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Pascual Chavez Villanueva – “«Da mihi animas, cetera tolle». Let us draw upon the spiritual experience of Don Bosco, in order to walk in holiness according to our specific vocation. «The glory of God and the salvation of souls». Third year of preparation for the Bicentenary of his birth” in “Acts of the General Council of the Salesian Society of St John Bosco”



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In this letter to fellow members of the Congregation, the Rector Major extends warm Christmas greetings and reflects on the significance of God’s incarnation. They highlight the recent Apostolic Exhortation “Evangelii Gaudium” by Pope Francis as a transformative document, emphasizing the urgency of evangelization in today’s world. Continue reading “Pascual Chavez Villanueva – “«Da mihi animas, cetera tolle». Let us draw upon the spiritual experience of Don Bosco, in order to walk in holiness according to our specific vocation. «The glory of God and the salvation of souls». Third year of preparation for the Bicentenary of his birth” in “Acts of the General Council of the Salesian Society of St John Bosco”” →

Juan Edmundo Vecchi – “Beatification of Bro. Artemide Zatti: a sensational precedent” in “Acts of the General Council of the Salesian Society of St John Bosco”



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The letter celebrates the recent beatification of seven Salesian coadjutor martyrs and Brother Artemide Zatti. It underscores the significance of these events in filling a historical gap and highlighting the value of coadjutor brothers in Salesian life. Continue reading “Juan Edmundo Vecchi – “Beatification of Bro. Artemide Zatti: a sensational precedent” in “Acts of the General Council of the Salesian Society of St John Bosco”” →

Juan Edmundo Vecchi – “Now is the acceptable time” in “Acts of the General Council of the Salesian Society of St John Bosco”



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The letter expresses gratitude for support during a personal trial and highlights progress towards Brother Artemide Zatti’s beatification. It continues the Chapter theme on the Salesian community’s presence and life, emphasizing three key areas: fraternal life, witness to evangelical values, and welcoming the young and the poor. Continue reading “Juan Edmundo Vecchi – “Now is the acceptable time” 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”



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The Rector Major sends his Easter greetings to all, wishing that the Lord fills everyone with joy and the power of his Resurrection. In February, the Team Visits commenced, marking the final year of the millennium. In Nairobi, the Superiors and Councillors of the English-speaking Circumscriptions of Africa gathered to assess the implementation of GC24 and evaluate the process of evangelization within our communities firsthand. 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”



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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”



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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”” →

Egidio Viganò – “Letter of the Rector Major” in “Acts of the General Council of the salesian society of St John Bosco”



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Upon returning from Ethiopia, the Rector ;ajor expresses joy at witnessing a vibrant part of the extensive Project-Africa, filled with hope. He is impressed by the dedication of novices and young Ethiopian colleagues in preserving Don Bosco’s legacy in the country. Gratitude is extended to God and the committed missionaries for their faithful and enthusiastic service. The Rector Major anticipates that the recent experiences of hope will be further reinforced by two upcoming events: the Special Synod of African Bishops and the beatification of Sister Maddalena Caterina Morano, a Daughter of Mary Help of Christians. 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 Superior Council of the salesian society”



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During Lent, the Rector Major emphasizes the significance of preparing earnestly for the contemplation of the Easter mystery, which encapsulates the essence of our faith and serves as the foundation for all aspects of our mission. It is their hope that during this time, each community, under the guidance of the Rector and every individual confrere, will foster an atmosphere conducive to internal reflection, providing illumination and strength for the community’s endeavors in educating young people in the faith. Continue reading “Egidio Viganò – “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”



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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”” →

Suzanne C. Toczyski – “‘Because she has shown great love’. Female figures of the Gospels in St. Francis de Sales’ Traité de l’amour de Dieu” in “Journal of Salesian Studies”



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In a very unique way, the women of the Gospels whose stories Francis cites are noteworthy in that they, to varying extents, enjoyed a personal relationship with Jesus himself, and thus with God. Their understanding of sacred love is therefore particularly profound.

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Joseph Boenzi – “Reflections on virtue. St. John Bosco’s heroic faith reported by eyewitnesses in his beatification process” in “Journal of Salesian Studies”



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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.”

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María Esther Posada – “Alfonso De Liguori e la spiritualità cristocentrica di Maria Domenica Mazzarello” in “Lui ci ha scelto. Studi in onore del prof. Giorgio Gozzelino”



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Nell’orizzonte della teologia spirituale e a partire dall’esperienza di due santi: Alfonso de Liguori e Maria Domenica Mazzarello, il presente contributo intende approfondire un tema caratteristico della spiritualità alfonsiana, il cristocentrismo, evidenziandone la risonanza nella mentalità religiosa e nella vita della Mazzarello. L’Autrice ha privilegiato le Lettere di S. Maria Domenica come fonte documentaria di questo approccio senza misconoscere altre fonti che illuminano il vissuto della Santa.

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Michele Rua – “Gli oratorii festivi” in “Lettere circolari di Don Michele Rua ai salesiani”



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Nelle deliberazioni del Secondo Capitolo Generale si fa minzione di lettere edificanti, che si scriverebbero di quando in quando a tutti i confratelli. Loro argomento sarebbero tutte quelle cose, le quali possono servire di sprone a lavorare alla maggior gloria di Dio e giovare a mantener vivo ne’ cuori il fuoco della cristiana pietà. Continue reading “Michele Rua – “Gli oratorii festivi” in “Lettere circolari di Don Michele Rua ai salesiani”” →

Michele Rua – “Osservanza delle Costituzioni e dei Regolamenti” in “Lettere circolari di Don Michele Rua ai salesiani”



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Le Costituzioni, uscite dal cuore paterno di D. Bosco, approvate dalla Chiesa, infallibile ne’ suoi insegnamenti, saranno la guida, la difesa in ogni pericolo, in ogni dubbio o difficoltà. San Francesco d’Assisi diceva: Benedetto sia il religioso che osserva le sue sante Regole! Esse sono il libro della vita, la speranza della salute, il midollo dal Vangelo, la via della perfezione, la chiave del Paradiso, il patto della nostra alleanza con Dio”. Continue reading “Michele Rua – “Osservanza delle Costituzioni e dei Regolamenti” in “Lettere circolari di Don Michele Rua ai salesiani”” →

Michele Rua – “Vigilanza” in “Lettere circolari di Don Michele Rua ai salesiani”



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Ai maestri, agli assistenti, ai capi di laboratorio il Venerabile Padre fa appello, mostrando quanto anch’essi possano giovare, perchè regni la moralità nelle case. Il buon Padre, con particolare unzione inculca a tutti i suoi figli di regolare la loro condotta in modo che nessuno degli alunni o dipendenti loro possa gettar in faccia il noto proverbio: medice, cura te ipsum.
Sarà pertanto ottima cosa che il Don sia riservato ai soli sacerdoti, ed i chierici siano chiamati semplicemente col titolo di Signori. Continue reading “Michele Rua – “Vigilanza” in “Lettere circolari di Don Michele Rua ai salesiani”” →

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