Questo articolo esplora il complesso fenomeno sociologico della gioventù e la sua relazione con la Chiesa.
Mario Midali – “Riflessioni teologiche sul carisma salesiano” in “La missione dei salesiani nella chiesa. Contributi”
L’essere salesiano oggi implica vivere secondo lo “spirito di Don Bosco”, che si caratterizza per l’attenzione alla gioventù, l’educazione come strumento di formazione e redenzione, la spiritualità salesiana, la solidarietà e l’amore per i giovani svantaggiati.
Ottmar Schoch – “Educazione salesiana, tradizione ed esigenze del tempo presente” in “La missione dei salesiani nella chiesa. Contributi”
Il P. Schoch ha analizzato l’insuccesso dei religiosi impegnati, talvolta da molto tempo, nella educazione salesiana, e che, in questi ultimi anni, hanno visto crollare in qualche modo la loro ragione d’essere sociale.
Francis Desramaut – “Riflessioni dei salesiani d’oggi sulla loro funzione nella Chiesa” in “La missione dei salesiani nella chiesa. Contributi”
Questo estratto offre una panoramica sulla complessa riflessione all’interno della congregazione salesiana riguardo all’identità e al ruolo dei salesiani nella Chiesa cattolica.
Carlos Leoncio Da Silva – “Maria Ausiliatrice della Chiesa nella cristiana educazione della gioventù” in “Salesianum”
L’opera dell’aiuto della Madonna nell’educazione della gioventù sarà sempre nella storia del Cristianesimo uno dei capitoli più ricchi e più espressivi, dei più teneri e commoventi, perché in esso si intrecciano i due amori più forti e più operanti del cuore umano: l’amore materno e l’amore filiale.
Senza autore – Atti del primo congresso internazionale dei cooperatori salesiani tenutosi in Bologna al 23, 24 e 25 Aprile 1895
Era desiderio comune tra i nostri benemeriti Cooperatori , che fossero quanto prima pubblicati gli Atti del primo loro Congresso internazionale, felicemente tenutosi in Bologna l’Aprile scorso.
Pascual Chavez Villanueva – “And preach as you go, saying ‘the Kingdom of Heaven is at hand’, (Mt 10,7) Presentation of the America South-Cone Region” in “Acts of the General Council of the Salesian Society of St John Bosco”
The letter begins with warm greetings and a sense of unity among the recipients, emphasizing the importance of carrying out Jesus’ missionary program. It highlights Don Bosco’s missionary vision and the early missions of the Salesian Congregation. The focus then shifts to discussing the American South-Cone Region, detailing its composition and historical connections among its member countries. Continue reading “Pascual Chavez Villanueva – “And preach as you go, saying ‘the Kingdom of Heaven is at hand’, (Mt 10,7) Presentation of the America South-Cone Region” in “Acts of the General Council of the Salesian Society of St John Bosco””
Egidio Viganò,Juan Edmundo Vecchi – “Letter of the Rector Major” in “Acts of the Superior Council of the salesian society”
On June 23rd of last year, our Rector Major, Fr. Egidio Vigano, the 7th successor of Don Bosco, passed away and returned to God. His peaceful passing occurred at the Generalate, where he was attended by his brothers Frs. Angelo and Francesco, and surrounded by the prayers and affection of fellow confreres and sisters, as well as the esteem of many friends. The Holy Father personally conveyed words of comfort and his blessing to Fr. Vigano the day before his passing.
The funeral services served as a poignant tribute to Fr. Vigano, highlighting the gratitude of confreres and members of the Salesian Family for his unwavering guidance and leadership. They underscored his esteemed reputation in both civil and ecclesiastical circles, attributed to his theological acumen and collaborative spirit. Continue reading “Egidio Viganò,Juan Edmundo Vecchi – “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 General Council of the salesian society of St John Bosco”
The approaching celebration of GC23 is marked by preparations. In September, the precapitular commission, under the guidance of the moderator and in coordination with the Rector Major, will draft reports or schemata to be distributed in advance to participants of the general chapter. Over recent months, the Acts of various provincial chapters have been received and analyzed by the General Council. 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”
The Rector Major is composing this letter on the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception, a significant precursor to the birth of Christ at Christmas. This day holds special significance for the Salesian Family, as it prompts gratitude for their origins while also inspiring them to embrace future opportunities with courage and enthusiasm. 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”
The Rector Major is drafting this letter on the Feast of Pentecost, extending wishes for the indwelling of the Holy Spirit in their hearts, fostering interior growth. This auspicious occasion marks the commencement of the special Marian Year proclaimed by the Holy Father in his encyclical letter “Redemptoris Mater” (RM), which will span until the Solemnity of the Assumption of Our Lady in 1988. The Pope envisions that Mary’s fullness of grace, as the one who believed, should illuminate and guide the Church’s faith as it journeys through the final years of the twentieth century. Continue reading “Egidio Viganò – “Letter of the Rector Major” in “Acts of the General Council of the salesian society of St John Bosco””
Charles N. Bransom – “Sons of Don Bosco, successors of the apostles, salesian bishops” in “Journal of Salesian studies”
Charles N. Bransom, Jr. has graciously offered his study of Salesian Bishops for our publication. This study of 196 Salesian bishops stands as a historical record of Salesian presence in the hierarchical Church.
Joseph Boenzi – “Reflections on virtue. St. John Bosco’s heroic faith reported by eyewitnesses in his beatification process” in “Journal of Salesian Studies”
This study does not go into the long process that led to Don Bosco’s beatification, which took place on June 2, 1929. The topic concerns one small aspect: the sworn testimony of eyewitnesses concerning his life of “faith.”
Francesco Motto – “Giuseppe Fagnano: da Borghetto Tanaro a Punta Arenas (1844-1887)” in “Ricerche Storiche Salesiane”
L’azione apostolica esercitata da mons. Giuseppe Fagnano a fine secolo XIX ed inizio secolo XX nella Patagonia australe e nella Terra del Fuoco, se da un lato trova le sue lontane premesse nei suoi entusiasmi giovanili per un servizio a Dio e alla Patria e nell’esperienza religiosa ed educativa con don Bosco a Valdocco, Lanzo e Varazze, dall’altra trova i suoi ravvicinati preliminari nell’ardua fondazione del collegio a San Nicolás de los Arroyos in Argentina e soprattutto nella sperimentazione missionaria su Río Negro e nel centro-nord della Patagonia.
Francesco Motto – Fonti salesiane per una Resistenza dimenticata (1943-1945) in “Ricerche storiche salesiane”
Una pagina di storia della guerra mondiale piuttosto trascurata dalla riflessione storiografica, ed anche poco nota alla opinione pubblica, è quella degli internati militari nel terzo Reich e dell’azione religiosa e morale svolta dai cappellani militari in mezzo a loro.