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Fr Rafael Bejarano SDB, General Councillor for Youth Ministry, Rome, arrived at Shillong Airport on September 8 for his maiden visit to the Salesian Province of Shillong. He was briefly received at Siloam before proceeding to Don Bosco Provincial House, Mawlai, where Salesian priests, brothers and staff welcomed him warmly.
Seven new Salesian Cooperators made their Promise at the Salesian Family gathering at Byndihati Centre under Khliehriat Parish on August 30. The celebration brought together members of the local Cooperators’ community, the Provincial team from Shillong, the Daughters of Mary Help of Christians (FMA) and members of religious communities in the locality.
St. Xavier’s Higher Secondary School, Pathaliaghat, inaugurated and blessed its new Composite Skill Lab on August 25, giving students a technology-based, skill-oriented learning space.
The Northeast Zone Salesian Youth Movement (SYM) Leaders and Animators Formation (LAF) 2026 brought together 81 young representatives from the Salesian Provinces of Dimapur (IND), Guwahati (ING) and Shillong (INS) at Siloam from August 21 to 23. The three-day programme focused on Salesian formation, leadership, spirituality and youth animation.
Don Bosco College, Byndihati, held its Graduation Day on August 21, honouring more than 84 graduating students. The ceremony was attended by graduates, parents, dignitaries, priests and religious, educators, and students from neighbouring schools.
St. Xavier’s Higher Secondary School, Pathaliaghat, organised a Spelling Bee Competition for students of Classes I to IV on August 18. The event brought together young learners to build vocabulary, spelling skills, confidence and interest in the English language.
A new centre of the Association of Salesian Cooperators was formally established at Sonapahar Parish on August 16, marking a significant step in strengthening the Salesian Family’s mission of accompanying young people and families.
St. Xavier’s Higher Secondary School, Pathaliaghat, won a double victory in the district-level March Past competition at Bishramganj Ground on India’s 80th Independence Day, August 15.
Sacred Heart Theological College (SHTC), Mawlai, inaugurated the academic year 2026–27 by celebrating the Holy Eucharist. The inaugural function emphasised theological formation, inculturation, and authentic Christian witness.
Don Bosco School, Thenzawl, held a two-day animation and motivation programme for teachers and students on August 3 and 4, focusing on effective teaching, Salesian pedagogy and the holistic development of young people.
Forty-seven Salesian clerics received the Ministries of Lector and Acolyte during a solemn Eucharistic celebration at Sacred Heart Theological College, Mawlai, on Thursday. Fr John Zosiama SDB, Provincial of the Salesian Province of Shillong, conferred the ministries.
The Association of Salesian Co-operators (ASC), Shillong Province, elected Mr Manoj Jamatia as Regional Coordinator and Mr Raju Lal Deb Barma as Vice Coordinator for a three-year term at its Annual Regional Congress on Sunday at Mary Help of Christians Parish, Don Bosco School, Mandwi. The congress also brought together promised Co-operators, Aspirants, and Salesian animators for prayer, formation, and leadership renewal.
Don Bosco Technical School (DBTS), Shillong, organised a day-long programme on July 31 on artificial intelligence (AI), critical thinking, communication, and responsible use of technology. The programme included a workshop and an inter-department debate competition.
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Publisher: Libreria Editrice Vaticana
Year of publication: 2026
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