Renewed vows and a crown of roses in Battersea
Posted: Mon, 12 Jun 2017 15:17
Our founder, Don Bosco, had a passinate devotion to Mary Help of Christians, so she is very special to us, the Salesian Family, and her feast on 24th May is celebrated by all of our parishes, schools and communities. Here, Cristiana Ferrauti tells us how her parish in Battersea marked the occasion this year.
"She has done everything" Don Bosco used to say, referring to the support and the miracles throughout... Read More »
The Most Holy Trinity
Posted: Fri, 9 Jun 2017 13:18
On Sunday we celebrate the feast of the Most Holy Trinity. Salesian Lay Chaplain, Sandy Fairley, reflects on the mystery of the Trinity.
Our faith and that of all Christians is deeply rooted in the mystery of the Trinity. This is something that if far beyond our comprehension, or imagination and even our understanding. Faith is the key to opening our hearts and minds to help us accept... Read More »
Celebrate Pentecost - the birthday of the Church!
Posted: Fri, 2 Jun 2017 14:13
Salesian Cooperator & Lay Chaplain, Jessica Wilkinson, reflects on the joy of Pentecost.
Just because Easter season is drawing to a close doesn't mean that there isn't still loads to celebrate!
Do you realise that you, - yes YOU - have been commissioned by Jesus yes, JESUS! Jesus himself has sent us! Jesus has sent us out into the world to proclaim his love and peace to all. But how can we do this?... Read More »
Salesian Youth Ministry - Holy Land 2017
Posted: Fri, 2 Jun 2017 11:11
Last Saturday, a group of 24 young adults set out for the Holy Land, accompanied by Sue McDonald of Salesian Youth Ministry, Fr Jakub and Sr Gill.
The busy itinerary began in Nazareth, and included visits to Capernaum, with Mass on the beach, a renewal of their baptismal promises at the River Jordan, and Mass at the Basilica of the Holy Sepulchre on the final day. At the end of each day, the Salesian... Read More »
Team Visit - Rome
Posted: Wed, 31 May 2017 15:35
Provincial Council members recently attended the Team Visit of the Central and Northern European region, Atlantic-German zone, in Rome.
At its close, the Rector Major said just two words sum up Salesian life - "faith and courage.", adding "I can confirm that we have a Congregation full of life and hope.
In his closing message, Fr Angel said "I invite you to return to your Provinces with faith and courage.... Read More »
The Ascension of the Lord
Posted: Sun, 28 May 2017 01:10
The bodily ascension of Jesus forty days after he rose from the dead, is a reminder of the eternal life he promised us, and this feast of great hope is important to all Christians.
Traditionally, the feast was celebrated on a Thursday, and the Catholic Church in Scotland and in many other countries still follow the tradition. In England and Wales, however, it is now observed on the... Read More »
News from Nairobi: SDB ordinations & catching up with a friend
Posted: Fri, 26 May 2017 22:57
(Pictured: Br Joe Dao and Fr Francis with two of the new Salesian priests)
It's always a delight to hear from Fr Francis Preston SDB in Kenya, but his latest news is especially joyful as he tells us about the recent ordinations of Salesians in Nairobi, and updates us on our friend, Br Joe Dao.
Last week, Brother Joseph Dao made the long journey by road to Nairobi to be present for the priestly ordination... Read More »
Remembering Sr Cecily, one year on
Posted: Fri, 26 May 2017 21:14
May 24th was the first anniversary of the death of Sr Cecily Dunn FMA and the Bosco centre gathered to remember her leadership and to dedicate themselves to building on the foundation that she built.
There were about sixty people at the event including members of Cecily's family from Dublin and Scotland. The Salesian Sisters were represented at the celebration by Sr Mary and Sr Mary... Read More »
Message from President of the World Confederation of Past Pupils
Posted: Wed, 24 May 2017 13:46
As the Salesian Family celebrates the great feast of Mary Help of Christians, the President of the World Confederation of Past Pupils of Don Bosco sends this greeting:
Dear Past Pupils and friends of Don Bosco.
I would like to wish you the blessed feast of Mary Help of Christians.
Today the whole Salesian family celebrates the feast of our patron.
Don Bosco chose... Read More »
Recently ordained former pupil celebrates Lourdes Mass at Farnborough
Posted: Fri, 19 May 2017 13:21
(Pictured: One of the hymns in full swing (Fr Charles centre))
Fr Pat Sherlock SDB, Chaplain at Salesian College Farnborough, describes their recent Lourdes Mass, at which the principal celebrant was a recently-ordained former pupil, Fr Charles Randall CSsR.
While our athletics team was competing in the inter-Salesian sports, superbly hosted by Chertsey on Friday 12th May, the College was celebrating... Read More »