Brazil – Conclusion of the Provincial Chapter in Belo Horizonte

13 June 2024

Barbacena, Brazil – June 2024 - The 23rd Provincial Chapter of the Salesian Province of Brazil-Belo Horizonte (BBH) concluded on 7 June,  focusing on the theme "In love with Jesus Christ, dedicated to young people". Starting on 4 June, the first two days were marked by moments of reflection and dialogue on the three core areas of GC29. In addition to these themes, a synodal consultation was held to reflect on the possibility of creating a new religious community and a new presence next year, to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the First Missionary Expedition of Don Bosco. Fr José Ricardo Mole, SDB, Vice-Provincial of the BBH Province and Chapter Moderator, emphasised the good work of the commissions and the quality of the reflections and final texts which demonstrated teamwork and what every desired, Salesians and lay people, to look to the future with hope. The 6th and 7th were marked by presentation of the reflections of the three Chapter commissions comprising Salesians and lay people. After a moment of prayer and discernment, Chapter members elected Fr Márcio José Montandon Marçal, as delegate, and Fr Gustavo Corrêa Cola, as substitute, for the GC29.

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