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””
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 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””
Le Recteur Majeur vous écrit dans l’ambiance joyeuse du récent consistoire où le Saint-Père a élevé au cardinalat trois de nos très estimés confrères pour le service du ministère de Pierre : Son Éminence Rosalio Castillo Lara, archevêque titulaire de Precausa et président de la Commission pontificale pour l’interprétation authentique du code de droit canon ; Son Éminence Miguel Obando Bravo, archevêque de Managua au Nicaragua (Amérique centrale) ; et Son Éminence Adolphe Stickler, archevêque titulaire de Bolsena, bibliothécaire et archiviste du Saint-Siège. Continue reading “Egidio Viganò – “La lettre de Jean-Paul Il aux jeunes ” in “Actes du Conseil supérieur””
El Rector Mayor se comunica por primera vez mediante una carta circular, cuatro meses después de la clausura del CG25, una intensa experiencia espiritual salesiana. Destaca la acogida positiva de los Documentos Capitulares “La Comunidad Salesiana Hoy” por parte de las Inspectorías, que están siendo estudiados y asimilados para la renovación de las comunidades salesianas. Continue reading “Pascual Chavez Villanueva – “Queridos Salesianos ¡Sed Santos!” in “Actas del Consejo general””
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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