A modo di concludere, sottolineo che la preoccupazione di favorire il percorso di fede delle nuove generazioni interpella a ripensare le modalità di vivere e proporre l’esperienza di fede riscoprendo l’essenza dell’esperienza di fede sempre contrassegnata dalla realtà esistenziale dei singoli e delle comunità; e spinge a riscoprire l’identità comunionale e missionaria della Chiesa.
Continue reading “Rosangela Siboldi – Come valorizzare la dimensione di religione oggi?”
There are two well-known perspectives in talking about the pedagogy of Don Bosco: on the one hand, the binary idea of a repressive versus a preventive system and, on the other, the triple concept of ‘kindness, reason, religion’ (amorevolezza, ragione, religione).
The letter recounts the author’s recent travels to Sri Lanka, India, China, and South Africa, reflecting on the diverse experiences encountered and expressing gratitude for God’s blessings. It emphasizes the importance of Asia and Africa for the Congregation’s future and calls for faithful inculturation of Don Bosco’s charism in these regions. Continue reading “Pascual Chavez Villanueva – “You who seek the Lord; look to the rock from which you were hewn” (Is 51,1). Presentation of the Interamerica Region” in “Acts of the General Council of the Salesian Society of St John Bosco””
In the framework of such a short introduction, I would like to recall some basic principles, obvious enough to most specialists. The first half of my presentation will be historiographical: by tracing the way in which a congregation’s past has been perceived over the course of time, I will point out themes for research that seem of interest to me.
The letter, written during the Christmas season, reflects on the significance of the Incarnation and the closeness of God to humanity through Jesus Christ. It acknowledges the joy of the Christmas message while also recognizing the challenges and hardships faced by Mary, Joseph, and ultimately Jesus himself. Continue reading “Pascual Chavez Villanueva – “”But who do you say that I am?” (Mk 8,28). Looking at Christ through the eyes of Don Bosco” in “Acts of the Superior Council of the Salesian Society””
The letter celebrates Corpus Christi and reflects on the centrality of the Eucharist in the life of the Church and believers. It emphasizes the transformative power of Jesus’ teachings and the importance of listening to his word amidst challenges. Drawing inspiration from the lives of saints, it urges a renewed commitment to Christ and a deeper engagement with his teachings as the ultimate source of faith and hope. Continue reading “Pascual Chavez Villanueva – “”Lord, to whom shall we go? You have the words of eternal life” (Jn 6,69). The word of God and Salesian Life today” in “Acts of the Superior Council of the Salesian Society””
The Rector Major invites the Confreres to prepare themselves for the General Chapter. Continue reading “Egidio Viganò – “Letter of the Rector Major” in “Acts of the Superior Council of the salesian society””
Il Rettor Maggiore accenna il Capitolo Generale X che ebbe principio il 23 Agosto e terminò la sera del 13 Settembre dell’anno 1904. Questa solenne assemblea fu indetta sei mesi prima, e fu convocata osservando scrupolosamente tutte le norme che la Chiesa sapientemente ha tracciato alle Comunità Religiose. Furono presenti tutto il Capitolo Superiore, il Procuratore Generale, tutti gli Ispettori ed un Delegato eletto dai confratelli nei Capitoli Ispettoriali. Furono assenti solamente gli Ispettori dell’Equatore e di S. Salvador in America, legittimamente impediti. Continue reading “Michele Rua – “Il Capitolo generale X. La Pia Unione dei cooperatori salesiani” in “Lettere circolari di Don Michele Rua ai salesiani””
The letter refers to the figure of Don Michele Rua and his teachings, which are examples of a full and devoted life. Continue reading “Luigi Ricceri – “Letter of the Rector Major” in “Acts of the Superior Council of the salesian society””
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In the article, Fr. Frank looks at the images of God and Community and poses questions that young people in Western Societies are facing on the threshold of the Third Millennium. He moves from the contemporary to the scriptural, and looks at the figure of Jesus and questions of discipleship as posed in the New Testament. What is the significance of discipleship in the Gospels? How does this significance speak to our reality? to our vocation as Christians, and as Salesians? These are the questions of the middle portion of Fr. Moloney’ s reflections.
Continue reading “Francis J. Moloney – “Salesians beyond 2000” in “Journal of Salesian Studies””
In many a document the Church has defined the nature, goal and elements of youth ministry and has included it neatly in the methods of evangelization in its different stages. We can proudly say that the Salesian educative-pastoral plan has been, and continues to be, in line with the Church’s evangelizing mission.
The present article is not concerned with the new constitutions. No comparative study will be attempted, nor any reference will be made to them. This would be carrying coal to Newcastle. I shall instead attempt simply to identify and briefly discuss some of the spiritual insights and principles for religious life and action which Don Bosco embodied in his constitutions.
Sono diverse le ragioni per le quali un progetto educativo si traduce in un insuccesso. A volte sono le aspettative disattese che ne determinano la chiusura; oppure, come nel caso del Collegio salesiano S. Rocco di Sondrio, viene deciso, seppur in modo sofferto, di optare per un indirizzo educativo differente.
Sul concetto di catechesi, sul suo inserimento nell’insieme dell’azione pastorale e sul suo rapporto con altri momenti dell’agire ecclesiale (come l’evangelizzazione, la liturgia, l’educazione cristiana, l’impegno apostolico, ecc.) non sempre si hanno idee chiare e concordi. Sarà utile, in questo senso, tentare una delucidazione delle realtà in gioco.
Continue reading “Emilio Alberich – “Catechesi” in “Progetto Educativo Pastorale””
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