The Rector Major reflects on the significance of the year 2000, not just as a unique moment in the calendar but as a cultural milestone with unforeseen consequences for individuals and humanity as a whole. It urges us to retrospectively evaluate the past century and to rekindle hopes for the future and beyond. Continue reading “Juan Edmundo Vecchi – “Letter of the Rector Major” in ” Acts of the General Council of the salesian society of St John Bosco””
The Rector Major is pleased to extend his greetings, along with those of the members of the General Council, to all of you as some begin a new year of pastoral activity while others gather the final results of the previous one. He sends a special message of support and encouragement to communities facing challenging situations due to war and conflicts, particularly in Africa, and requests that they be remembered in prayers. Continue reading “Juan Edmundo Vecchi – “Letter of the Rector Major” in “Acts of the General Council of the salesian society of St John Bosco””
In this letter to fellow members of the Congregation, the Rector Major extends warm Christmas greetings and reflects on the significance of God’s incarnation. They highlight the recent Apostolic Exhortation “Evangelii Gaudium” by Pope Francis as a transformative document, emphasizing the urgency of evangelization in today’s world. Continue reading “Pascual Chavez Villanueva – “«Da mihi animas, cetera tolle». Let us draw upon the spiritual experience of Don Bosco, in order to walk in holiness according to our specific vocation. «The glory of God and the salvation of souls». Third year of preparation for the Bicentenary of his birth” in “Acts of the General Council of the Salesian Society of St John Bosco””
In this letter, written on the 150th anniversary of the Congregation’s founding, the author reflects on recent activities and events, highlighting the significance of spiritual renewal and rediscovery of the Constitutions. They also commemorate the exemplary life of Don Rua, the first Successor of Don Bosco. Continue reading “Pascual Chavez Villanueva – “Bringing the Gospel to the young. Strenna 2010. Centenary of the death of Don Michael Rua” in “Acts of the General Council of the Salesian Society of St John Bosco””
The Rector Major explains the title of the letter, clarifying that it’s not about celebrating Christmas in July but rather revisiting the theme of “poverty” to encourage greater courage in their renewal efforts. He suggests that poverty is closely linked to the obligation of educating youth in faith, as emphasized in the General Chapter. Continue reading “Egidio Viganò – “Letter of the Rector Major” in “Acts of the Superior Council of the salesian society””
L’integrazione tra la vita e la fede nel vissuto del giovane cristiano passa attraverso l’assimilazione progressiva dei contenuti della catechesi e dell’iniziazione all’esperienza del mistero vissuto nei sacramenti. La conoscenza di Gesù e il rapporto personale stabilito con lui sono due assi che non si oppongono ma che insieme formano la base fondamentale per una autentica vita cristiana. Continue reading “João dos Santos Barbosa Neto – “Dalla fede alla virtù: un cammino catechetico mistagogico di discernimento” in “Giovani e scelte di vita. Prospettive educative””
Francis de Sales’ use of imagery is an acknowledgment that reason alone is insufficient to plumb the mysteries of God’s love and certainly, unable to stimulate us to respond to the passionate love of God.
La povertà in se stessa non è una virtù; essa una legittima conseguenza della colpa originale, destinata da Dio all’espiazione dei peccati ed alla santificazione delle anime. E’ quindi naturale che l’uomo ne abbia orrore, la consideri come una sciagura, e faccia quanto sta in lui per evitarla. La povertà diventa una virtù solo quando è volontariamente abbracciata per amor di Dio, come fanno coloro che si dànno alla vita religiosa. Continue reading “Michele Rua – “La povertà” in “Lettere circolari di Don Michele Rua ai salesiani””
The Rector Major reflects on the feast of Pentecost and hopes for the renewal of the Holy Spirit’s fire within the Church and the Congregation. He provides a summary of his activities over the past three months, including visits to various provinces and meetings with different groups. Continue reading “Pascual Chavez Villanueva – “You are my God. My happiness lies in you alone” in “Acts of the General Council of the Salesian Society of St John Bosco””
La circolare del Rettor Maggiore del 25 giugno 1917 è incentrata sull’invito alla perfezione spirituale e alla generosità nel servire Dio. Il testo affronta la tematica della mediocrità nella vita religiosa, evidenziando la necessità di superare la mera osservanza dei doveri e di aspirare costantemente alla perfezione.
La prassi nasce all’interno della pastorale universitaria dell’Arcidiocesi di Torino in sinergia con la Caritas Diocesana, le istituzioni accademiche del territorio civili e religiose, le istituzioni politiche (Città Metropolitana) e il Centro Servizi per il volontariato. La finalità dell’azione è molteplice ed ha diversi piani: da un lato l’educazione dei giovani attraverso il contatto diretto con la fragilità variamente declinata ed incontrata, dall’altro l’implementazione negli enti che per missione stanno accanto alla fragilità delle competenze e della capacità innovativa dei giovani studenti universitari. Ulteriori finalità e motivazioni sono il dialogo e la collaborazione con le istituzioni coinvolte creando così un clima di fiducia reciproca e collaborazione foriero di nuove possibilità di azione pastorale. Continue reading “Ivan Andreis,Luca Peyron – “Learning by service e learning by doing: nuove frontiere di pastorale giovanile ed universitaria” in “Atti del Congresso Internazionale, Roma 20-23 settembre 2018, Vol. 2””
The article discusses the changing landscape of prayer in contemporary society, with a focus on the disorientation among Christians and the rise of individualized forms of religious expression. It highlights the challenges faced by young Christians in navigating this environment and their curiosity about the Salesians’ approach to prayer. Continue reading “Juan Edmundo Vecchi – “«When you pray say; Our Father….» (Mt 6,9). The Salesian a man and teacher of prayer for the young” in “Acts of the General Council of the Salesian Society of St John Bosco””
This is the story of a woman; a woman that commands our attention; a woman of extraordinary character, virtue and holiness; a woman of exquisite personal sensitivity.
The theme of Pure Love is essential to understanding a Salesian spirituality as lived within the Visitandine tradition. This article explores pure love through the lens of holy indifference which is essential for true spiritual freedom. It concludes with an examination of holy indifference as lived by Mary the paradigm of pure love.
In a very unique way, the women of the Gospels whose stories Francis cites are noteworthy in that they, to varying extents, enjoyed a personal relationship with Jesus himself, and thus with God. Their understanding of sacred love is therefore particularly profound.
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