Held in Fatima from 29 August to 1 September 2024, the IX International Congress of Mary Help of Christians was an event of great importance for the Salesian Family and devotees of Mary Help of Christians.Under the theme ‘I will give you the Teacher’, the congress highlighted the importance of devotion to Mary Help of […]
The 9th International Congress of Mary Help of Christians has come to an end. On the last day of the meeting, the highlights were the message from the Vicar of the Rector Major, Fr Stefano Martoglio, and the closing Eucharist, which celebrated the unity and faith of the Salesian Family.The next International Congress of Mary […]
The Philippines will be the host country for the next International Congress of Mary Help of Christians, which will take place in 2028. The announcement was made during the closing Eucharist of the IX International Congress of Mary Help of Christians. The next International Congress of Mary Help of Christians will take place in the […]
The third day of the International Congress of Mary Help of Christians was marked by moments of intense spirituality, the sharing of impactful testimonies and artistic expressions that moved the participants. A highlight was the recitation of the rosary and the candlelight procession, presided over by Mgr Maksym Ryabukha, Auxiliary Bishop of Donetsk, Ukraine. The […]
The second day of the 9th International Congress of Mary Help of Christians was marked by intense moments of reflection, sharing and prayer. The participants experienced a rich and varied programme that included conferences, testimonies, cultural visits and moments of deep spirituality. The second day began with the celebration of the Eucharist in the different […]
On the second day of the meeting, the participants, divided into language groups, had the opportunity to go on some cultural visits that allowed them to get to know a little better the main places of devotion and spirituality that make up this emblematic pilgrimage destination. Starting at the Basilica of Our Lady of the […]
Presented by the Arte & Sal group from the Salesian Youth Center in Funchal, the musical “Children of Yes” focuses on the figure of Mary of Nazareth and her courage in accepting God’s proposal without questioning his plan. More than a musical, “Children of Yes” is a journey of reflection on the call of each […]
The 9th International Congress of Mary Help of Christians, which runs from 29 August to 1 September in Fatima, began with great joy and enthusiasm. Bringing together members of the Salesian Family from various parts of the world, the meeting, which takes place every four years, is a unique opportunity for celebration and reflection on […]
Playing an important role in the spiritual formation of individuals and communities, religious congresses bring the faithful together around central themes of the faith. A space for encounter, reflection and renewal, these congresses are thus vital tools for strengthening spirituality, promoting unity and inspiring concrete action. Based on a long tradition of meetings and synods […]
Devotion to Our Lady Help of Christians is, in the Catholic tradition, one of the strongest expressions of faith and love for the Virgin Mary. Throughout the ages, Mary Help of Christians has been a source of protection, comfort and inspiration for many thousands of the faithful, and especially for the members of the Salesian […]