Feast of the Immaculate Conception - and 177 years of Salesian ministry
Posted: Fri, 7 Dec 2018 12:03
On 8th December 1841, the recently ordained Fr John Bosco was preparing to say Mass, when he came across a frightened, ragged boy who had been sheltering in the church. Don Bosco talked to him gently, and learnt about his hard life and lack of education - both spiritual and academic. He taught the youngster the Hail Mary, and assured him of a welcome in future, asking him to bring his friends next... Read More »
Alive! - New book explores Resurrection narratives
Posted: Thu, 6 Dec 2018 11:20
The latest book by Fr Michael T Winstanley SDB is now in stock, and from the number of enquiries about it received at Don Bosco Publications before its launch, it's going to be very popular!
'Alive! The Gospel Resurrection Narratives: Then and Now', represents Michael's ability to sensitively and effectively translate scholarly work on scripture into language that speaks vividly to Christians today.... Read More »
Don Bosco Youth-Net seminar hosted in Battersea
Posted: Wed, 5 Dec 2018 17:34
Last month, Salesian House Battersea hosted the annual "Take the Next Step" seminar from Don Bosco Youth-Net (DBYN). DBYN is an international network of Salesian youth work offices and youth organisations which work in the style of Don Bosco. The network assemblies 18 organisations, +1.000 employees and +9.000 volunteers, who cater for over 125.000 children and young people in 16 European... Read More »
Preparing for Christmas in Battersea
Posted: Wed, 5 Dec 2018 16:46
A busy Advent at St John Bosco College Battersea began on Monday as Headteacher Mr Dunne lit the first Advent candle, and the schedule for the first week included a trip to Westminster Cathedral where singers met Bishop Paul McAleenan.
On Tuesday, singers from the school gathered at St Thomas Battersea ready for 'Carols in the Square'.
Later in the week, students decorated the Christmas tree in the library... Read More »
Feast of Blessed Philip Rinaldi
Posted: Tue, 4 Dec 2018 16:48
On 5th December, we celebrate Philip Rinaldi. He was five years old when he Don Bosco in 1856. In 1922, he became the third person to follow him as Rector Major of the Salesians.
A quiet, self-effacing man, he led the continued growth of the Salesians of Don Bosco, and laid the foundations of the Volunteers of Don Bosco (VDB), the the Secular Institute of the Salesians, which celebrates its centenary... Read More »
A Christmas Story - from the streets to safety
Posted: Tue, 4 Dec 2018 14:29
Photo: Salesian Institute, Cape Town
For several years, Salesian Cooperator and Shrigley Old Boy, Bernard O'Neill, helped at the Salesian Institute in Cape Town. This short story was inspired by his experience, and reminds us that Don Bosco's mission to the young is still being carried out every day, all over the world.
Joseph woke up feeling the 'South-Eastern' wind on his exposed face. His eyes tried... Read More »
Former pupil's visit inspires Savio students
Posted: Mon, 3 Dec 2018 17:14
Last week, Savio Salesian College Bootle had a visit from a former student, who is now a member of the school's Hall of Fame. Beth Thompson delivered a motivational assembly to Years 10 & 11.
Beth, who left Savio in 2012, has done fantastically well in her studies, and she recently graduated from the University of Liverpool with 2:1 BSc in Genetics.
She is currently studying for her Masters,... Read More »
Salesian Choir features in Aid to the Church in Need campaign
Posted: Thu, 29 Nov 2018 21:36
As students at Salesian School Chertsey joined Chaplain Fr Marco Villani SDB in praying the Chaplet of the Divine Mercy at lunchtime on Red Wednesday (photo above) we spotted an exciting announcement from the school:
"Salesian Choir were honoured to be asked by the Aid To The Church In Need to record a special "The Twelve Days of Christmas" for their advent promotion. A mixture of... Read More »
Red Wednesday at St John Bosco College Battersea
Posted: Thu, 29 Nov 2018 21:05
Year 7 student, Savannah-Rae, describes activities at St John Bosco College Battersea for Red Wednesday, Aid to the Church in Need's event to highlight the plight of persecuted Christians. Photo: A Christian and a Muslim stand together to support Red Wednesday.
28th of November 2018, was Red Wednesday. It is a day when we remember persecuted Christians in countries all around the world. Persecuted Christians... Read More »
Chertsey DT students showcase their creativity
Posted: Thu, 29 Nov 2018 20:39
Last week, we reported on the Christmas Fayre at Salesian School Chertsey, and this week, Chaplain Fr Marco Villani SDB reveals the source of some of the goodies that were on sale to raise funds.
Talented pupils, students and staff in our Design & Technology department produced an impressive array of goods to sell at the Fayre. Christmas tree decorations were designed and cut on lathes whilst Christmas... Read More »