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Young Salesian priests from the Provinces of Mumbai and Panjim undertook a six-day guided retreat at Don Bosco Youth Centre, Koregaon Park, Pune, from September 20 to 26, following a three-day Quinquennium orientation programme. Designed for priests within their first five years of ordination, the retreat focused on spiritual renewal, personal reflection and deeper fraternal integration.
A two-day Salesian Quinquennium renewal programme, held from August 25 to 26, brought together young Salesian priests in their first five years of priestly ministry for spiritual renewal, fraternal communion, and deeper reflection on their missionary vocation. Centred on consecration, communion and mission, the programme sought to renew their commitment to these core values.
The Archdiocese of Shillong, in collaboration with the Salesian Province of St. John Paul II, Shillong, celebrated a solemn Thanksgiving Mass at St. Dominic Savio Parish, Mawlai, to mark the declaration of Servant of God Fr. Constantine Vendrame, SDB, as Venerable, following the recent recognition of his heroic virtues by His Holiness, Pope Leo XIV.
Nearly 6,000 pilgrims gathered at the Sacred Heart Shrine at Mawlai for the Annual Pilgrimage. Participants came from parishes and oratory centres throughout the Archdiocese of Shillong and neighbouring regions
Emphasising the spiritual role of sacred spaces—“directed to the infinite and seeking to lead a person’s mind devoutly to God” (cf. Sacrosanctum Concilium, 122)—the renovated façade of St Anne’s Church at Ahilyanagar now stands as a striking symbol of faith, unity, and renewal. More than a structural upgrade, the renovation reflects the parish community’s collective commitment to spiritual growth and shared belonging.
The Chennai Salesian Province celebrated Faith Fiesta (Maraikalvi Naal) 2025–26, a vibrant children’s convention organized by Deepagam, the Don Bosco Catechetical Center for Faith Formation and Value Education, at St. Bede’s Anglo-Indian Higher Secondary School. The day-long programme brought together nearly 1,000 children from the four regions of the Province—Tirupattur, Pondicherry, Vellore, and Chennai—for prayer, learning, creativity, and fellowship.
More than 1,200 young people, clergy, and religious gathered at Don Bosco Park Circus from January 16–18 for the ZOE Youth Bible Convention 2026, a three-day spiritual conclave that blended Scripture, sacrament, and testimony into what organizers described as a decisive moment in the centenary celebrations of the Salesian presence in Kolkata (1925–2025).
With deep gratitude and joy, the Salesian Family celebrates the Vatican’s announcement that nine Polish Salesians martyred during World War II will be beatified, joining the ranks of the Church’s officially recognized martyrs. Pope Leo XIV has approved the beatification of these priests, who gave their lives in the Nazi concentration camps of Auschwitz and Dachau, remaining faithful to their vocation and mission even unto death.
The serene coastal town of Uttan transformed into a vibrant hub of youthful energy and spiritual awakening during “Camp Uttan, 2025.” Organized under the theme “Bosco Ke Saath Zindagi Mast” - Life is awesome with Bosco, this special initiative by Don Bosco Makarpura, Vadodara, brought together 35 spirited young campers from Don Bosco Makarpura, Rosary Church Fatehgunj, and Don Bosco Alirajpur.
Don Bosco Parish, Oodlabari, held its Annual Retreat from 21st to 23rd November at Pathibari tea garden, drawing over 3,000 faithful from its 14 sub-centres. Led by Fr. Lijo VC and his team, the retreat offered a deeply moving experience of prayer, healing, and renewal.
While most of India lit lamps for Diwali, over a hundred young people gathered at Mount Zion Retreat Centre on the outskirts of Bangalore for a three-day spiritual immersion themed Alive with Christ.
The Don Bosco Youth Centre in Pune concluded a seven-day intensive course on spiritual mentorship, drawing 13 participants from September 13–19 to explore what makes the guidance of the young truly transformative.
The annual Youth Retreat organized by St. Anthony’s College concluded on Sunday after three days of prayer, reflection, and fellowship at the St. Anthony’s School grounds. Held from September 5 to 7, the retreat drew unprecedented participation, with more than 4,000 young people attending on the first two days and a record crowd of over 6,000 on the final day.
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Publisher: Libreria Editrice Vaticana
Year of publication: 2026
Available from: 4 March 2026
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