November, 2024
Schools update for October/November 2024
Posted: Fri, 22 Nov 2024 13:16
It has been a busy few months in schools all around the country, and our Salesian Schools are no exception. So let us share the news about what they have been up to:
In Battersea, they have been regularly inviting speakers to talk to their students as part of their "Bosco Discovery" series.
Recent guests have included:
- Children's Doctor, Dr Sanchita Pal
- Akyaaba Addai-Sebo, leader of the inauguration of...
Canonisation Date for Blesseds Carlo Acutis and Pier Giorgio Frassati
Posted: Wed, 20 Nov 2024 13:15
On Wednesday 20th November, Pope Francis announced the canonisation dates of Blessed Carlo Acutis and Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati.
They will be Canonised during the Jubilee year in 2025. Below is information about the two new young saints to be Canonised.
Carlo Acutis
Carlo Acutis (1991–2006) was an Italian teenager recognised for his deep Catholic faith and remarkable devotion to the Eucharist....
Salesian Missions - Cagliero Life
Posted: Thu, 14 Nov 2024 09:48
Each month the Salesian Missions department releases their monthly Cagliero Life video.
This month focuses on Loss.
Salesian Strenna Poster 2025
Posted: Mon, 11 Nov 2024 15:48
(ANS – Rome) - Recently, a vibrant and immediate visual representation of the more complex message of the Strenna has been released: the poster that encapsulates the themes guiding the Salesian Family throughout 2025, the jubilee year. With a rich palette of colours, clear lines, and evident ecclesial and Salesian references, the poster graphically conveys the essence of this special Strenna,...
Modern Slavery Conference - Reigate 2024
Posted: Sun, 10 Nov 2024 13:55
In October, Fr Marco Villani SDB, attended a Modern Slavery Conference in Reigate.
Here is a summary of the subjects that the conference covered:
The event, introduced by Bishop Rosemarie Mallett, focused on raising awareness about
modern slavery and the Christian responsibility to combat it. Mallett emphasised the need for
individuals to take active steps for change, highlighting the presence of county...