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 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”” →

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”” →

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”” →

El Rector Mayor les escribe después de la solemnidad de María Auxiliadora, que ha vivido en Valdocco, donde, junto a numerosos participantes, ha inaugurado, primero con una concelebración eucarística y luego con un acto cultural, los trabajos de restauración de la Basílica llevados a cabo hasta hoy. Continue reading “Pascual Chavez Villanueva – “Con el coraje de don Bosco en las nuevas fronteras de la comunicaciòn social” in “Actas del Consejo general”” →

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