Salesian Family Day Celebrated in Sherbrooke

Salesian Family Day Celebrated in Sherbrooke

(ANS – Sherbrooke, Que. – April 21, 2026) – On Saturday, April 11, members of the Salesian Family in Quebec Province gathered to celebrate Salesian Family Day, with representatives from Montreal and Sherbrooke in attendance. The gathering took place at the Don Bosco Youth Centre and was inspired by the Rector Major’s 2026 strenna: “Do whatever he tells you: Believers free to serve.” The day began with a moment of prayer led by Fairouz Hanna, provincial coordinator of the Salesian Cooperators in Canada, followed by the screening of the official video for the 2026 Strenna. Following this reflection, the participants split into small groups to explore the 4 key verbs of the message: look, listen, choose, and act, guided by various facilitators. This was followed by the celebration of the 150th anniversary of the Association of Salesian Cooperators, with a presentation on the history and current activities of the Association. The day concluded with the Eucharist, presided over by Fr. Richard Authier. Present were Sr. Alphonsine Roy and Fr. John Puntino, delegates of the Salesian Family and the ASC in Canada, together with other Salesians, Daughters of Mary Help of Christians from Montreal and Toronto, members of ADMA Montreal, past pupils, ASC members from the 3 centers, and numerous supporters.