Venezuela – Fr Orozco urges the young people in Duaca to offer others kindness and joy to reflect the presence of Christ in their lives
Duaca, Venezuela – February 2024 – Another stage of Fr Hugo Orozco's Extraordinary Visitation to the Salesian Province of Venezuela was the Salesian presence in Duaca. On 28 February, the Councillor for the Interamerica Region, accompanied by Fr Rafael Montenegro, Superior of the VEN Province, shared enriching moments with the youth community. The presence of Fr Orozco was particularly encouraging, providing valuable advice to the young people present to remain close to God in their daily lives. Answering the questions posed by the young people, he shared the practice of reading a book on Jesus every year to deepen knowledge of him, and this was welcomed with admiration and fascination by the young people present. Similarly, the Regional Councillor stressed the importance of maintaining a happy and kind attitude, highlighting the fact that those who harbour Jesus in their hearts usually radiate happiness and kindness towards others. In the final message, Fr Orozco urged young people to convince others through the witness they offer in their daily interactions, emphasising that kindness and joy are fundamental qualities to reflect the presence of Christ in their lives.