Chile – Conclusion of the Provincial Chapter for the Salesian Province of Chile
Lo Cañas, Chile – May 2024 – After intense days of prayer, dialogue and reflection, Salesians and invited lay people concluded the Provincial Chapter of the Salesians in Chile, held at the Lo Cañas Spirituality Centre from 26-30 May. The work of the Provincial Chapter was carried out under the GC29 motto: "Passionate about Jesus Christ, dedicated to young people. Living our Salesian vocation faithfully and prophetically", and began with the presentation of the report on the state of the CIL Province by the Provincial, Fr Nelson Moreno. During the assembly, the participants explored and reflected on four main themes: Animation and care for the true life of every Salesian; Salesians, Salesian Family and laity together, "with" and "for" young people; Letter from the Rector Major to the Province; Overall Provincial Plan (OPP) 2022-2027. The meeting ended with the election of the provincial delegate for the GC29, Fr Claudio Cartes, Rector of the Salesian Presence in Concepción and his substitute, Fr Juan Pablo Moreno, Rector of the Salesian Presence in Valparaíso.