February, 2026
Rotherham celebrates St John Bosco with a joy filled day at St Bernard’s
Posted: Thu, 5 Feb 2026 13:59
Rotherham, Diocese of Hallam – St Bernard's Catholic High School marked the feast of St John Bosco with a vibrant day of celebration for its entire Year 10, honouring the saint who serves as their patron and spiritual guide.
More than 160 students gathered on Friday for a programme of prayer, learning, creativity, and community – all inspired by the Salesian spirit of joy.
The day began with...
Sunday Reflection - 5th Sunday of Ordinary Time (Year A)
Posted: Thu, 5 Feb 2026 11:14
Today's Gospel reading continues Jesus' sermon on the mount, which we embarked upon last week with the beatitudes. Jesus now uses figurative language to explain what it means to be a disciple: we are to be the salt of the earth, the light of the world.
We've been warned, I believe, that eating salt is bad for us. But I still can't resist a little salt on egg and on chips, and I always add some when...
South London Cooperators- Don Bosco Day Pilgrimage
Posted: Thu, 5 Feb 2026 09:54
As the feast of Don Bosco fell on a Saturday this year the South London Salesian Cooperators decided to make a mini pilgrimage to one of the earliest reminders of the Salesian presence in Great Britain. They visited the grave of one of the first Salesian priests to arrive in London, sent by Don Bosco from Turin. He was a young Irishman, Edward McKiernan, whom Don Bosco described as a very saintly young...
St John Bosco Arts College celebrates the Feast Day of its patron saint
Posted: Tue, 3 Feb 2026 10:26
tudents and staff at St John Bosco Arts College, Croxteth, recently came together to celebrate and honour its school's patron saint, St John Bosco.
Founder of the Salesians, St John Bosco is the patron saint of young people known for his dedication to education and inspiring children by captivating their interests in a loving and kindly manner, building strong relationships through respect and understanding....
Salesian Feast Celebrations in Battersea
Posted: Mon, 2 Feb 2026 10:01
Battersea – Celebrating the Feast of Don Bosco.
On Saturday 31st January, the Salesians of Don Bosco in Battersea marked the Feast of Don Bosco with a joyful Youth Day for local young people. The celebration followed the theme of the Strenna 2026: "Do whatever He tells you. Believers, free to serve."
More than 40 young people took part, accompanied by over 20 adults, including SDBs, FMAs, young...