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South Asia Team Visit concludes in Hyderabad; Poor Youth, the justification for our institutions - RM

4 March 2023

Rector Major,

News written by: Joseph Vanga (INH)

The three-day South Asia team visit concluded with the message of the Rector Major, Father Angel Fernandez Artime, on March 3, 2023, at Hyderabad. He emphasised that the option for the poorest and neediest boys, girls and young people is the Salesian identity.

On the last day of the meeting, in the morning session, Father Stefano Martoglio and Father Ivo Coelho spoke on the theme, Identity of Salesians in SA: Consolidation or Expansion. In the evening, speaking to the Salesians, the RM said, "Only the poor are a justification of all our presences. We should give access to quality services to those most in need and ensure that no one changes these choices. Service to poor youth is the justification for our
institutions"

The Archbishop of Hyderabad Archdiocese, Cardinal Poola Anthony, added joy to the concluding ceremony. While speaking to the South Asia Team visit members, he asked them to review, restore and rise to the present situation, especially by becoming yeast in the society. In the concluding words, the Cardinal appreciated the Salesians for the variety of ministries and their unwavering commitment to the poor youth.

The Rector Major and Father Stefano Martoglio, the Vicar of the Rector Major, felicitated Cardinal Poola Anthony for his august presence. The Provincials and council members thanked the RM and all the General Councillors. The meeting concluded with the final blessings by Cardinal Poola Anthony.