In an article which appeared in an earlier issue of this Journal, I described some of Don Bosco’s concerns, as he expressed them in meetings of his council and in sessions of General Chapters held during the last decade of his life.
Arthur Lenti – “Key-concepts, concerns and fears of a founder – Don Bosco in his declining years” in “Journal of Salesian Studies”
My article on Don Bosco’s last years, which saw the light of day in this Journal, was based on chronicles and memoirs held in the Central Salesian Archive. Besides these chronicles and memoirs, there are other important documents to be found in the archive relating to Don Bosco’s last years.
Arthur Lenti – “The Bosco-Gastaldi conflict (1872-82), Part II” in “Journal of Salesian Studies”
Thus the approval of the Salesian Constitutions in April 1874 was followed by a second and more bitterly fought phase of the conflict.
Michael Mendl – “A man for his times: Father Peter Ricaldone as Rector Major (1932-1951), Part I” in “Journal of Salesian Studies”
Peter Ricaldone was a major superior of the Salesian Society for forty years, half of them as rector major.
Philip J. Pascucci – “Once upon a time in old New York” in “Journal of Salesian Studies”
During the years following the late nineteenth and early twentieth century the Italian immigrant made his way, educated his children, and contributed his many talents to the great melting pot, not only in New York City, but in the whole of the United States.
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.”
Michael Mendl – “St. John Bosco’s dealings with the Cavour family” in “Journal of Salesian Studies”
In carrying out his humble apostolate on behalf of poor and abandoned boys, Saint John Bosco (1815-1888) came into frequent contact with the wealthy and the powerful of Piedmontese society.
Autori Vari – “Activities and works of salesian youth ministry” in “Salesian youth ministry”
We propose some reflections on the most important features of the works and services in which one carries out the Salesian Youth Ministry outlined in the Educative and Pastoral Project.
Michele Rua – “Felice esito dell’VIII Capitolo Generale. Come apprezzano le opere nostre” in “Lettere circolari di Don Michele Rua ai salesiani”
L’anno 1898, che sta per finire, sarà sempre memorando nei fasti della nostra Pia Società. Voi desidererete sapere quali cose specialmente le aggiunsero lustro, ed io a comune consolazione, e dirò anche, a comune edificazione vengo ad esporvele. Merita d’essere accennata in primo luogo la riuscitissima adunanza del nostro ottavo Capitolo Generale.
Michele Rua – “Vocazioni – VIII Capitolo Generale. Decennio della morte di Don Bosco” in “Lettere circolari di Don Michele Rua ai salesiani”
In questa lettera sostanziosa, l’autore informa i suoi Salesiani del decennio della morte di Don Bosco e li invita a seguire le sue tracce. L’autore dà poi alcuni avvisi e incoraggiamenti.
Michael Ribotta – “The day they shut down the oratory school” in “Journal of Salesian Studies”
On June 30, 1879, after numerous attempts to stave off the inevitable, Don Bosco was finally compelled to shut down his oratory school in Valdocco.
Michele Rua – “Decisioni riguardo ai Cooperatori ed al Bollettino” in “Lettere circolari di Don Michele Rua ai salesiani”
In questa lettera si prendono delle decisioni importanti per quanto riguarda i Cooperatori e il Bollettino salesiano. Michele Rua premette alcune osservazioni. Continue reading “Michele Rua – “Decisioni riguardo ai Cooperatori ed al Bollettino” in “Lettere circolari di Don Michele Rua ai salesiani””
Paolo Albera – “Convocazione del Capitolo Generale XII. La revisione delle Costituzioni. Il terzo Centenario della morte di S. Francesco di Sales” in “Lettere Circolari di Don Paolo Albera ai Salesiani”
In questa lettera, il Rettor Maggiore Paolo Albera scrive a riguardo della convocazione del Capitolo Generale, del terzo centenario della morte di San Francesco di Sales, della revisione delle Costituzioni.
Paolo Albera – “Sulle vocazioni” in “Lettere Circolari di Don Paolo Albera ai Salesiani”
In questa lettera, il Rettor Maggiore Paolo Albera scrive a riguardo delle vocazioni, come coltivarle e come accompagnarle e delle deliberazioni del Capitolo Superiore.
Michele Rua – “Ringraziamenti – Vicariato di Mendez. Profitto nostro e delle anime” in “Lettere circolari di Don Michele Rua ai salesiani”
Dopo le vacanze natalizie, il Rettor Maggiore dà qualche notizia e fa delle garanzie, va bene di gran lunga passare un anno felice e ripieno di meriti. Continue reading “Michele Rua – “Ringraziamenti – Vicariato di Mendez. Profitto nostro e delle anime” in “Lettere circolari di Don Michele Rua ai salesiani””