Brazil – The Rector Major's surprise visit excites the Educative and Pastoral Community of the Salesian Institute in Jaboatão dos Guararapes

02 February 2024

(ANS – Jaboatão dos Guararapes) – On Wednesday, 31 January 2024, the Salesian Institute in Jaboatão dos Guararapes received an illustrious and exciting visit. Cardinal Ángel Fernández Artime, Rector Major of the Salesians of Don Bosco, made an unscheduled visit to the Educative and Pastoral Community demonstrating his warm and attentive presence for them all.

Located near the "Salesian Colony" dedicated to Saint Sebastian, the Salesian Institute in Jaboatão dos Guararapes plays a fundamental role in the integral education of over 700 students at the school. Its dedication to the educational, scholastic and human formation of children and adolescents is a point of reference in the region.

The arrival of the Rector Major was greeted by a wave of joy and enthusiasm from all students, teachers and staff. The festive atmosphere infected the corridors of the institution, while everyone gathered to welcome the illustrious guest.

During his visit, Cardinal Fernández Artime had the opportunity to interact with students and share special moments. His presence has strengthened the Salesian values of love, service and commitment to and among young people themselves.

"The visit of the 10th Successor of Don Bosco will remain an unforgettable moment in the history of the Salesian College in Jaboatão dos Guararapes - an encouragement for everyone to continue to dedicate themselves to the mission of educating and forming good Christians and upright citizens", say the Social Communication Office of the St Aloysius Gonzaga Province of Brazil-Recife (BRE), to which the work belongs.

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