Tags: Salesian Missions
An MOT for your Soul
Posted: Mon, 4 Mar 2024 09:17
On Saturday 2nd March, 34 participants gathered at Salesian House in Battersea to conduct an MOT on their souls!
The day was led by a mixed Salesian and ecumenical team working in Battersea. The participants considered their body works and how God speaks though our bodies. They looked at their blind spots, their sense of direction, the strength of their soul, and the energy they bring to life. All... Read More »
Diamond Jubilee Celebrations for Fr Bernard Grogan SDB
Posted: Thu, 8 Feb 2024 10:36
On Wednesday 7th February, the Thornleigh Community anticipated the 60th anniversary of Ordination of Fr Bernard Grogan SDB. Fr Bernard was ordained a Salesian priest on 9th February 1964 with 33 other men in Italy. Fr Bernard spoke of his love for the Church, for God and for our Salesian mission. He gave thanks for 60 years as a priest, 70 years as a Salesian and 90 years of life.
Ad multos annos!... Read More »
Flame 2025 - Buy your tickets now
Posted: Thu, 1 Feb 2024 13:02
On Wednesday 31st January, at 9am, CYMFed released tickets for Flame 2025 which taking place in Wembley Arena on Saturday 15th March 2025.
If you are looking to take a group and you'd like to go with the Salesians, tickets are limited, so email salesianyouthministry@salesians.org.uk ASAP to avoid missing out.
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 »
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 »