Francesco Motto – Start afresh from Don Bosco. Meditations for a Spiritual Retreat

And so the main object of our reflections will be the figure of Don Bosco, a figure we shall try to make contact with, not so much to understand his external actions which we all know about already, but rather to understand the conditions, the motivations, the spirit which led him to make specific choices, to work in a specific way, to write about particular matters, to reach a particular form of holiness which is specifically his own, different in some ways from that of other saints.

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Capitolo Generale XXVI Salesiani di Don Bosco – “Da mihi animas, cetera tolle” in “Atti del Consiglio generale della società salesiana di San Giovanni Bosco”

La pubblicazione degli Atti, con i documenti che ne fanno parte, rende ufficiali gli orientamenti assunti e segna il punto di partenza del sessennio 2008-2014.

Il tema del CG26 è unitario, anche se articolato in nuclei tematici. A prima vista può sembrare che il CG26 abbia trattato di cinque argomenti diversi; in realtà si tratta di un unico tema: il programma di vita spirituale e apostolica di Don Bosco. Continue reading “Capitolo Generale XXVI Salesiani di Don Bosco – “Da mihi animas, cetera tolle” in “Atti del Consiglio generale della società salesiana di San Giovanni Bosco””

Capitolo Generale XXVII Salesiani di don Bosco – “Testimoni della radicalità evangelica”. Lavoro e temperanza. Documenti Capitolari

Gli Atti del CG27 si suddividono in tre parti fondamentali: il testo di sviluppo del tema “Testimoni della radicalità evangelica”; le deliberazioni; gli allegati. Queste parti sono tutte importanti e contribuiscono a comprendere l’evento capitolare e il suo spirito. Continue reading “Capitolo Generale XXVII Salesiani di don Bosco – “Testimoni della radicalità evangelica”. Lavoro e temperanza. Documenti Capitolari”

Michal Vojtáš – Reviving Don Bosco’s oratory. Salesian Youth Ministry, leadership and innovative project management

The “Salesians of Don Bosco” (SDB) are the largest Catholic religious order with a primary focus on youth ministry and education. If we observe its action in synergy with the whole Salesian Family, uniting more than 30 congregations, institutes, associations and movements, we can state that the Salesian Youth Ministry influences millions of young people worldwide through schools, youth centres, parishes, missionary centres, informal activities, volunteering, and animation.

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Ángel Fernández Artime – “100 Years for God and for the World”. Letter of the Rector Major to the Volunteers of Don Bosco on the Centenary of the Foundation of the Institute” in “Acts of the General Council of the Salesian Society of St John Bosco”

This letter highlights the celebration of the Centenary of the Institute of the Volunteers of Don Bosco, a significant event within the Salesian Family. Held in Valdocco last May, this milestone provides an opportunity to reflect on the history and identity of the Institute. Continue reading “Ángel Fernández Artime – “100 Years for God and for the World”. Letter of the Rector Major to the Volunteers of Don Bosco on the Centenary of the Foundation of the Institute” in “Acts of the General Council of the Salesian Society of St John Bosco””

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 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””

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 writing at the outset of the jubilee year dedicated to God our Father, the source of every good gift. Among these gifts, after Baptism and Christian life, lies the special grace of consecration, which he previously invited everyone to reflect upon. Continue reading “Juan Edmundo Vecchi – “Letter of the Rector Major” in “Acts of the General Council of the salesian society of St John Bosco””

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””

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’s visits to various parts of the Congregation have revealed the keen interest of Provinces and local communities in the guidelines of GC24. Some are just beginning to engage with the material, while others have already started implementing concrete suggestions for animating educational and pastoral communities, the Salesian Family, and the Salesian Movement. Continue reading “Juan Edmundo Vecchi – “Letter of the Rector Major” in ” Acts of the General Council of the salesian society of St John Bosco””

Juan Edmundo Vecchi – “Letter of the Rector Major” in ” Acts of the General Council of the salesian society of St John Bosco”

At the time of writing this letter, the GC24 has been distributed to all the Provinces. Following the initial communication during the Chapter and subsequent transmissions by participants, the official edition has been disseminated through Acts in various languages. This edition includes documents in line with the Constitutions, as well as supplementary texts for a deeper understanding of the event and the guidelines provided. Continue reading “Juan Edmundo Vecchi – “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”

Fraternal greetings are extended from the Rector Major and the members of the General Council, with special mention of Fr. Martin McPake, who has been unwell for some time and is seeking intercession through Don Rua.  The General Council’s recent activities, including Team Visits, have highlighted both the progress made in the Congregation since the last General Chapter (GC23) and the areas that still require attention, particularly in the evangelization of the youth. Continue reading “Egidio Viganò – “Letter of the Rector Major” in “Acts of the General Council of the salesian society of St John Bosco””

Pascual Chavez Villanueva – «Witnesses to the radical approach of the Gospel». Called to live in fidelity Don Bosco’s apostolic project. “Work and temperance” in “Acts of the General Council of the Salesian Society of St John Bosco”

The General Council, having convened for the plenary session, deliberated on the forthcoming General Chapter’s theme and objectives in light of the challenges confronting the Congregation. Preceding the Team Visits, an in-depth examination of these challenges was undertaken, with the visits offering further insights. Continue reading “Pascual Chavez Villanueva – «Witnesses to the radical approach of the Gospel». Called to live in fidelity Don Bosco’s apostolic project. “Work and temperance” in “Acts of the General Council of the Salesian Society of St John Bosco””

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