Tags: Vocation
Brothers share their Vocation Stories
Posted: Mon, 22 Apr 2024 11:16
On the 4th Sunday of Easter, the Church celebrates the World Day of Prayer for Vocations, known as Vocations Sunday.
Last week the Salesian Brothers in formation visited Salesian Parishes to share their stories of Salesian Vocation.
If you are interested in joining the Salesian Vocation contact us at: vocations@salesians.org.uk
Sunday Reflection - 4th Sunday of Easter (Year B)
Posted: Fri, 19 Apr 2024 15:46
For us Salesians, the notion of the 'Good Shepherd' is so important as it reflects the real care that members of the Salesian family should have with young people. The Good Shepherd is not like the simple steward who at the slightest sign of danger runs away and leaves the flock abandoned. Likewise, within the Church, all the baptised faithful are called to follow the example of Jesus the Good Shepherd.... Read More »
Perpetual Profession in Istanbul of Stephen K. L. Koso SDB
Posted: Wed, 17 Apr 2024 13:20
Istanbul, Turkey – April 2024 - Salesian Stephen K.L. Koso made his perpetual religious profession during a solemn Mass celebrated by Fr Reinhard Gesing, SDB, Superior of the Salesian Province of Germany (GER) . The celebration took place on Saturday 6 April in the church of Notre Dame de Lourdes in the Bomonti district of Istanbul, run by the Salesians. The ceremony was attended by numerous... Read More »
Br Paulin welcomed into Ministry of Lector or Reader
Posted: Wed, 17 Apr 2024 09:22
Battersea, London: 14 April 2024. As part of his ongoing journey towards the Salesian Priesthood, Br Paulin, was instituted into the Ministry of Lector or Reader during a celebration of the Eucharist, presided over by Fr Hugh- Rector. This ministry is one of two "minor orders" before a man is ordained to the Diaconate and later Priesthood. This "order"gives Br Paulin the duty to share the 'Good News'... Read More »
Youth Ministry Training Session - March 2024
Posted: Wed, 20 Mar 2024 11:29
Over the weekend of 15-17th March 2024, Salesians in formation along with two new Salesian Sisters who are in the GBR as missionaries, gathered at Savio House for a Youth Ministry training session on the theme "Salesian Oratory-Youth Centre." The weekend was filled with the spirit of our Salesian Mission and allowed the brothers to be renewed in the spirit and rekindle their passion for the Salesian... Read More »
Assignment of the Titular See and Episcopal Ordination of Cardinal Ángel Fernández Artime, Rector Major
Posted: Wed, 6 Mar 2024 09:17
On Tuesday, 5 March 2024, the Holy See Press Office announced that the Holy Father Pope Francis has assigned to Cardinal Ángel Fernández Artime, SDB, the Rector Major of the Salesian Society of St. John Bosco, the titular See of Ursona, with archiepiscopal dignity, in view of his episcopal ordination scheduled for coming 20 April.
Ángel Fernández Artime, Don Bosco's Tenth... Read More »
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 »
Initial Formation Weekend, February 2024
Posted: Mon, 19 Feb 2024 08:59
Savio House, Bollington: The Salesians in initial formation gathered at Savio House Retreat Centre over the weekend of 16-18 February 2024. The weekend was delivered by Salesian Sisters GBR, who shared on the rich Spirituality and writings of Mother Mazzarello. Fr Francis Preston SDB, Delegate for Formation, accompanied the brothers. Br Nhan Le SDB writes "What a gentle and enriching weekend for brothers... Read More »
Perpetual Profession of Br Paulin Tcha-Eigoulou Meba SDB
Posted: Thu, 15 Feb 2024 11:49
On Sunday 11th February 2024, Brother Paulin Tcha-Eigoulou SDB made his Perpetual Profession as a Salesian of Don Bosco.
The service was held in the Sacred Heart Parish in Battersea, which is served by the Salesians.
In attendance were priests, and brothers from all over the country, as well as Salesian Cooperators, and local Parishioners that came to celebrate with Br Paulin.
The service was live-streamed... Read More »
Thornleigh Salesian College are looking for a new Headteacher
Posted: Wed, 14 Feb 2024 22:11
Thornleigh Salesian College are in the process of looking for a new Headteacher.
After 5 years, Andrea O'Callaghan is leaving Thornleigh at the end of the school year.
If you are interested in the position, or know someone who might be, then click or send the link below.