Colombia – Meeting of Rectors of Salesian Presences in the Province of Bogotá
Bogotá, Colombia – September 2024 – A meeting of Rectors of Salesian presences in the St Peter Claver Province of Bogotá (COB) took place on 6 September in the provincial headquarters, aimed at proceeding with the accompaniment, direction and animation of their communities. The meeting, chaired by the Provincial Fr John Jairo Gómez Rúa, began with a message of reflection and animation focused on the application of the Rector Major's Strenna 2025 at the local and provincial level and with the invitation to the Rectors to further understand their work with educators, young people, the laity and the Salesian mission. During the day, an evaluation of the six-year period was carried out, highlighting how the Provincial's animation contributed to the spiritual growth and development of the mission in Salesian presences. The challenges for the next six years were also discussed, tracing a clear path to continue in the formation and expansion of the Salesian mission. The meeting included a review of the work done by the Preferential Option, focusing on network efforts to support those who need it most and working with mixed migration movements. A three-year evaluation of the Overall Province Plan was presented, highlighting the impact of pastoral work and the joint effort of the Province.