In 2019 Strenna focuses on the vital role of evangelization and catechesis in our Salesian mission. It challenges us to maintain Don Bosco’s educational vision in diverse, often non-Christian societies. Continue reading “Ángel Fernández Artime – “Letter of the Rector Major” in “Acts of the General Council of the Salesian Society””
In this letter, the Rector Major reflects on recent visits to Salesian provinces and the ongoing session of the General Council. Continue reading “Egidio Viganò – “An ecclesial message of new evangelization” in “Acts of the General Council””
In this letter, the Rector Major addresses the adoption of middle-class standards of living within the Salesian Congregation, emphasizing its implications for their vocation and values. Continue reading “Luigi Ricceri – “«Work and self-restraint»: the answer to upward social mobility ” in “Acts of The Superior Counsil of the Salesian Society””
This letter highlights the Salesian commitment to mission and evangelization, referencing the Pope’s Encyclical “Redemptoris Missio” and recent events like the Latin-American Missionary Congress. Continue reading “Egidio Viganò – “The Pope’s appeal for the missions” in “Acts of the General Council””
This letter highlights the reflections of Pope John Paul II on St. John Bosco during the Centenary celebrations. It emphasizes the Pope’s recognition of Don Bosco as both a saint and a founder, underscoring his enduring charisma and relevance within the Church. Continue reading “Egidio Viganò – “The Pope speaks to us of Don Bosco” in “Acts of the Superior Council””
This letter describes the commemoration of the centenary of St. John Bosco’s death on May 14th, marked by a solemn renewal of religious Profession across Salesian provinces worldwide. Continue reading “Egidio Viganò – “Strive to make yourself loved” in “Acts of the Superior Council””
The letter highlights the theme of the Strenna for 1986, focusing on the vocation and mission of lay people, a key area of renewal emphasized by Vatican II. Continue reading “Egidio Viganò – “Letter of the Rector Major” in “Acts of the General Council of the Salesian Society of St John Bosco””
The Gospel call to “pray always without becoming weary” (Luke 18:1) can be called the cornerstone of Francis de Sales’ spiritual edifice. Prayer “places our intellect in the brilliance of God’s light” and “exposes our will to the warmth of God’s heavenly love.” Continue reading “Joseph Boenzi – “Francis de Sales and the bases for salesian prayer” in “Journal of Salesian Studies””
The goal of the Oblates of St. Francis de Sales is expressed in the first paragraph of the Constitutions which reads: “Their wholehearted endeavor will be to sanctify themselves, in order to aid more efficaciously the sanctification of their neighbor, through the different functions of the sacred ministry, the Christian education of youth, and missions in foreign lands” (Dufour, 1933/1994, p. 53). Continue reading “Joseph Di Mauro – “School Leadership Formation in the Salesian Tradition” in “Journal of Salesian Studies””
Don Andrzej Świda, sacerdote SDB, polacco, nato il 23 marzo 1905 a Malecz, nell’attuale Bielorussia – morto a Warszawa il 19 febbraio 1995. Allora la città di Malecz era sotto il dominio russo, per effetto delle ben note spartizioni della Polonia per opera della Russia, Prussia e Austria, avvenute nella seconda metà del XVIII secolo.
Nel pieno della Grande Guerra il giovane Mario Marega trascorse due anni a Vienna, dal 1916 al 1918, nel convitto affidato dal Ministero degli Interni alla direzione della Congregazione Salesiana.
Among Saint John Bosco’s early disciples, Paolo Albera (1845-1921) was one who was called upon to articulate and defend the founder’s spirit. Even as a youth, he had been numbered among Don Bosco’s most beloved. Continue reading “Joseph Boenzi – “Paolo Albera’s instructions early efforts to inculcate the Spirit of Don Bosco” in “Journal of Salesian Studies””
Lo scopo di questa “settimana di spiritualità” è di riflettere sulla ricchezza del carisma donato dallo Spirito alla Chiesa mediante Don Bosco ed espresso in concreto in diversi gruppi che a lui fanno riferimento.
Cet article célèbre deux anniversaires importants pour la Famille Salésienne : le premier centenaire de la mort du Père Paul Albera en 2021 et le quatrième centenaire de la mort de saint François de Sales en 2022.
Ce texte introduit le thème de l’Étrenne de l’année au sein de la famille salésienne, soulignant son importance et sa complexité.
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