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Pascual Chavez Villanueva – “Spirituality and mission. Disciples and apostles of the Risen Lord” in “Acts of the General Council of the Salesian Society of St John Bosco”



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In this letter, the Rector Major extends Easter greetings and discusses significant events, including Spirituality Days and a theological seminar on consecrated life. They highlight the importance of evangelization in the context of the Church’s mission and express solidarity with Japan following a devastating earthquake and tsunami. Continue reading “Pascual Chavez Villanueva – “Spirituality and mission. Disciples and apostles of the Risen Lord” in “Acts of the General Council of the Salesian Society of St John Bosco”” →

Pascual Chavez Villanueva – “Let us educate with the heart of Don Bosco” in “Acts of the General Council of the Salesian Society of St John Bosco”



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In this letter, the author reflects on recent Salesian events and beatifications, emphasizing the significance of martyrdom and holiness. They introduce the theme of the 2008 Strenna, focusing on education within the Salesian Family. Continue reading “Pascual Chavez Villanueva – “Let us educate with the heart of Don Bosco” in “Acts of the General Council of the Salesian Society of St John Bosco”” →

Piera Ruffinatto – “La fedeltà allo “spirito di don Bosco” chiave interpretativa della metodologia educativa delle FMA” in “L’arte di educare nello stile nel sistema preventivo. Approfondimenti e prospettive”



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La storia dell’Istituto delle Figlie di Maria Ausiliatrice è costantemente permeata dal riferimento al Fondatore san Giovanni Bosco,presupposto che garantisce la vitalità e la continuità della sua missione educativa lungo il tempo. Il ritornare con intelligenza e senso critico alle proprie radici, infatti, è un’azione imprescindibile al fine di orientare in modo saggio e coraggioso le scelte operative nel campo dell’educazione cristiana dei giovani e delle giovani.

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Paul Wynants – “Writing the history of a religious teaching institute: guidelines for research, sources and methods (19th and 20th Centuries)” in “Journal of Salesian Studies”



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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.

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Egidio Viganò – “Letter of the Rector Major” in “Acts of the General Council of the salesian society of St John Bosco”



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The Rector Major writes from the Extraordinary Synod of Bishops, expressing thoughts for the benefit of the Salesian Family and young people. The Synod has discerned numerous rich facets of life, lines of action, and hopes for the future, which he feels compelled to share for the sake of common sanctification and apostolate. Continue reading “Egidio Viganò – “Letter of the Rector Major” in “Acts of the General Council of the salesian society of St John Bosco”” →

Egidio Viganò – “Letter of the Rector Major” in “Acts of the General Council of the salesian society of St John Bosco”



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The Rector Major writes on the anniversary of his first religious profession, marking 50 years since that significant date, just halfway to the centenary celebrations of the congregation in ’88. He completed his novitiate two years after Don Bosco’s canonization and is observing his Golden Jubilee of profession a couple of years before the centenary of Don Bosco’s death. This period of time prompts reflections on his Salesian experience. Continue reading “Egidio Viganò – “Letter of the Rector Major” in “Acts of the General Council of the salesian society of St John Bosco”” →

Juan Edmundo Vecchi – “Beatification of Bro. Artemide Zatti: a sensational precedent” in “Acts of the General Council of the Salesian Society of St John Bosco”



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The letter celebrates the recent beatification of seven Salesian coadjutor martyrs and Brother Artemide Zatti. It underscores the significance of these events in filling a historical gap and highlighting the value of coadjutor brothers in Salesian life. Continue reading “Juan Edmundo Vecchi – “Beatification of Bro. Artemide Zatti: a sensational precedent” in “Acts of the General Council of the Salesian Society of St John Bosco”” →

Eunan McDonnell – “Holy indifference. Freeing the heart for pure love” in “Journal of Salesian Studies”



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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.

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Richard Wanner – “Don Bosco’s gift to the Church: a spirituality for youth” in “Journal of Salesian Studies”



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St. John Bosco (1815-1888) was a product of Piedmont in northern Italy. His seventy-two years spanned a time of industrialization in Turin and other major cities and the complexities of Italian unification. Despite an often harsh anti-clerical atmosphere and the volatile political situation , a number of saints rose to prominence in nineteenth century Piedmont.

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John Roche – “Salesian evangelization. At the threshold of the bicentennial of Don Bosco’s birth – Part 2” in “Journal of Salesian Studies”



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MaryJo Leddy explained that in her act of accompaniment with many of the young adults assisting in her ministry to the refugees, she found herself taking a lead from them. She has found a voice of conscience and concern in this generation. She is touched by their thirst and hunger for holiness and authenticity.

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Piera Cavaglià – Lo stemma dell’Istituto delle Figlie di Maria Ausiliatrice



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L’esigenza di avere uno stemma proprio emerge in seguito alla “separazione” dell’Istituto dalla Società Salesiana. Infatti, in una delle sedute del Consiglio generale in data 26 luglio 1905 si prende in considerazione il fatto, e si stabilisce di farlo preparare per poi sottoporlo all’approvazione del Capitolo generale. Nel verbale dell’adunanza si legge: “Si è determinato di presentare al Capitolo Generale un timbro o bollo da adottarsi per tutta la Congregazione”.

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Arthur Lenti – “Community and mission. Spiritual insights and salesian religious life in Don Bosco’s Constitutions” in “Journal of Salesian Studies”



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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.

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