click to download pdf This article would like to present a general view of the political situation of China in the period of 1920-30. Even though China has succeeded in…
Giovanni Bosco – “Confidential letters to the Pope concerning the political situation (1858-1867, 1873)” in “Salesian Sources 1. Don Bosco and his work. Collected work”
click to download pdf In the years immediately preceding and following Italian Unity (1858-1866), Don Bosco kept constantly in touch with Pius IX by letter. He did this not only…
Carlo Socol – “The implantation of the salesian charism in China (1906-1936): ideals, challenges, answers and results” in “Implantation of the Salesian charism in Asia – Ideals, challenges, answers, results”
click to download pdf The Salesians landed in Macao on 13 February 1906 to take over the management of a diocesan orphanage and set up a school of arts and…
Autori Vari – Mary Help of Christians. On the occasion of the Silver Jubilee
…to face and problems to solve, including learning new languages, understanding new mentalities and cultures. Over time, Salesian presences have expanded into Malawi, Namibia and Zimbabwe, together forming a vibrant…
Pascual Chavez Villanueva – «Christ loved the Church and gave himself up for her» (Eph. 5,25). Commentary on the Strenna 2005
click to download pdf Contents: The reason Rejuvenating the Church: a gift and a task A testimony, a model, an image Church, the light of all nations, mystery and sacrament…
Juan Edmundo Vecchi – “«I have come to do your will». Our obedience: a sign and prophecy” in “Acts of the General Council of the Salesian Society of St John Bosco”
click to download pdf The text explores the changing perception of obedience in modern society, acknowledging skepticism and individualism. It argues for a nuanced understanding of obedience rooted in shared…
Roger Burggraeve – “Reason and reasonableness as pillars of education. An ethical updating of Don Bosco’s legacy” in “Forum salesiano”
…communities of participation Conclusion: reason and reasonableness give a realistic form to cordial affection Reference time period: 1981 – 2012 R. Burggraeve, “Reason and reasonableness as pillars of education. An…
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”
…imagine what God looks like 3.2 Listening to the Word lo become community Together because we are saved Responsible for one another 3.3 Listening to the Word to remain faithtul…
Michael Mendl – “Personnel of the New Rochelle province: increase and decrease, 1946-1988” in “Ricerche storiche salesiane”
…Data and Observations: 1946-1951 Data and Observations: 1952-1960 Data and Observations: 1961-1969 Data and Observations: 1970-1978 Data and Observations: 1979-1987 Long-term Perseverance Changes of Status A Bright Spot amid the…
Edna Mary Mac Donald – Maria Domenica Mazzarello and the question of literacy in “Ricerche storiche salesiane”
click to download pdf Maria Mazzarello mother’s ability to read forms one of the key means of her own human, christian and religious development. From the author’s research to date…
Peter Roebuck – The Foundation Decade at Shrigley. Seminary, Church & Shrine (1929-1939)
click to download pdf The case study which is the subject of this book is drawn from an earlier era of expansion and optimism. Based upon a very full collection…
John Puntino – “Fr. Rinaldi, Good Father and Humble Servant of all” in “Journal of salesian studies”
…to English literature. Using his privileged access to documents and testimonies related to Father Rinaldi’s canonisation process, Father Cameroni writes with enthusiasm and love for his subject. The book is…
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”
click to download pdf 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….
Ramón Alberdi – “Don Bosco and the Catholic associations in Spain” in “Don Bosco’s place in history”
…fatherland 2.4.3 Public profession of the Christian faith 2.4.4 Antiprotestantism and antiliberalism 2.4.5 The union of forces for the struggle 2.4.6 The promotion of culture and popular education 3. Other…
Ángel Fernández Artime – “Lord, give me this water” (John 4:15). Let us cultivate the art of listening and of accompaniment” in “Acts of the General Council of the Salesian Society of St John Bosco”
click to download pdf This letter introduces the Strenna, an annual message to the Salesian Family, focusing on the theme of “Young People, the Faith and Vocational Discernment” in preparation…