Pascual Chavez Villanueva – “With the courage of Don Bosco on the new frontiers of social communication” in “Acts of the General Council of the Salesian Society of St John Bosco”

The letter begins with greetings and gratitude to the recipients, following the recent celebration of the Solemnity of Mary Help of Christians at Valdocco. It expresses appreciation for contributions to the restoration of the Basilica and reflects on recent global events, including the death of Pope John Paul II and the election of Pope Benedict XVI. Continue reading “Pascual Chavez Villanueva – “With the courage of Don Bosco on the new frontiers of social communication” in “Acts of the General Council of the Salesian Society of St John Bosco””

Pascual Chavez Villanueva – “Come over to Macedonia and help us” (Acts 16,9). Presentation of the Northern European Region” in “Acts of the General Council of the Salesian Society of St John Bosco”

The letter extends Easter wishes and gratitude for condolences on the author’s father’s passing. It mentions the upcoming beatification of Fr. Bronislaw Marhiewicz and the initiation of Team Visits halfway through the six years following the last General Chapter. Continue reading “Pascual Chavez Villanueva – “Come over to Macedonia and help us” (Acts 16,9). Presentation of the Northern European Region” in “Acts of the General Council of the Salesian Society of St John Bosco””

Pascual Chavez Villanueva – “”You will be my witnesses… even to the ends of the Earth” (Acts 1, 8b). Presentation of the Italy-Middle East Region” in “Acts of the General Council of the Salesian Society of St John Bosco”

The letter begins with warm greetings to the recipients, highlighting recent events within the Salesian Congregation. It notes the appointment of Fr. Luc Van Looy as Bishop of Ghent, expressing gratitude for his service and announcing the appointment of Fr. Adriano Bregolin as the new Vicar General. Continue reading “Pascual Chavez Villanueva – “”You will be my witnesses… even to the ends of the Earth” (Acts 1, 8b). Presentation of the Italy-Middle East Region” in “Acts of the General Council of the Salesian Society of St John Bosco””

João dos Santos Barbosa Neto – “Dalla fede alla virtù: un cammino catechetico mistagogico di discernimento” in “Giovani e scelte di vita. Prospettive educative”

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””

Egidio Viganò – “Letter of the Rector Major” in “Acts of the Superior Council of the salesian society”

The text emphasizes the love of Christ as the foundation of the Salesian Family particularly in serving young people. It highlights the importance of following Christ’s example and finding joy in dedicating oneself to serving youth and the working class, especially through the sacrament of the Eucharist. Continue reading “Egidio Viganò – “Letter of the Rector Major” in “Acts of the Superior Council of the salesian society””

Egidio Viganò – “Letter of the Rector Major” in “Acts of the Superior Council of the salesian society”

The recent General Chapters have treated the topic of “Salesian Brother” with deep concern, and the current state of affairs presents an urgent challenge. This matter concerns not only the Brothers but each individual within the community. It affects the entire body, the community, and a fundamental dimension of the Congregation. It’s not just about “him” but about “us” collectively.

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Pietro Stella – “Don Bosco e la formazione dei suoi religiosi nel decennio 1870-1880” in “Vita religiosa guanelliana e formazione”

Il decennio 1870-1880 è stato cruciale per le opere di Don Bosco, segnando la fondazione delle Figlie di Maria Ausiliatrice e della Pia Unione dei Cooperatori salesiani, nonché l’espansione dei salesiani in Francia e in Argentina. È stato un periodo di crescita, con la diffusione del “Bollettino salesiano” e l’aumento del sostegno da parte di simpatizzanti. Continue reading “Pietro Stella – “Don Bosco e la formazione dei suoi religiosi nel decennio 1870-1880” in “Vita religiosa guanelliana e formazione””

Michele Rua – “Formazione intellettuale e morale dei chierici” in “Lettere circolari di Don Michele Rua ai salesiani”

E’ necessario regolarizzare ogni giorno di più le cose per porre in cima di ogni nobilissima aspirazione la formazione intellettuale e morale dei chierici, formazione che importa: noviziato regolare; studentato filosofico, pur regolare, sì per quelli che si preparano a Licenze e a titoli d’insegnamento, come per gli altri dediti esclusivamente al Corso di filosofia, senza
aspirazione ad esami pubblici; studentato teologico regolare.

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Francisco Castellanos Hurtado – “Educación salesiana en el colegio de Santa Julia en la Ciudad de México en tiempos difíciles” in “L’educazione salesiana dal 1880 al 1922. Istanze ed attuazioni in diversi contesti”

El modelo educativo-pastoral de Don Bosco, iniciado en Turín en 1841, evolucionó desde simples actividades catequísticas y recreativas hasta la consolidación de una obra con sede permanente en la Casa del Sr. Pinardi en Valdocco en 1846. A lo largo de los años, Don Bosco expandió su labor, adquiriendo la Casa Pinardi en 1850 y desarrollando instalaciones educativas más amplias.

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Ana Cristina Zhena Lousada ,Carmelita Leonilda Agrizzi ,Silvia Cecília Campos Lourenço – “Juventude e mercado de trabalho numa perspectiva humano-cristã: programa de capacitação e inserção do jovem” in “Atti del Congresso Internazionale, Roma 20-23 settembre 2018, Vol. 2”

O “Nova Vida” é um programa municipal que funciona há 28 anos na cidade de Macaé (estado do Rio de Janeiro – Brasil) e trabalha com jovens entre 14 e 18 anos. Os jovens do programa passam um turno do dia trabalhando numa secretaria municipal e no outro turno frequentam a escola. Eles recebem meio salário mínimo (atualmente R$ 469,00, aproximadamente 115,00 euros – valores de dezembro de 2017).  Esta é uma oportunidade para aprender a trabalhar, por conseguinte são incluídos socialmente. Continue reading “Ana Cristina Zhena Lousada ,Carmelita Leonilda Agrizzi ,Silvia Cecília Campos Lourenço – “Juventude e mercado de trabalho numa perspectiva humano-cristã: programa de capacitação e inserção do jovem” in “Atti del Congresso Internazionale, Roma 20-23 settembre 2018, Vol. 2””

Pascual Chavez Villanueva – “Priority of animation and main lines of action” in “Acts of the General Council of the Salesian Society of St John Bosco”

The Rector Major presents the Project of Animation and Government for the six-year period 2002-2008, following the GC25. This plan aims to translate the Chapter Document into actionable initiatives within communities worldwide. The Project provides a framework for the Rector Major and his Council to guide, monitor, and assess the implementation of the Chapter’s directives. It reflects a commitment to turn the Chapter’s vision into tangible actions across the Congregation. Continue reading “Pascual Chavez Villanueva – “Priority of animation and main lines of action” in “Acts of the General Council of the Salesian Society of St John Bosco””

Joseph Boenzi – “St. Francis de Sales, bibliography of publications in English” in “Journal of Salesian Studies”

Over the last number of years “Salesian Spirituality,” first articulated by Francis de Sales and Jane Frances de Chantal, has attracted renewed interest in English-speaking countries. Theirs has been called a “spirituality of the heart,” and their prayer style has been dubbed intuitive, simple, spacious but unified and holistic.

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