On January 1st, 2006, my predecessor Fr. Pascual Chávez Villanueva introduced the yearly Strenna with a focus on family and life, echoing John Paul II’s call and honoring Mamma Margaret’s legacy. Continue reading “Ángel Fernández Artime – “We are family! Every home, a school of life and love” in “Acts of the General Council of the Salesian Society of St John Bosco””
Tutti i Soci conducono vita comune, stretti solamente dal vincolo della carità e dei voti semplici, il che li unisce in guisa da formare un cuor solo ed un ’anima sola per amare e servire Iddio. Queste parole lette nell’art. 7 delle Costituzioni, sgorgarono dal cuore di D.Bosco ardente della più viva carità. Esse mostrano che, mentre la carità è la sostanza della vita cristiana, molto più è l’anima della vita religiosa. Continue reading “Michele Rua – “Le virtù del salesiano” in “Lettere circolari di Don Michele Rua ai salesiani””
The Rector Major reflects on the significance of the year 2000, not just as a unique moment in the calendar but as a cultural milestone with unforeseen consequences for individuals and humanity as a whole. It urges us to retrospectively evaluate the past century and to rekindle hopes for the future and beyond. Continue reading “Juan Edmundo Vecchi – “Letter of the Rector Major” in ” Acts of the General Council of the salesian society of St John Bosco””
In 1998, all provinces were actively involved in preparing and conducting Provincial Chapters, a grace bestowed upon all ninety-one circumscriptions. These events were anticipated to profoundly impact the life of the entire Congregation. Continue reading “Juan Edmundo Vecchi – “Letter of the Rector Major” in “Acts of the General Council of the salesian society of St John Bosco””
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. Preceding the Team Visits, an in-depth examination of these challenges was undertaken, with the visits offering further insights. Continue reading “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””
In this letter, the Rector Major addresses concerns regarding vocation and formation within the Congregation. They highlight issues such as psychological fragility and vocational inconsistency, despite efforts to maintain quality in formation programs. Continue reading “Pascual Chavez Villanueva – “Vocation and formation: gift and task” in “Acts of the General Council of the Salesian Society of St John Bosco””
The letter begins with reflections on the new year and the importance of peace, intertwined with the celebration of Mary’s divine motherhood. It emphasizes the theme of life and presents a spiritual and pastoral program for the year. Continue reading “Pascual Chavez Villanueva – “You love everything that exists, and nothing that you have made disgusts you… Lord lover of life (Wisdom 11, 24. 12, 11)” in “Acts of the General Council of the Salesian Society of St John Bosco””
The letter recounts the author’s recent travels to Sri Lanka, India, China, and South Africa, reflecting on the diverse experiences encountered and expressing gratitude for God’s blessings. It emphasizes the importance of Asia and Africa for the Congregation’s future and calls for faithful inculturation of Don Bosco’s charism in these regions. Continue reading “Pascual Chavez Villanueva – “You who seek the Lord; look to the rock from which you were hewn” (Is 51,1). Presentation of the Interamerica Region” in “Acts of the General Council of the Salesian Society of St John Bosco””
The letter reflects on the significance of Mary, Mother of God, in the context of Jesus’ humanity and development, drawing parallels between her role and that of every mother in nurturing their children. It emphasizes the unique mission of the family in fostering the full human growth of children, mirroring the development of Jesus in the Holy Family. Continue reading “Pascual Chavez Villanueva – “And Jesus increased in wisdom and in years and in favour with God and man (Lk 2,52)” in “Acts of the General Council of the Salesian Society of St John Bosco””
The letter extends Easter wishes and gratitude for condolences on the author’s father’s passing. It mentions the upcoming beatification of Fr. Bronislaw Marhiewicz and the initiation of Team Visits halfway through the six years following the last General Chapter. Continue reading “Pascual Chavez Villanueva – “Come over to Macedonia and help us” (Acts 16,9). Presentation of the Northern European Region” in “Acts of the General Council of the Salesian Society of St John Bosco””
The Rector Major recounts his recent travels undertaken for the purpose of animation. In September, he visited Colombia, Ecuador, and Brazil; in October, North Belgium and Holland; and in November, he participated in two important “Team visits” in Delhi with the Indian provinces and in Thailand with those of the Far East. Continue reading “Egidio Viganò – “Letter of the Rector Major” in “Acts of the General Council of the salesian society of St John Bosco””
L’integrazione tra la vita e la fede nel vissuto del giovane cristiano passa attraverso l’assimilazione progressiva dei contenuti della catechesi e dell’iniziazione all’esperienza del mistero vissuto nei sacramenti. La conoscenza di Gesù e il rapporto personale stabilito con lui sono due assi che non si oppongono ma che insieme formano la base fondamentale per una autentica vita cristiana. Continue reading “João dos Santos Barbosa Neto – “Dalla fede alla virtù: un cammino catechetico mistagogico di discernimento” in “Giovani e scelte di vita. Prospettive educative””
Quest’opera fornisce una prospettiva approfondita sulla spiritualità salesiana e la sua evoluzione nel contesto contemporaneo. Continue reading “Cosimo Semeraro – La spiritualità salesiana in un mondo che cambia”
Le Memorie dell’Oratorio sono, tra le opere di san Giovanni Bosco (1815-1888), una delle più personali, forse il libro più ricco di contenuti e di orientamenti preventivi che egli abbia scritto. Composte tra 1873 e 1875, in un momento di grande fervore operativo, riflettono sul cammino percorso per definirne il senso e focalizzare l’attenzione dei discepoli sulla identità di un’istituzione orientata alla salvezza dei giovani, pronta ad aprirsi in prospettiva mondiale. Continue reading “Aldo Giraudo – Le “Memorie dell’Oratorio” di Don Bosco”
San Giovanni Bosco, iniziò il suo ministero nelle periferie torinesi tra poveri giovani, bisognosi di tutto. Non si limitò a dar loro pane e istruzione. Propose fin dal principio “un metodo di vivere breve e facile, ma sufficiente” per diventare “la consolazione dei parenti, l’onore della patria, buoni cittadini in terra per essere poi un giorno fortunati abitatori del cielo”. Nacque una scuola di santità giovanile feconda di frutti. Continue reading “Aldo Giraudo – Insegnamenti di vita spirituale di Don Bosco”
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