…study of Don Bosco’s system of education up to the end of the second world war 2. From philological and literary research to an overall reinterpretation 3. Recent studies and…
Giovanni Bosco – “Spiritual resources of the christian” in “Salesian Sources 1. Don Bosco and his work. Collected works”
click to download pdf All the means of salvation are to be found in the Church, where holiness and charity flourish. Don Bosco constantly invites adults and young people to…
Joseph Boenzi – “Paolo Albera presenting the teachings of Saint Francis de Sales to young Salesians in formation” in “La parola e la storia: uno sguardo Salesiano. Studi in onore del prof. Morand Wirth”
click to download pdf Explicit references to the life and teachings of Saint Francis de Sales figure greatly into Don Albera’s retreat instructions during the eighteen years he served as…
Jose Kuruvachira – “History of the Inculturation of Don Bosco’s Charism in India: 1906-1956” in “Salesianum”
…(1906-1956). In India Don Bosco’s charism took three major directions: a special predilection for poor and abandoned youth and their education; mission ad gentes and catechesis; works of charity and…
Chris Saldanha – “Missionary work in the context of other religions (excluding islam)” in “Lettura missionaria di «Educare i giovani alla fede»”
click to download pdf This document provides an in-depth exploration of major non-Christian religions in predominantly non-Christian countries, specifically focusing on South and Southeast Asia, excluding Islamic nations and the…
Egidio Viganò – The Don Bosco centenary and our renewal
click to download pdf Contents: lntroduction A rapid look back over the celebrations: The Jubilee Year; enthusiastic participation by young people; Appreciation on the part of civil authorities; Studies and…
Luigi Ricceri – “Letter of the Rector Major” in “Acts of the General Council of the Salesian Society of St John Bosco”
click to download pdf This letter recounts the Rector Major’s recent travels abroad, including attendance at the Latin-American Congress of Past Pupils and meetings with Provincials from the Pacific-Caribbean zone….
Egidio Viganò – “Letter of the Rector Major” in “Acts of the Superior Council of the salesian society”
click to download pdf In this letter, the Rector Major mentions two significant events: the passing of the saintly Rector Major emeritus, Father Renato Ziggiotti, in Albarts (Verona) on April…
Jacques Schepens – “Human nature in the educational outlook of St. John Bosco” in “Ricerche storiche salesiane”
…to values like “board, lodging and clothing”, work and culture, the use of free time, recreational activities and insertion in social life. These are not values or realities opposed to…
Ángel Fernández Artime – “Letter of the Rector Major” in “Acts of the General Council of the Salesian Society of St John Bosco”
click to download pdf This letter reflects on the conclusion of the Bicentenary year of Don Bosco’s birth, emphasizing both public and private celebrations. It explores the gratitude felt for…
Gustavo Fabian Cavagnari – “Salesian youth ministry and family in the light of Amoris Laetitia” in “Journal of Salesian Studies”
click to download pdf In these pages I would like to reflect on youth ministry with a special focus on family. I hope that, by the end of this reflection…
Egidio Viganò – “Letter of the Rector Major” in “Acts of the General Council of the salesian society of St John Bosco”
…also a religious. Don Bosco: Priest and Founder for the young. Urgent need for better salesian formation. The GC23 and our pastoral growth. Gratitude to the Priest and his entrustment…
Luigi Ricceri – “Letter of the Rector Major” in “Acts of the General Council of the Salesian Society”
…delays are unacceptable and that unity and decisive action are essential for progress and hope. Summary: Missionaries of youth Our mission: evangelizing youth ‘Evangelization is just starting’ Naught for your…
John Roche – “Salesian evangelization. At the threshold of the bicentennial of Don Bosco’s birth – Part 2” in “Journal of Salesian Studies”
…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. She is…
Francis J. Moloney – “Salesians beyond 2000” in “Journal of Salesian Studies”
click to download pdf 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…