(ANS – Sangradouro) – “The Salesian Congregation is missionary in its essence”: this statement by Cardinal Ángel Fernández Artime, Rector Major, was made a few hours before the end of his visit to the Salesian missions in Mato Grosso, among the Boe-Bororo and Xavante indigenous peoples. The Rector Major said he was moved by the gratitude shown by the Boe-Bororo and Xavante populations towards the work …

(ANS – Port-au-Prince) – Armed gang violence dominates Haiti. The situation of instability that the country is experiencing since the assassination of President Jovenel Moïse in 2021 has degenerated recently, when Prime Minister Ariel Henry announced his commitment to hold elections before August 2025. Since then, the situation has precipitated assaults on prisons, mass escapes of dangerous criminals, shootings and attempted assaults on the National Palace, …

(ANS – Rome) – The Salesian Missionary Volunteering continues to flourish, with participants deeply engaged in discussions about critical topics and plans to strengthen the program’s impact. In the latest gathering, which spanned four days, attendees delved into essential themes such as identity, formation, accompaniment, and network building. During the third day of the gathering, the focus was on the vital concept of accompaniment. Recognizing the …

By Vivien (Visa) Hughston Nursing Student at Sonoma State University (Expected Graduation 2025) (San Francisco – California) – Cioppino is a community fundraiser event for the Salesian Boys’ and Girls’ Club that happens every year at The Club. It started out as a night or two in the month of January that had a capacity of 200 each night. Since then, it has grown tremendously. Specifically …

Welcome to the February edition of ANS News Video, a month filled with interesting events and initiatives from the Salesian world. Coverage of the Salesian presence USA West at the Los Angeles Religious Education Congress can be seen at 24:20-31:14.

Amatitán, Mexico – March 2024 – From March 3rd to 10th, 2024, the 30th-anniversary celebrations of “CRESCO-America,” a specific formation community for Salesian coadjutors of the Salesian Provinces in America, were celebrated. The event, organized by the current CRESCO community and the Province of Mexico-Guadalajara (MEG), was also attended by 35 Salesian coadjutors who were formed at the center in previous years. From 3rd to …

Mexico City, Mexico – March 2024 – Twenty-four members of Sherbrooke’s “Jeunes Missionnaires du Salésien” (JMS) completed a missionary trip to Mexico City from 28 February to 8 March- They were enthusiastically welcomed in a Salesian house that welcomes, accompanies and educates teenagers at risk. Many of them are orphaned, homeless or come from broken families. Others struggle with drug or alcohol problems. These young …

By Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB and William (Bill) Liptak As is often the case, the Responsorial Psalm this weekend touches on the theme of the other Sunday readings. On this fifth Sunday of Lent, the key idea is obtaining from God His forgiveness. Lord, despite our sinfulness, in your goodness, do cleanse us. Hear each of us as, with the help of the Psalm, we …

Por P. Ed Liptak, SDB and William. Liptak Como suele suceder, el salmo responsorial de este fin de semana toca el tema de las otras lecturas dominicales. Este quinto domingo de Cuaresma, la idea clave es obtener de Dios su perdón. “Señor, a pesar de nuestra pecaminosidad, en tu bondad límpianos. Escucha a cada uno de nosotros mientras con la ayuda del Salmo repetimos: Crea …

Abstracted by Sheila Kun RN, BSN, MS The topic for this week is a familiar dental problem – cavities. I am combining the information from the CDC and my friend from Lyon, France, Dr. Lucas NACCACHE. Cavities (Tooth Decay) (from CDC) Cavities are caused by a breakdown of the tooth enamel by acids produced by bacteria located in plaque that collects on teeth, especially along …

(ANS – Meruri) – Ever since the announcement of this Animation Visit of the Rector Major, Cardinal Ángel Fernández Artime, to the Province of Brazil-Campo Grande, meetings with the Boe-Bororo and Xavantes peoples have been foreshadowed as the most significant stages of the journey. And now that the Tenth Successor of Don Bosco is actually in the Salesian missions dedicated to them, all the attention of …

By Luis Chacon (Berkeley, California) – From March 1st to 3rd, the Salesian Family of the Western Province embarked on a spiritually enriching retreat at Don Bosco Hall in Berkeley, a beacon of Salesian hospitality and fraternity. This gathering was specifically designed for Coordinators of Youth Ministry (CYM) from various Salesian works, emphasizing reflection, prayer, and strategic planning for our mission with the youth. Under …

by Judy Alvarez (Pasadena, California) – On March 4, 2024, the Pasadena Tournament of Roses Association announced 20 new and returning bands that will proudly march in the 136th Rose Parade presented by Honda on January 1, 2025. Each band received news of admission to the parade lineup from the president of the Tournament of Roses, Ed Morales, an alumnus of Don Bosco Technical Institute. …

By JC Montenegro (Bellflower, California) – In a world filled with challenges and uncertainties, the importance of empowering young people to be co-responsible for our mission has never been more evident. Last week, this vision came to life as ten inspiring youth leaders shared their experiences of being part of a Catholic Church infused with the Salesian charism at the University Series. This program seeks …

by Sheila Kun (Rosemead, California) – The St. Joseph parishioners gathered for a group picture. We called it a “Red Nose Day” remembering Fr. Paul (1958 – 2023). Fr. Paul wore the red nose to capture the attention of the young, a group that is dear to his heart. As a true Salesian, following the footsteps of St. Don Bosco, Fr. Paul took every opportunity …

(ANS – Rome) – “Turning 18 for most young people is an eagerly awaited milestone, but for young people accepted into communities for minors, it is a time of great anxiety and concern because coming of age determines the end of many protection and support activities.” Francesco Preite, President of Salesians for Social, an association that has spent 30 years alongside children and young people in fragile …

Fr. Ed Liptak, SDB The two Books of Chronicles concentrate on the Hebrews’ relationship with God from Adam and Eve to the release of the leaders of the Jewish faith from Babylonian captivity. Chronicles are a purposeful religious history. On this 4th Sunday of Lent, together with St. Paul to the Ephesians and St. John’s Gospel, Chronicles carries the Lenten message that infidelity to God …

Por P. Ed Liptak, SDB Los dos libros de Crónicas se concentran en la relación de los hebreos con Dios desde Adán y Eva hasta la liberación de los líderes de la fe judía del cautiverio babilónico. Las crónicas son una historia religiosa con propósito. En este 4º domingo de Cuaresma, junto con San Pablo a los Efesios y el Evangelio de San Juan, Crónicas …

By Dr Lucas Naccache – Lyon – France Sheila’s note: When I launched the search for dental health issues, I was puzzled by the bits and pieces of information that were hard to read. I therefore took the liberty to ask my dentist friend Dr. Lucas Naccache in Lyon, France to write an article for you about dental health. He graciously agreed. I will combine …