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South Asia formation commission meeting in Kolkata

The Annual Meeting of the South Asia Formation Commission (SAFC) took place in Kolkata from July 31 to August 3, 2024, under the leadership of Fr. Vijay Soy. The meeting brought together formation leaders and delegates from across South Asia to discuss key topics related to the formation process, share experiences, and explore strategies for enhancing the quality of formation programs.

Participants engaged in workshops, discussions, and collaborative sessions aimed at addressing current challenges in formation and promoting best practices. The agenda included reflections on spiritual development, community building, and the integration of modern methodologies in formation. The meeting concluded with actionable plans and commitments to strengthen the formation process across the region. Overall, the event fostered a spirit of unity and collaboration among participants, reinforcing their shared mission in formation work.

YaR (Young at Risk) leaders orientation program

The YaR Leaders Orientation Program was successfully conducted in New Delhi from July 29 to 31, 2024, with 38 participants in attendance. This program aimed to equip leaders with essential knowledge and skills related to working with Young at Risk (YaR) individuals.

During the three-day orientation, participants received comprehensive training on various aspects of the YaR framework, including insights into the Child Care Institutions (CCI), the Juvenile Justice (JJ) Act, and the needs of juvenile children. Experts facilitated workshops and discussions, providing valuable information and practical strategies for effectively supporting at-risk youth.

The program fostered an engaging environment for networking and collaboration among participants, enhancing their understanding of the challenges faced by young individuals in vulnerable situations. By the end of the orientation, participants left with renewed motivation and a clear vision for implementing their learning in their respective communities. Overall, the event was instrumental in strengthening the capacity of leaders working with YaR populations.

Strategic Leadership Summit: Administrators' Meeting at Provincial House, Delhi

The Meeting of Administrators convened at the Don Bosco Provincial House from July 8 to 10, 2024, gathering key administrators from various sectors to discuss strategic planning and operational effectiveness. The three-day meeting featured presentations on current projects, financial management, and best practices for enhancing administrative efficiency.

Participants engaged in collaborative discussions, focusing on challenges faced by their respective areas and brainstorming solutions to improve service delivery. The agenda also included workshops aimed at fostering leadership skills and promoting teamwork among administrators.

The meeting concluded with action plans for upcoming projects and initiatives, emphasizing the importance of aligning administrative efforts with the overall mission of the INN Province. Overall, the gathering was a productive platform for sharing insights and strengthening administrative frameworks within the organization.

"Fostering Collaborative Leadership: Navigating Challenges and Opportunities in the INN Province"

The Rectors & Leaders Meeting held from July 13-15, 2024, at the Don Bosco Provincial House brought together leaders from the INN Province for a weekend of collaboration and reflection. The event featured discussions on best practices and community initiatives, with a focus on fostering collaborative leadership. Participants engaged in spiritual reflections on Sunday, reinforcing their mission-driven approach. The gathering concluded with the Province Level Jubilee Celebrations, where achievements were acknowledged, and the collective journey of the INN Province was celebrated, inspiring leaders to continue their commitment to community empowerment and future initiatives.

"Empowering Parish Priests: Embracing Prayer and Synodality for Effective Ministry"

“Pray as Jesus prayed” was the central point of focus in the animation programme for the parish priests held at Bariatu, Jharkhand on 22nd and 23rd July, 2024. There were 14 members together with Fr. Davis Maniparamben, the Provincial, Fr. Vijay Soy, the Vice Provincial, Fr. Shilanand Kerketta, the Youth Ministry Delegate and Fr. Sajin Kollamkudy the Provincial Economer and Fr. Pradeep Tirkey, the Provincial Coordinator of Parishes and Mission. We involved ourselves in seriously discussing the matter related to the parish ministry. Fr. Vijay Soy, the Vice Provincial celebrated the Holy Eucharist and inspired us to be courageous and strong in faith. Fr. Ajay Xalxo (Rector of St. Albert’s Theological College) gave session on ‘Priesthood a Gift and a Task’ and helped us to understand correctly synodality and pilgrims of hope. Fr. Davis Maniparamben, the Provincial dealt with the theme of the jubilee which is year of prayer. He enlightened us on the booklet prepared for the Year of Prayer titled as ‘Teach us to Pray’ based on the teaching of Pope Francis. The important aspects of prayer life were given stress in order to learn and teach how to pray. Fr. Shilanand Kerketta the Youth Ministry Delegate helped us to implement the suggestions of the extraordinary visitation regarding parish ministry given by Fr. Biju Michael. The practical guidelines for catechesis for the all categories of faithful were underlined. He also helped us to understand the importance of living good community life and engage ourselves in the activities of the oratory. The sharing of the parish activities carried out in different parishes of the province enhanced our passion for the work and encouraged each other to face the challenges that come on the way of ministry. Fr. Pradeep Tirkey, provincial coordinator of Parishes and Mission, encouraged us to implement the practical guidelines offered to us during the animation. He also appreciated the presence of all the parish priests and provincial team and hospitality of the community of Bariatu. The participants felt very satisfied and happy with the programme given for them which would surely be great help in doing parish ministry effectively.

Gathering of Salesian Brothers at Bariatu: Spiritual Renewal and Fraternal Reflection

The Salesian Brothers of New Delhi province had their Annual meeting at Bariatu, Ranchi from 25th to 26th of July 2024. Out of 16 Salesian brothers’ 12 were present for the meeting. Br. Cyriac Kurias, Br. Anthony Tigga, Br. Mathew John and Br. Justin Lakra were absent for the meeting.
The meeting started on 25th morning with Meditation and holy mass presided over by Rev. Fr. Davis M., Provincial. The first session stared at 9.00 AM. Fr. Vice Provincial welcomed all the brothers for the meeting and appreciated all for participating in good number for the meeting. Br. Herman the province delegate welcomed Fr. Provincial for the session on the theme “Teach us to pray”. Fr. Provincial in his talk highlighted the importance of living the Year of Prayer in preparation for Jubilee 2025. During his presentation he emphasized the characteristics of Jubilee year, the Prayer and its essential aspects and the importance of prayer in our life as a religious.
The second session stared at 11.00. Brothers’ Delegate welcomed Fr. Shilanand sdb for the presentation on the topic “Salesian Spirituality –Dream at the age of Nine.” His presentation was very interactive with questions from the brothers. He presented the various components of our Salesian Spirituality through re-reading of dream at the age of 9. In the afternoon session Fr. Shilanand stressed on community living and how we can contribute in building a beautiful community.
In the Evening we had adoration service organized by Br. Herman and Br. Praful praying for the “Religious vacation especially for the Salesian brother vocation”
Second day on 26th we began the day with mediation at 6.30 am. It was followed by Mass presided over by Fr. Vijay Soy the Vice Provincial. The two sessions of the day was spent on discussing the implementation of the Lines of Action of the Salesian brother’s congress and drawing up few relevant lines of Action for our province for the year 2024-25. All the Brothers shared three positive aspect of their Salesain brother vocation thus inspiring and motivating each other.
At the end of the day Br. Joseph Kandulna thanked all the Fathers, brothers and staff of the Bariatu community for their hospitality and for taking care of the things needed for the meeting.  Fr. Punit, the Rector of the house, thanked all for their visit and choosing Bariatu for the meeting.
Br. Herman Lakra
Province Delegate for Salesian Brothers

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RECTORS & LEADERS MEET: DESIGNING THE WAY AHEAD

The meeting of the Rectors & Leaders of the Salesian Province of Delhi was held from 20th to 22nd August, …

Bosco Fiesta 2019: Cultural Extravaganza enthralls Delhiites

Don Bosco School, Alaknanda, New Delhi hosted its annual creative extravaganza, Bosco Fiesta on the occasion of saint Don Bosco’s …

INSTITUTE-INDUSTRY PARTNERSHIP DAY AT DBTI, OKHLA

Institute-Industry Partnership Day was held at Don Bosco Technical Institute, Okhla, New Delhi on 13th August 2019. The trainees were …

GENESIS 2019: TRAINING OF YOUTH LEADERS

The Social Experience Dimension of the Youth Ministry Department of Salesian Province of New Delhi organized a day long workshop …

AWARENESS SESSIONS TO PREVENT MONSOON DISEASES

Every monsoon season, the risk of catching various diseases is extremely high due to unhygienic conditions and not adhering to …

WAKING UP TO A NEW ERA OF EDUCATION IN INDIA

Salesian Regional Commission of Education and Culture Meet South Asia A meeting of the Education and Culture commission was held …

SIGNATURE CAMPAIGN TO PROMOTE CHILD RIGHTS IN CHANDIGARH

Child Friendly City Initiative, Chandigarh – a Don Bosco initiative, in collaboration with the Anti-human Trafficking unit organized a signature …

SHARPENING THE AXE

Teachers’ Animation Programme at Don Bosco School, Ghanaur Sharpening the axe is essential to the work of the Wood cutter …

MICROSOFT OFFICE 365 EDUCATION AT DON BOSCO SCHOOL, JHARMARI

Education is the Key to unlocking the world, a passport to freedom. The key roles played by teachers in the …

ACCOUNTING, ADMINISTRATION AND LEGAL COMPLIANCE

In an increasing complex and competitive world, administrators of Salesian Institutions have to develop basic skills in administration and financial …

SCHOOL MANAGEMENT FOR QUALITY SCHOOLS

On 12th and 13th June, 2019 the Principals and Vice Principals of the Don Bosco Schools of the Salesian Province …

BOSCONIANS win Six Gold Medals at 23rd CISCE Athletic Meet 2019

After having bagged 50 medals and a huge trophy at CISCE Zonal Level Athletic Meet 2019, our medalists of Don …

Mobile Medical Care by BOSCO on the streets of Delhi

Medical Care for the street and vulnerable children in New Delhi is a community development project managed by BOSCO, Delhi …

STRENNA 2020: “GOOD CHRISTIANS AND UPRIGHT CITIZENS.”

The Rector Major, Fr Ángel Fernández Artime, officially launched the 2020 Strenna’s theme. A message that listens to and hears …

Government, social bodies, NGOs unite against Child Abuse in Chandigarh

In the wake of ensuring children’s essential rights such as health, education, shelter, safe water, sanitation, and prevention from child …

INVESTITURE CEREMONY

Delhi, Alaknanda, May 7, 2019: The Investiture Ceremony for the session 2019- 2020 was held on 7 May in Don …

FRESHERS’ DAY AND THE RELEASE OF THE SCHOOL MAGAZINE “SPANDAN”

“What we want is to see the child in pursuit of knowledge, and not knowledge in pursuit of the child” …

PARENTS TEACHERS’ MEETING AND PSYCHOLOGICAL COUNSELLING WORKSHOP

Ranchi, Kokar, March 30, 2019:  Parent teachers meeting of classes LKG and UKG was held in Don Bosco School Kokar, …

Seminar on Class Room Management

Ranchi, Kokar, March 28, 2018: Fr. Jyotish Kindo, the principal of Don Bosco School Kokar organized a seminar for teachers …

Blessing of the residence of Missionary Sisters of Mary Help of Christians

Jharmari, Punjab, March 24, 2019: the Residence of Missionary Sisters of Mary Help of Christians was blessed on 24th March …

Father of the homeless children departs for Heavenly Reward

New Delhi, Okhla, March 22, 2019: Funeral Mass for Lt. Fr. Anthony Thaiparambil was held at DBTI Chapel at 4.30 …

REV. FR. ANTONY THAIPARAMBIL, S. D. B. FATHER OF THE STREET CHILDREN PASSED AWAY

New Delhi, Okhla, March 19, 2019: Rev. Fr. Antony Thaiparambil, S. D. B. (84) expired at 2.10 pm on 19th …

In-Service Training for Teachers by Fr. Johny Padinjar at Don Bosco Sr. Sec. School Jharmari

Punjab, Jharmari, March 15, 2019: Don Bosco Sr. Sec. School organized In-service training programme for teachers on 15th March 2019 …

HOSTEL WARDENS ANIMATION PROGRAMME

Ranchi, Hatia, March 8, 2019: On 8th March 2019 one day of animation for all the Hostel Wardens of Ranchi …

Jumaikela Youth and School Teachers on a Marian Pilgrimage

Chattisgarh, Jumaikela, Feb. 17, 2019: The youth and school teachers of Jumaikela went for Marian pilgrimage to Don Bosco Kuarmunda, …

Parents’ Day Celebration at Jharsoguda

Odisha, Jharsoguda, Feb. 16, 2019: Parents’ Day at Jharsuguda was held on 15th to 17th February. The parents of 9 …

Football Studs distributed to Migrants

New Delhi, Okhla, Feb. 10. 2019: On Sunday, 10th February Mr. Satish Nagappan and his family distributed 100 pairs of …

SALESIAN PROVINCE OF JESUS THE GOOD SHEPHERD 8TH PROVINCIAL CHAPTER FEBRUARY 5-10, 2019

New Delhi, Okhla, Feb. 6, 2019: 5TH FEBRUARY 2019 (TUESDAY) The 8th Provincial Chapter of the Province of Jesus the Good Shepherd …

Graduation Ceremony at Don Bosco Sr. Secondary School Jharmari

Punjab, Jharmari, Feb. 2, 2019: The graduation day at Don Bosco Sr. Secondary School was held on 2nd February. Fr …

Salesian Family Day at Provincial House

New Delhi, Okhla, Jan. 27, 2019: The Salesian Family Day of New Delhi Province was held in the Provincial House …

Ordination of John Xess SDB

Chattisgarh, Duldula, Jan. 28, 2019: His Lordship Most Rev. Emmanuel Kerketta, D.D., ordained Fr. John Xess at 8.00 a.m., on …

Republic Day Celebration 2019

New Delhi, Alaknanda, Jan. 25, 2019:  The morning of 25th January had something new and special to offer to the …

Fr. Babu Varghese SDB Receives National Leadership Award

New Delhi, Alaknanda, Jan. 24, 2019:  National Leadership Award was given to Fr. Babu Varghese, the Principal of Don Bosco …

Ordination of Binit Dangwar

Odisha, Bondamunda, Jan. 18, 2019: His Lordship Rev. Kishore Kumar Kujur D.D., Bishop of Rourkela ordained Binit Dangwar on 18th …

Salesian Family Day at Gumla

Jharkhand, Gumla, Jan. 14, 2019: The community of Gumla hosted the Salesian Family Day at Gumla on 14th January 2019 …

Provincial visits Jokbahla Community

Chattisgarh, Jokbahla, Jan. 12, 2018: Fr. Jose Mathew, the Povincial of New Delhi visits Jokbahla community on 12th January 2019 …

Session on learning disabilities in children

New Delhi, Jan. 8, 2019: Ms. Pema Dolkar, a final year M.Sc Nursing student of Holy Family College of Nursing …

International Painting Competition at Hatia

Jharkhand, Hatia, Ranchi, Jan. 8, 2019: Don Bosco English Medium School Hesag conducted the international painting completion on 8th January …

Ordination of Fr. Bimal Kerketta

Jharkhand, Kereng, Jan. 4, 2018: Rev. Fulgence Alyosius Tigga, D.D., the Bishop of Raiganj ordained Bimal Kerketta in St. Joseph …

Ordination of Fr. Akshay Nayak SDB

Odisha, Antarba, Dec. 29, 2018: Bishop Sarat Chandra Nayak of Berhampur diocese ordained deacon Akshay Nayak on 29th December 2018 …

Christmas Celebration at Don Bosco Alaknanda

New Delhi, Alaknanda, Dec. 22, 2018: The Christmas carnival in Don Bosco School was organized on 22nd December, 2018. It …

Annual Day at Don Bosco English Medium School, Hatia

Jharkhand, Hatia, Dec. 22, 2018: Don Bosco English Medium School celebrated ‘Annual Day’ on 22nd December 2018. Fr. Sameer, the …

Golden Jubilee Celebration at Gandhi Smarak School Jokbahla

Chattisgarh, Jokbahla, Dec. 20, 2018: ‘Gandhi Smarak School, Jokbahla celebrated its ‘Golden Jubilee’ on 20th of December, 2018. The programme …

Sports Day Celebration at Jumaikela

Chattisgarh, Jumaikela, Dec. 18, 2018: Don Bosco English Medium School Jumaikela organized sports day on 18th of Dec. 2018. The …

Pre-Christmas ‘Mela’ and gathering at Bariatu

Jharkhand, Ranchi, Bariatu, Dec. 16, 2018: The parishners of Bariatu organized Christmas gathering on 16th of Dec. 2018. Christmas is …

Pre-Christmas Celebration at Jharmari

Punjab, Jharmari, Dec. 15, 2018: Pre-Christmas gathering was held in Don Bosco Sr. Secondary School at Jharmari. Christmas is a …

Preparation for Boscoree by Scout and Guide of Kuarmunda

Odisha, Kuarmunda, Dec. 13, 2018: Training programme for scout and guide was held in Kuarmunda from 12th to 13th December …

PSYCOLOGICAL ASSESSMENT OF THE PRE-NOVICES OF JHARSUGUDA

Odisha, Jharsoguda, Dec. 13, 2018: The eleven Pre-novices of Don Bosco Yuva Kendra, Jharsuguda undergo Psychological Assessment from 10 to …

The visit of Provincial to the community of Bariatu

Jharkhand, Ranchi, Bariatu, Dec. 12, 2018: Fr. Provincial makes his annual visit to the community of Bariatu. Fr. Jose Mathew, …

Fr. P.D.John Celebrated his Golden Jubilee of Profession

Lucknow, Dec. 8, 2018: Don Bosco Lucknow community celebrated the Golden Jubilee of Fr. P.D. John on 8th of December …

Annual day 2018 at Don Bosco School Kokar

Jharkhand, Ranchi, Kokar, Dec. 7, 2018: Don Bosco School Kokar celebrated ‘Annual Day’ on 7th of December. The theme of …

Visit of Provincial to Hatia Community

Jharkhand, Ranchi, Hatia, Dec.6, 2018: The annual provincial visit to Hatia community began on 6th of December by Fr. Jose …

Vocational Guidance Talks by Fr. Bhushan Xalxo

Date: 1 Dec. 2018. At DB Hatia,  Hesag-Ranchi-Jharkhand Vocational Guidance Talk was given to Don Bosco High School Students. The …

Oratory Day and Pre-Christmas Celebration 2018

Ordisha, Jharsuguda, Dec. 2, 2018: Don Bosco Yuvva Kendra organized ‘Oratory Day and Pre-Christmas Celebration on 2nd of December 2018 …

Formees’ Meet at Don Bosco Yuva Sadan, Jabalpur

Jabalpur, Dec.2, 2018: Don Bosco Yuva Sadan held a half day animation programme for all our Formees on 2nd December …

The Youth Leaders and Animators Formation Programme SYM-India Central Region

Kolkota, Dec. 2, 2018: The youth leaders and animator’s formation programme, SYM India, Central Region which comprise of Hyderabad, Kolkata …

Golden Jubilee celebration of Br. Cyriac Kurias

Golden Jubilee celebration of Br. Cyriac Kurias New Delhi, Okhla, Dec.1, 2018: Don Bosco Technical Institute Okhla celebrated the Golden …

Ordination of Fr. Arvind

Jharkhand, Daltenganj, Nov. 28, 2018: It was a great day for the Province of New Delhi to have Fr. Arvind …

Exchange programme between the students of Don Bosco School Palin and Alaknanda

New Delhi, Alaknanda, Nov. 28, 2018: The auditorium was lit up with some new faces, students of Don Bosco School …

Jesus Christ is the king of the universe

Jharkhand, Ranchi, Nov. 27, 2018: Thousands of people gathered for the Eucharistic procession in Ranchi on Nov. 25, 2018. Fr …

Annual Athletic and Sports Meet 2018

Punjab, Jharmari, Nov. 24, 2018: The annual athletic and sports meet was held at Don Bosco Sr. Secondary School, Jharmari, …

JAGARAN 2018 – SEMINAR ON POCSO ACT AND CHILD PROTECTION POLICY

New Delhi, Alaknanda, Nov. 24, 2018: An interactive, one day seminar on creating a safe environment in schools to prevent …

Cleanliness drive by the students of Don Bosco School Jharmari

Punjab, Jharmari, Nov. 22, 2018: Don Bosco Sr. Secondary School, Jharmari organized ‘Swach Bharat’ campaign on 22nd September 2018. The …

Procession of ‘Christ the King’ at Bichna

Jharkhand, Bichna, Nov. 18, 2018: The faithful of Bichna Parish showed that the parish is the cradle of Christianity in …

Christ the King Procession at Hatia

Jharkhand, Hatia, Ranchi, Nov. 18, 2018: The feast of Christ the King was held on 18th November 2018 at Don …

Seminar for Teachers

Jharkhand, Kokar, Ranchi, Nov. 17, 2018: On 17th November, 2018 teachers of Don Bosco School – Kokar, Hatia, Gumla and …

Sports Day for Ankur Children

New Delhi, Alaknanda, Nov. 16, 2018: The Sports day for the Ankur Children was organized by Bosconians of class XII …

Inauguration and Blessing of New Basketball Court and Volleyball Court at Don Bosco School Gumla

Jharkhand, Gumla, Nov. 15, 2018: The much awaited dream of having a basketball and volleyball court was materialized on Children’s …

Children’s Day, 2018

New Delhi, Alaknanda, November 14, 2018: Don Bosco School, Alaknanda celebrated Children’s Day with great enthusiasm. The day began with a …

Called to Follow His Steps

Jharkhand, Ranchi, Kokar, Nov. 10, 2018: George Topno was ordained deacon by His grace Archbishop, Felix Toppo at Holy Angel’s …

Delhi Provincial Congress of the Association of Salesian Co-operators

Jharkhand, Hatia, Nov. 6, 2018: Delhi Provincial Congress of the Association of Salesian Cooperators held on 6th November & 7th …

Spreading awareness about the importance of Green Diwali

New Delhi, Alaknanda, Oct. 5, 2018: A silent procession undertaken by the students of Don Bosco School Alaknanda on 5th …

Fifty Two Salesians on a spiritual Journey

New Delhi, Okhla, Nov. 5, 2018: The second Province Retreat began at the Provincial House on 4th November with the …

Diwali Mela for Ankur Children

New Delhi, Alaknanda, Nov. 2, 2018: Don Bosco School Alaknanda organized Diwali Mela for the Ankur children (Evening School Children) …

Sports Day at Garigaon

Ranchi, Garigaon, Oct. 31, 2018: The annual sports day was held on 31st October at Don Bosco school Garigaon. It …

Science, Craft and Art Exhibition 2018

Orisa, Kuwarmunda, Oct. 29, 2018: Don Bosco English Medium School, Kuarmunda was decked with balloons, streamers various decorations to host …

Inter-school dance competition 2018

New Delhi, Alaknanda, Oct. 26, 2018: The inter-school solo dance competition SPLASH 2018 was held hosted by Don Bosco School …

Book Fair at Gumla

Jharkhand, Gumla, Oct. 26, 2018: A Book Fair was organized in Don Bosco School Gumla on 26th and 27th October …

Bosco Milan 2018

Ranchi, Bariatu, Jharkhand, Oct.21, 2018: This year Bosco Milan 2018 was hosted in Don Bosco youth and Educational services Bariatu …

Mini Boscoree-2018

Ranchi, Jharkhand, Oct. 20, 2018: A maiden province level Mini Boscoree was organized for the Scouts and Guides of New …

Gender Sensitization

New Delhi, Alaknanda, Oct. 10, 2018: On the 10th of October 2018, we had a session on Gender Sensitization being …

Blueair

New Delhi, Alaknanda, Oct. 8, 2018: Polluted air is the biggest environmental health risk of our time, and children are …

Seminar on Preventive System at Don Bosco Ashalayam

New Delhi, Palam, Ashalayam, October 8, 2018: Two days seminar on Don Bosco’s Preventive System was conducted for all the …

SEMINAR ON POSITIVE PARENTING

New Delhi, Alaknanda, Oct. 6, 2018: “Teach a child the way he should go and he will not stray from …

The Burial of FR.VARAPPILLY JOSEPH, SDB

Kerela, Oct. 3, 2018: The Salesian Province of New Delhi regrets to announce the sudden demise of our beloved Confrere …