Amatitán, Mexico - November 2024 - Ongoing formation weeks were held for the Salesians of the Mexico-Guadalajara Province (MEG) from 4 to 22 November. Three weeks of formation were held at Casa Betsaida in Amatitán, Jalisco, where each Salesian, depending on the week chosen, received formation on various topics. During each week in an atmosphere of fraternity, it was possible to explore how the Salesian mission is being carried out in each of the works. They began with a retreat and presentation on accompaniment. Afterwards, each participant was able to reflect on personal health care, the economy, youth realities, mission and vocation, social communication and the code of ethics.

Toronto, Canada – November 2024 – From 16 to 19 November, on behalf of the Rector Major Fr Hugo Orozco, Regional Councillor for Interamerica, visited  the Salesian communities of Etobicoke and Hamilton, located in the Greater Toronto Metropolitan Area. On 17 November, the Regional Councillor presided at the Mass, celebrated in the Parish of St Benedict. Numerous faithful were present for the occasion, saying they were enthusiastic about the joyful presence of Fr Orozco.

Nicaragua – November 2024 - Saturday 9 November the Salesian Cooperators (ASC) from the two local centres in Nicaragua met to celebrate their Happy Death Retreat, an annual event filled with reflection and fraternity. This activity was convened by Fr Foster Cerda, SDB, National Delegate of the Association, and brought together the ASC from the Margarita Breast Centre in Masaya and the Don Bosco Youth Centre in Managua, together with some Aspirants. During this meeting everyone shared significant moments, motivated by the desire to strengthen the mission and plan the work of the Association in their respective cities. New ways to encourage vocations were also explored. The Exercise for a Happy Death, led by Fr Cerda, who energetically and creatively challenged the participants to set goals and spread new seeds to promote vocations, which will allow them to renew and grow together. The meeting culminated with some concluding words by Carolina Castillo.