Thailand – The Salesian Commission for Youth Ministry’s Friendship Camp 2024

02 April 2024

Hua Hin, Thailand – March 2024 - From 18 to 23 March 2024, the Salesian Commission for Youth Ministry of Thailand organized the annual vocation camp at the Don Bosco Youth Centre, Khao Takiep, Hua Hin, on the theme of the Rector Major's Strenna 2024: "The dream that makes you dream". A heart that transforms "wolves" into "lambs". The "Friendship Camp" was attended by young Catholics from all regions of Thailand, as well as Salesians, Salesian Cooperators, Past Pupils and senior aspirants for a total of 81 people. The opening ceremony was conducted by Fr Nattawut Kitsawat, head of the vocation work of the Salesian Commission for Youth Ministry and deputy director of the camp. During the days there were moments of learning and formation on different topics, such as: "Getting to know Don Bosco"; "Don Bosco's Dream at 9 years of age"; "The Salesians join forces to take care of the world". In addition to other Salesian-inspired activities such as treasure hunts, games, theatrical presentations, sports competitions. In addition to meeting the Salesians so that they could learn more about the Salesian lifestyle, the young participants also had the opportunity to welcome Fr Joan Lluís Playà, Central Delegate of the Rector Major for the Salesian Family Secretariat, and Bro. Dominic Nguyen Nam, SDB, Salesian Brother and World Delegate for Past Pupils and Salesian Cooperators, who came to visit the Salesian Province of Thailand. Fr Playa gave an encouraging message to the young participants. The "Friendship Camp 2024" ended with the celebration of the Eucharist presided over by Fr Boonlert Paneetatthayasai, Superior of the Salesian Province of Thailand (THA).

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