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The Mission in 5 WORDS – By the Rector Major of the Salesians
Posted: Tue, 14 Nov 2023 13:40
A new format which aims to streamline the Rector Major's video messages "In 5 words" is launched. It will enable a quicker communication, which is more social and closer to young people, without distorting the content of the message but at the same time will make them more pleasant and comforting for the wider audiences.
Each topic will be expressed in the style of a challenge: that of being able to... Read More »
Sunday Reflection - 32nd Sunday of Ordinary Time
Posted: Thu, 9 Nov 2023 13:57
Today's parable points us to the end times—especially fitting as we come to the end of the Church's year. The notion of the Reign of God being compared to a wedding feast is especially important. As John's gospel points out, Jesus was a very welcome guest at the wedding in Cana: the mere mention of a wedding brings a smile to the face, as you know you are going to be in for a good time. Only... Read More »
An award for commitment against human trafficking to Sister Seli Thomas, SMI
Posted: Tue, 7 Nov 2023 09:54
On Tuesday 31 October, the inaugural "Sisters, Anti-Trafficking Awards" were held in London.
The SATAs is the annual celebration of three sisters, as representatives of their congregations and networks, who have demonstrated exceptional courage, creativity, collaboration, and achievement in the protection of their communities from human trafficking.
The awards are "The Common Good award", "The Servant... Read More »
Thornleigh Students in Rome
Posted: Tue, 7 Nov 2023 09:33
During the mid term break, 36 young people and 4 staff from Thornleigh Salesian College visited Rome. The group arrived just as the synod on synodality had closed for the first session. They visited St Peter's Basilica, the Vatican Museums, had a walking tour of the Eternal City and visited two Salesian places. They also prayed the Angelus with the Holy Father in St Peter's square.
On the solemnity... Read More »
Welcome "Home" to Brothers Thomas and Dominic
Posted: Tue, 7 Nov 2023 09:07
We are very pleased to welcome "home" Brothers Thomas and Dominic, our two new missionaries, originally from Vietnam.
Thomas and Dominic have joined the Bolton Community at Thornleigh and will start an inculturation and English studies course in the weeks to come.
The GBR now is home to 22 young Salesians in formation, some permanent members of the province others temporary, all welcome.
Salesian Vocations... Read More »
St James' at World Youth Day
Posted: Mon, 6 Nov 2023 09:14
Every occasion of World Youth Day is special. It is not only because it offers a platform for young people from different nations to meet and interact. But most importantly, it offers young people an opportunity to grow and appreciate the beauty of their Catholic faith. This includes participation in prayers and liturgies (the Eucharist), Catechesis, and the sacrament of reconciliation. Among the 1.5... Read More »
Sunday Reflection - 31st Sunday of Ordinary Time (Year A)
Posted: Fri, 3 Nov 2023 10:06
Once again, we see the target of Jesus' concern and worry. The Pharisees, teachers, and interpreters of the Torah should be the ones who offer example and support to the community. They are called to lead and to be true pastors. Instead, it seems, they are more concerned about what they are wearing and how they are to be greeted in the street. Jesus is concerned that pastoral leaders show more concern... Read More »
Inaugural Lecture of Professor John Lydon
Posted: Thu, 2 Nov 2023 10:10
Professor John Lydon gave his inaugural lecture at St Mary's University, Twickenham, talking on "The Perennial Influence of the Salesian Style of Accompaniment in Catholic Education settings – The Legacy of St John Bosco"
More than 100 guests filled the auditorium for John's lecture which is a record number for such an occasion at St. Mary's. The audience included past pupils, past students, academic... Read More »
Salesian Sisters' Mission Week
Posted: Wed, 1 Nov 2023 09:07
From the 24th-27th October, the Salesian Sisters in Easterhouse, hosted a number of events to launch their new mission.
The week was an opportunity for the sisters to meet with the local community.
There was time to chat over tea and coffee, pasta and prosecco, but there was also time to reflect and pray together.
We wish the Sisters well in their new mission in Easterhouse.
Weekend Gathering for Salesian Brothers
Posted: Wed, 1 Nov 2023 08:57
A wonderful weekend of the gathering of brothers in initial Formation at Savio House. There were 20 brothers from 10 different nationalities who came together for the first time in the new academic year to learn about "self-compassion" and "self-care", under the guidance of doctor Jim McManus, and the accompany of Fr. Francis Preston and Fr. Martin Poulsom. It was a great time for brothers to get to... Read More »