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(ANS – Rome) – The ancient and traditional yet always significant delivery of the Salesian Strenna for the New Year was repeated on Friday, 27 December 2024, at the General House of the Daughters of Mary Help of Christians (FMA) in Rome. In the presence of the Mother General of the FMA, Mother Chiara Cazzuola, her sisters and many Salesians and members of the Salesian Family, Fr Stefano Martoglio, Vicar of the Rector Major, currently at the head of the Salesian Congregation, officially presented the message and the video that illustrate the guiding theme that will accompany the Salesian Family in 2025, the Jubilee Holy Year and the 150th anniversary of the First Salesian Missionary Expedition: "Anchored in hope, pilgrims with young people".
Hat Yai, Thailand – December 2024 – On Friday 20 December the Salesian Saengthong Vitthaya school celebrated Christmas for the entire school community. The day began with a show entitled "Holy Night in Bethlehem", performed by teachers and students of the school, followed by the opening ceremony of the nativity scene built from cardboard and other recycled elements, to follow the instructions of Pope Francis to protect our Common Home. After the ceremony, teachers and students sent their best wishes to all the school's superiors and the Rector, Fr Kriengsak Chaiyaphornkaew, blessed all the staff and students. The young people then performed in dances and shows to celebrate Christmas together.
Cusco, Peru – December 2024 – Over Christmas the Salesian Family in Cusco experienced moments full of joy and hope, bringing toys and food to the families of the communities in Pucro and Fortaleza, thanks to joint work with the San Cristobal parish. In addition, the children, young people and families attending the Salesian oratory experienced an exciting Christmas afternoon full of songs, dances and games, with an artistic show prepared by Prof. Enrique Zaravía Ramírez. Heartfelt thanks went to everyone who generously collaborated in the collection of games and food throughout December, including educators, families and the municipal school for having created the Viernes de jean campaign.
Shillong, India – December 2024 – On 29 December, with great joy for the entire Salesian Saint John Paul II Province Shillong, India (INS), Salesian Jetendis Sohshang was ordained priest. Two other deacons, Jenes Syiemlih and Lampherlin Lyngdoh, were also ordained to the priesthood with him. The ordaining prelate was Bishop Wilbert Marwein, Bishop of Nongstoin. Fr John Zosiama, INS Provincial, was also present for the occasion, expressing joy and gratitude for the priestly ordination of Jetendis Sohshang. The event attracted thousands of faithful from all over the diocese of Nongstoin, with a special participation from the parish of Nongkasen, which also celebrated its Silver Jubilee.