(ANS - Rome) - A few days ago, Antonio Boccia, the World Councillor of the Association of Salesian Cooperators (ASC) of the Region of Italy-Middle East-Malta, issued an appeal to all members of the Association to organize effectively their aid to families affected by the earthquake in central Italy.
Messina, Italy - August 2016 - On 23 August, at the community of St. Thomas, the Councillor for the Mediterranean Region, Fr Stefano Martoglio, and the Provincial of Sicily, Fr Giuseppe Ruta and several Salesians gathered to celebrate the 103rd birthday of Fr Vincenzo La Mantia, now the patriarch of the Salesians in Italy.
(ANS - Rome) - The earthquake that struck central Italy did not inflict damage on any of the Salesian Houses although the shocks were heard distinctly in Rome, as well as in the houses of Macerata, Perugia, Terni, Loreto, and Civitanova. Investigations are planned for any eventual damage to the School in Macerata and the holiday houses located in Gualdo Tadino and in the mountains in Calcara di Ussita.
(ANS - Rome) - 292 have been confirmed dead, 10 are missing, over 370 injured, and 2900 are housed in tents. These are the tragic consequences of the 6.0 magnitude earthquake that struck at 3.36 a.m. on 24 August last and devastated central Italy, including Lazio, Umbria and the Marches. The towns of Amatrice, Accumoli, Arquata, Pescara del Tronto and surrounding villages were destroyed. The Salesians were not slow to speak up and offer their support.
A course for animators was held in Pacognano from 4 to 8 August 2016. The number of participants exceeded 200. The first day, after the presentation of the course, the young people had talks from the teachers (Sister Giuliana, Sister Flora, Fr Fabio Bellino, Fr Gianpaolo Roma, Fr Giampaolo Nicastro, Fr Cristiano Ciferri, Fr Giuseppe Liano, and Fr Piervito Pepe). Fr Claudio Belfiore presided at the opening celebration
(ANS-Rome) - The Salesians have expressed their deep condolences at the devastating earthquake that involved some regions of central Italy last night. "Our thoughts and prayers go to the victims and their loved ones," said Fr Giovanni D'Andrea, president of Salesians engaged in Social Work. "The mother of one of our volunteers in Rome has died in the earthquake.”
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INTERVIEWS
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Chile – Former Salesian student in the fight against Alzheimer's disease(ANS - Santiago) - Dr Nibaldo Inestrosa, graduate of the Salesian Institute in Valdivia and national prize of Natural Sciences winner, is a pioneer and expert in the study of Alzheimer's disease in the country. In this interview, he offers an insight into the current challenges, but not before reflecting on his formative experience at the Salesian Institute in Valdivia and how this influenced his interest in biology and science.
EDITORIAL
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Myanmar – Tragedy of Innocent Children in the midst of Armed Conflicts(ANS – Naypyidaw) - Myanmar finds itself immersed in profound grief and anguish as innocent lives, particularly those of children, continue to be mercilessly lost in the enduring armed conflicts. Families are left devastated by the tragic loss of their loved ones while the relentless violence shows no signs of abating. This week, a heartfelt plea from Myanmar reached our community, shedding light on the heart-wrenching death of a young girl Juliet in a military airstrike, prompting a unified call for prayers and action.
EVENTS
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Panama – Social communication, the central theme of the Conference in honour of Saint Francis de Sales 2025(ANS – Panama City) – On Saturday 18 January 2025, the "Domingo Savio" room, located at the Don Bosco Basilica, was the scene of an event dedicated to music, reflection and dialogue, on the occasion of the conference in honour of Saint Francis de Sales 2025.
SPECIAL REPORTS
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RMG - St. Francis de Sales Communicator: All for Love(ANS – Rome) - The figure of St. Francis de Sales, chosen by Don Bosco as an example of a communicator, teaches that communication is a matter of the heart. In his expression, "Everything in the Church is love: everything lives in love, for love, and of love," we understand his revolution in the way of communicating, and how communication becomes fruitful when it allows communion and the exchange of one's experiences in a path of accompaniment and collaboration in God's project.
MESSAGES OF THE RECTOR MAJOR
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WHAT A GIFT TIME IS!THE MESSAGE OF THE VICAR OF THE RECTOR MAJOR,
Fr Stefano Martoglio, SDBThe beginning of the new year is illuminated in our liturgy by the ancient formula with which the Israelite priests blessed the people: "May the Lord bless you, and keep you. May the Lord show His face to you, and have mercy on you. May the Lord turn His countenance to you, and give you peace."