Valdocco: A Salesian Family Podcast

Happy Easter Family! Join Amy, Vicky as they sit with Fr. Franco as he shares about his love for our Blessed Mother, Mary and invites you into a deeper relationship with her.   If you want more episodes likes this one, subscribe to join in on the fun! For more information about the Salesian Family please visit: https://salesians.org https://salesiansisters.org https://www.instagram.com/sym_bosco/ https://www.youtube.com/c/SalesiansofDonBosco https://www.facebook.com/salesianym https://www.salesianlaymissioners.org https://www.tiktok.com/@salesiansofdonbosco?lang=en

Join Amy, Vicky and Fr. Steve as they finish up the reading of the Sermon on the Mount. The Triduum starts tomorrow, prayers for you! Enter in!  Here is the Lenten reader that we are using so that it is easier to follow how we are going through the Sermon on the Mount. Lenten Reader If you want more episodes likes this one, subscribe to join in on the fun! For more information about the Salesian Family please visit: https://salesians.org https://salesiansisters.org https://www.instagram.com/sym_bosco/ https://www.youtube.com/c/SalesiansofDonBosco https://www.facebook.com/salesianym https://www.salesianlaymissioners.org https://www.tiktok.com/@salesiansofdonbosco?lang=en  

Join Amy, Vicky and Fr. Steve as they speak about Divine Providence and how our Father in Heaven provides for his children. Almost entering Holy Week, keep going!   Here is the Lenten reader that we are using so that it is easier to follow how we are going through the Sermon on the Mount. Lenten Reader If you want more episodes likes this one, subscribe to join in on the fun! For more information about the Salesian Family please visit: https://salesians.org https://salesiansisters.org https://www.instagram.com/sym_bosco/ https://www.youtube.com/c/SalesiansofDonBosco https://www.facebook.com/salesianym https://www.salesianlaymissioners.org https://www.tiktok.com/@salesiansofdonbosco?lang=en  

Join Amy, Vicky and Fr. Steve as they reflect on the meaning of storing treasure in Heaven. It is week 4 of Lent, how are you doing? Here is the Lenten reader that we are using so that it is easier to follow how we are going through the Sermon on the Mount. Lenten Reader If you want more episodes likes this one, subscribe to join in on the fun! For more information about the Salesian Family please visit: https://salesians.org https://salesiansisters.org https://www.instagram.com/sym_bosco/ https://www.youtube.com/c/SalesiansofDonBosco https://www.facebook.com/salesianym https://www.salesianlaymissioners.org https://www.tiktok.com/@salesiansofdonbosco?lang=en  

Amy, Vicky and Fr. Steve talk about true prayer inspired by the Our Father. Hope you enjoy! Keep going! Here is the Lenten reader that we are using so that it is easier to follow how we are going through the Sermon on the Mount. Lenten Reader If you want more episodes likes this one, subscribe to join in on the fun! For more information about the Salesian Family please visit: https://salesians.org https://salesiansisters.org https://www.instagram.com/sym_bosco/ https://www.youtube.com/c/SalesiansofDonBosco https://www.facebook.com/salesianym https://www.salesianlaymissioners.org https://www.tiktok.com/@salesiansofdonbosco?lang=en  

Still moving week by week! Listen to Amy, Vicky and Fr. Steve as they reflect on the Call of Christianity and hear what Jesus says about the Law, Anger, Divorce, Adultery and Oaths. All things we have heard before but hopefully we can continue to grow in our living our faith honestly and authentically. Here is the Lenten reader that we are using so that it is easier to follow how we are going through the Sermon on the Mount. Lenten Reader If you want more episodes likes this one, subscribe to join in on the fun! For more information about the Salesian Family please visit: https://salesians.org https://salesiansisters.org https://www.instagram.com/sym_bosco/ https://www.youtube.com/c/SalesiansofDonBosco https://www.facebook.com/salesianym https://www.salesianlaymissioners.org https://www.tiktok.com/@salesiansofdonbosco?lang=en

Amy, Vicky and Fr. Steve continue to pray through the Sermon on the Mount in the Gospel of Matthew.  Here is the Lenten reader that we are using so that it is easier to follow how we are going through the Sermon on the Mount. Lenten Reader Happy Lent! Be Salt, Be Light If you want more episodes likes this one, subscribe to join in on the fun! For more information about the Salesian Family please visit: https://salesians.org https://salesiansisters.org https://www.instagram.com/sym_bosco/ https://www.youtube.com/c/SalesiansofDonBosco https://www.facebook.com/salesianym https://www.salesianlaymissioners.org https://www.tiktok.com/@salesiansofdonbosco?lang=en  

Join Amy, Vicky and Fr. Steve as they begin their Lenten journey through the Sermon on the Mount, beginning with the Beatitudes.  Matthew Chapter 5:3-12 Here is the Lenten reader that we are going to use so that it is easier to follow how we are going through the Sermon on the Mount. Lenten Reader Happy Lent! Pray, Fast, Give Alms If you want more episodes likes this one, subscribe to join in on the fun! For more information about the Salesian Family please visit: https://salesians.org https://salesiansisters.org https://www.instagram.com/sym_bosco/ https://www.youtube.com/c/SalesiansofDonBosco https://www.facebook.com/salesianym https://www.salesianlaymissioners.org https://www.tiktok.com/@salesiansofdonbosco?lang=en  

Amy, Vicky and Fr. Steve invite you to join them for this Lent in reflecting on the Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5-7).  May this Lent be a season of conversion for you! "When he saw the crowds, he went up the mountain, and after he had sat down, his disciples came to him. He began to teach them, saying."   If you want more episodes likes this one, subscribe to join in on the fun! For more information about the Salesian Family please visit: https://salesians.org https://salesiansisters.org https://www.instagram.com/sym_bosco/ https://www.youtube.com/c/SalesiansofDonBosco https://www.facebook.com/salesianym https://www.salesianlaymissioners.org https://www.tiktok.com/@salesiansofdonbosco?lang=en

Amy, Vicky and Fr. Steve discuss what it means to be hopeful and how it's necessary for us to keep moving while we are waiting.  Happy Third Sunday of Advent!  If you want more episodes likes this one, subscribe to join in on the fun! For more information about the Salesian Family please visit: https://salesians.org https://salesiansisters.org https://www.instagram.com/sym_bosco/ https://www.youtube.com/c/SalesiansofDonBosco https://www.facebook.com/salesianym https://www.salesianlaymissioners.org https://www.tiktok.com/@salesiansofdonbosco?lang=en

As a pilgrim, are we available or are we avoiding? Amy, Vicky and Fr. Steve sit down and talk about the beauty and difficult being available to how God is working in their lives. Happy second week of Advent!  If you want more episodes likes this one, subscribe to join in on the fun! For more information about the Salesian Family please visit: https://salesians.org https://salesiansisters.org https://www.instagram.com/sym_bosco/ https://www.youtube.com/c/SalesiansofDonBosco https://www.facebook.com/salesianym https://www.salesianlaymissioners.org https://www.tiktok.com/@salesiansofdonbosco?lang=en

Amy, Vicky and Fr. Steve sit down and talk about our desire for comfort and if it is good for us or no. What does being uncomfortable have to do with being a Christian and a pilgrim. Happy first week of Advent!  If you want more episodes likes this one, subscribe to join in on the fun! For more information about the Salesian Family please visit: https://salesians.org https://salesiansisters.org https://www.instagram.com/sym_bosco/ https://www.youtube.com/c/SalesiansofDonBosco https://www.facebook.com/salesianym https://www.salesianlaymissioners.org https://www.tiktok.com/@salesiansofdonbosco?lang=en

Amy, Vicky and Fr. Steve introduce the new season for Advent! Don't let this season of preparation pass you by. HOPE you enjoy! If you want more episodes likes this one, subscribe to join in on the fun! For more information about the Salesian Family please visit: https://salesians.org https://salesiansisters.org https://www.instagram.com/sym_bosco/ https://www.youtube.com/c/SalesiansofDonBosco https://www.facebook.com/salesianym https://www.salesianlaymissioners.org https://www.tiktok.com/@salesiansofdonbosco?lang=en

Amy, Vicky and Fr. Steve sit down with Br. Rafa to have a conversation about Vocation, Community and living the faith in our day to day. Hope you enjoy! If you want more episodes likes this one, subscribe to join in on the fun! For more information about the Salesian Family please visit: https://salesians.org https://salesiansisters.org https://www.instagram.com/sym_bosco/ https://www.youtube.com/c/SalesiansofDonBosco https://www.facebook.com/salesianym https://www.salesianlaymissioners.org https://www.tiktok.com/@salesiansofdonbosco?lang=en  

Vicky and Fr. Steve sit down with Jimmy, a Salesian High School graduate and current track and field coach. He shares with us a little bit of his journey and his desire to be a coach in order to help young people as they journey through life. Enjoy!  If you want more episodes likes this one, subscribe to join in on the fun! For more information about the Salesian Family please visit: https://salesians.org https://salesiansisters.org https://www.instagram.com/sym_bosco/ https://www.youtube.com/c/SalesiansofDonBosco https://www.facebook.com/salesianym https://www.salesianlaymissioners.org https://www.tiktok.com/@salesiansofdonbosco?lang=en  

Vicky and Fr. Steve speak with Macie, a graduate of the Salesian Sister School in Marrero, Louisiana. She speaks of her love of people and coming to understand her vocation through mission. Hope you enjoy the conversation! If you want more episodes likes this one, subscribe to join in on the fun! For more information about the Salesian Family please visit: https://salesians.org https://salesiansisters.org https://www.instagram.com/sym_bosco/ https://www.youtube.com/c/SalesiansofDonBosco https://www.facebook.com/salesianym https://www.salesianlaymissioners.org https://www.tiktok.com/@salesiansofdonbosco?lang=en  

We are back with a new season! Here is just a simple introduction on what's to come. Thanks for joining us! If you want more episodes likes this one, subscribe to join in on the fun! For more information about the Salesian Family please visit: https://salesians.org https://salesiansisters.org https://www.instagram.com/sym_bosco/ https://www.youtube.com/c/SalesiansofDonBosco https://www.facebook.com/salesianym https://www.salesianlaymissioners.org https://www.tiktok.com/@salesiansofdonbosco?lang=en

Join Amy, Vicky and Fr. Steve as they discuss about the Sacred Triduum and how they are planning to enter in this year. Don't let this time pass you by!  Ancient Homily for Holy Saturday-https://www.vatican.va/spirit/documents/spirit_20010414_omelia-sabato-santo_en.html ALSO, check out Youtube if you want the video version of the conversation.  If you want more episodes likes this one, subscribe to join in on the fun! For more information about the Salesian Family please visit: https://salesians.org https://salesiansisters.org https://www.instagram.com/sym_bosco/ https://www.youtube.com/c/SalesiansofDonBosco https://www.facebook.com/salesianym https://www.salesianlaymissioners.org https://www.tiktok.com/@salesiansofdonbosco?lang=en

Join Amy, Vicky and Fr. Steve as they talk about what generosity has to do with almsgiving and how they are trying to practice it in their lives.  ALSO, check out Youtube if you want the video version of the conversation.  If you want more episodes likes this one, subscribe to join in on the fun! For more information about the Salesian Family please visit: https://salesians.org https://salesiansisters.org https://www.instagram.com/sym_bosco/ https://www.youtube.com/c/SalesiansofDonBosco https://www.facebook.com/salesianym https://www.salesianlaymissioners.org https://www.tiktok.com/@salesiansofdonbosco?lang=en

Lent can be heavy but there is always hope. Jesus has overcome. Do not forget the need for joy and humor. Join Amy, Vicky and Fr. Steve as they try to be funny and find a little humor in this season of Lent.  ALSO, check out Youtube if you want the video version of the conversation.  If you want more episodes likes this one, subscribe to join in on the fun! For more information about the Salesian Family please visit: https://salesians.org https://salesiansisters.org https://www.instagram.com/sym_bosco/ https://www.youtube.com/c/SalesiansofDonBosco https://www.facebook.com/salesianym https://www.salesianlaymissioners.org https://www.tiktok.com/@salesiansofdonbosco?lang=en

EVALUATE! We are half way through Lent so take some time and join Vicky, Amy and Fr. Steve as they discuss some highs and lows of Lent so far. Whether it's been good or bad, take some time to evaluate your Lent. Keep going! ALSO, check out Youtube if you want the video version of the conversation.  If you want more episodes likes this one, subscribe to join in on the fun! For more information about the Salesian Family please visit: https://salesians.org https://salesiansisters.org https://www.instagram.com/sym_bosco/ https://www.youtube.com/c/SalesiansofDonBosco https://www.facebook.com/salesianym https://www.salesianlaymissioners.org https://www.tiktok.com/@salesiansofdonbosco?lang=en  

Join Amy, Vicky and Fr. Steve as they continue their Lenten discussion on discipline and the benefits of maintaining a good routine. It's not easy but it's worth it! Keep trying! ALSO, check out Youtube if you want the video version of the conversation.  If you want more episodes likes this one, subscribe to join in on the fun! For more information about the Salesian Family please visit: https://salesians.org https://salesiansisters.org https://www.instagram.com/sym_bosco/ https://www.youtube.com/c/SalesiansofDonBosco https://www.facebook.com/salesianym https://www.salesianlaymissioners.org https://www.tiktok.com/@salesiansofdonbosco?lang=en  

How do you pray? On this episode of the podcast Amy, Vicky and Fr. Steve talk about their own prayer lives, discerning the voice of the Father and little ways they are continuing to work on their relationship with God.   Check on Youtube for the video of our conversation.  Let us journey together towards Easter. Don't make it too complicated. It's not about doing Lent perfectly, but it's about allowing the grace of God to transform us. Take it seriously, show up and ask for help if you need it. If you want more episodes likes this one, subscribe to join in on the fun! For more information about the Salesian Family please visit: https://salesians.org https://salesiansisters.org https://www.instagram.com/sym_bosco/ https://www.youtube.com/c/SalesiansofDonBosco https://www.facebook.com/salesianym https://www.salesianlaymissioners.org https://www.tiktok.com/@salesiansofdonbosco?lang=en

There can't be Valentine without LENT! Ash Wednesday begins the season of Lent. Amy, Vicky and Fr. Steve start us off with a conversation about the season of Lent and how they will be preparing for Easter. Check on Youtube for the video of our conversation.  Let us journey together towards Easter. Don't make it too complicated. It's not about doing Lent perfectly, but it's about allowing the grace of God to transform us. Take it seriously, show up and ask for help if you need it. If you want more episodes likes this one, subscribe to join in on the fun! For more information about the Salesian Family please visit: https://salesians.org https://salesiansisters.org https://www.instagram.com/sym_bosco/ https://www.youtube.com/c/SalesiansofDonBosco https://www.facebook.com/salesianym https://www.salesianlaymissioners.org https://www.tiktok.com/@salesiansofdonbosco?lang=en  

Merry Christmas! Sr. Pamela Rose is a newly professed Salesian Sister and she shares with Vicky and Fr. Steve about her journey to saying yes to Jesus who has been a light in the darkness. We can have great hope in our God who wants to take us from good to great and from glory to glory!  Scripture Theme: “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was in the beginning with God. All things came to be through him, and without him nothing came to be. What came to be through him was life, and this life was the light of the human race; the light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.” (John 1:1-18) If you want more episodes likes this one, subscribe to join in on the fun! For more information about the Salesian Family please visit: https://salesians.org https://salesiansisters.org https://www.instagram.com/sym_bosco/ https://www.youtube.com/c/SalesiansofDonBosco https://www.facebook.com/salesianym https://www.salesianlaymissioners.org https://www.tiktok.com/@salesiansofdonbosco?lang=en

Chioma Okoye, a young adult who helps animate our parish in Tampa Florida shares with us her journey of faith, especially the moments of fear and how she continues to trust in God. All of us have these moments, this podcast can help us recognize we are not alone and some insights in how to imitate our Blessed Mother.  Scripture Theme: “Do not be afraid Mary, for you have found favor with God.” “Behold, I am the handmaid of the Lord. May it be done to me according to your word.”   If you want more episodes likes this one, subscribe to join in on the fun! For more information about the Salesian Family please visit: https://salesians.org https://salesiansisters.org https://www.instagram.com/sym_bosco/ https://www.youtube.com/c/SalesiansofDonBosco https://www.facebook.com/salesianym https://www.salesianlaymissioners.org https://www.tiktok.com/@salesiansofdonbosco?lang=en

Tim Hughes, a recent Salesian Lay Missioner joins Vicky and Fr. Steve and shares a bit about his faith journey focusing on building and maintaining a strong Christian foundation. Who are we? Who is Jesus? What does that mean for how I live my life?  Scripture Theme: “When the Jews from Jerusalem sent priests and Levites to him to ask him, “Who are you?” he admitted and did not deny it, but admitted, “I am not the Christ.” So they asked him, What are you then? Are you Elijah? And he said, “I am not.” “Are you the Prophet?” “No.” So they said to him, “Who are you, so we can give an answer to those who sent us? What do you have to say for yourself?” He said: “I am the voice of one crying gout in the desert, ‘make straight the way of the Lord.” (John: 1:6-8, 19-28) If you want more episodes likes this one, subscribe to join in on the fun! For more information about the Salesian Family please visit: https://salesians.org https://salesiansisters.org https://www.instagram.com/sym_bosco/ https://www.youtube.com/c/SalesiansofDonBosco https://www.facebook.com/salesianym https://www.salesianlaymissioners.org https://www.tiktok.com/@salesiansofdonbosco?lang=en

Fr. John Langan joins Vicky, Amy and Fr. Steve and shares his insights into the need and beauty of acknowledging our sins and turning towards the Lord.  Scripture Theme: “John the Baptist appeared in the desert proclaiming a baptism of repentance for the forgiveness of sins. People of the whole Judean countryside and all the inhabitants of Jerusalem were going out to him and were being baptized by him in the Jordan River as they acknowledged their sins.” (MK 1: 1-8) If you want more episodes likes this one, subscribe to join in on the fun! For more information about the Salesian Family please visit: https://salesians.org https://salesiansisters.org https://www.instagram.com/sym_bosco/ https://www.youtube.com/c/SalesiansofDonBosco https://www.facebook.com/salesianym https://www.salesianlaymissioners.org https://www.tiktok.com/@salesiansofdonbosco?lang=en

Megan Dang graduated from our Salesian Sister school in New Orleans (AOL) and is currently a nurse. She shares her journey with Amy, Vicky and Fr. Steve and offers a reflection based on the Gospel from the first Sunday of Advent. Scripture Theme: “It is like a man traveling abroad. He leaves home and places his servants in charge, each with his own work.” Mk 13:33-3 If you want more episodes likes this one, subscribe to join in on the fun! For more information about the Salesian Family please visit: https://salesians.org https://salesiansisters.org https://www.instagram.com/sym_bosco/ https://www.youtube.com/c/SalesiansofDonBosco https://www.facebook.com/salesianym https://www.salesianlaymissioners.org https://www.tiktok.com/@salesiansofdonbosco?lang=en

Fr. Steve shares with Amy and Vicky about the founding of the Salesians of Don Bosco and the great ability that Don Bosco had to accompany the young from receiving the spirit of Valdocco to living it out themselves. If you want more episodes likes this one, subscribe to join in on the fun! For more information about the Salesian Family please visit: https://salesians.org https://salesiansisters.org https://www.instagram.com/sym_bosco/ https://www.youtube.com/c/SalesiansofDonBosco https://www.facebook.com/salesianym https://www.salesianlaymissioners.org https://www.tiktok.com/@salesiansofdonbosco?lang=en  

Fr. Steve shares with Amy and Vicky about some insights into the beginnings of the Oratory at Valdocco. Everything started from the educational experience that Don Bosco shared with his mother, the poor and abandoned boys and his many collaborators. Hope you enjoy!  If you want more episodes likes this one, subscribe to join in on the fun! For more information about the Salesian Family please visit: https://salesians.org https://salesiansisters.org https://www.instagram.com/sym_bosco/ https://www.youtube.com/c/SalesiansofDonBosco https://www.facebook.com/salesianym https://www.salesianlaymissioners.org https://www.tiktok.com/@salesiansofdonbosco?lang=en  

Fr. Steve speaks to Amy and Vicky about the wandering oratory and some of the difficulties of the years 1844-1846. Enjoy!  If you want more episodes likes this one, subscribe to join in on the fun! For more information about the Salesian Family please visit: https://salesians.org https://salesiansisters.org https://www.instagram.com/sym_bosco/ https://www.youtube.com/c/SalesiansofDonBosco https://www.facebook.com/salesianym https://www.salesianlaymissioners.org https://www.tiktok.com/@salesiansofdonbosco?lang=en

Amy, Vicky and Fr. Steve talk about Don Bosco's three years after his ordination where he really learns how to be a priest with the help of his friends.  If you want more episodes likes this one, subscribe to join in on the fun! For more information about the Salesian Family please visit: https://salesians.org https://salesiansisters.org https://www.instagram.com/sym_bosco/ https://www.youtube.com/c/SalesiansofDonBosco https://www.facebook.com/salesianym https://www.salesianlaymissioners.org https://www.tiktok.com/@salesiansofdonbosco?lang=en

Amy and Fr. Steve talk about their Salesian Family packed week. Hope you enjoy!  If you want more episodes likes this one, subscribe to join in on the fun! For more information about the Salesian Family please visit: https://salesians.org https://salesiansisters.org https://www.instagram.com/sym_bosco/ https://www.youtube.com/c/SalesiansofDonBosco https://www.facebook.com/salesianym https://www.salesianlaymissioners.org https://www.tiktok.com/@salesiansofdonbosco?lang=en

Fr. Steve continues to share with Vicky and Amy on what he learned about Don Bosco while he was down in Ecuador. This week we focus on the years of 1831 to 1841 when Don Bosco was studying in public school and then seminary. These were influence years in Don Bosco's life as he continued his journey of becoming a priest.  If you want more episodes likes this one, subscribe to join in on the fun! For more information about the Salesian Family please visit: https://salesians.org https://salesiansisters.org https://www.instagram.com/sym_bosco/ https://www.youtube.com/c/SalesiansofDonBosco https://www.facebook.com/salesianym https://www.salesianlaymissioners.org https://www.tiktok.com/@salesiansofdonbosco?lang=en

Welcome back to Valdocco! Amy and Vicky sit together with Fr. Steve as he shares about the first 15 years of St. John Bosco's life and three people in his childhood that really impacted him. Listen to find out who the three are! Hope you enjoy! If you liked this episode, would you mind sharing it with a friend?  Remember, you can always send us an email at symbosco@gmail.com If you want more episodes likes this one, subscribe to join in on the fun! For more information about the Salesian Family please visit: https://salesians.org https://salesiansisters.org https://www.instagram.com/sym_bosco/ https://www.youtube.com/c/SalesiansofDonBosco https://www.facebook.com/salesianym https://www.salesianlaymissioners.org https://www.tiktok.com/@salesiansofdonbosco?lang=en  

Do you want to learn a little bit about the historical context of Don Bosco's life?! Take a listen as Fr. Steve gives a general (and kind of confusing) explanation of what was happening during the life of Don Bosco and how difficult it would have been for him to form good CHRISTIANS and honest CITIZENS. Hope you enjoy! If you liked this episode, would you mind sharing it with a friend?  Remember, you can always send us an email at symbosco@gmail.com If you want more episodes likes this one, subscribe to join in on the fun! For more information about the Salesian Family please visit: https://salesians.org https://salesiansisters.org https://www.instagram.com/sym_bosco/ https://www.youtube.com/c/SalesiansofDonBosco https://www.facebook.com/salesianym https://www.salesianlaymissioners.org https://www.tiktok.com/@salesiansofdonbosco?lang=en    

Welcome back to Valdocco!! We are starting a new season all about DON BOSCO. But who IS this guy??? That's what we are going to try and share with you. Fr. Steve spent 6 weeks down in Ecuador studying the life of Don Bosco and Salesian Spirituality and he can't wait to share it all with you! Come along for the ride!  If you liked this episode, would you mind sharing it with a friend?  Remember, you can always send us an email at symbosco@gmail.com If you want more episodes likes this one, subscribe to join in on the fun! For more information about the Salesian Family please visit: https://salesians.org https://salesiansisters.org https://www.instagram.com/sym_bosco/ https://www.youtube.com/c/SalesiansofDonBosco https://www.facebook.com/salesianym https://www.salesianlaymissioners.org https://www.tiktok.com/@salesiansofdonbosco?lang=en  

Welcome back to Valdocco! Amy, Vicky and Fr. Steve talk about Salesian Gospel Roads, World Youth Day and the visit of 34 Polish volunteers. It is a busy summer but a lot of beautiful moments with the Salesian family.   If you liked this episode, would you mind sharing it with a friend?  Remember, you can always send us an email at symbosco@gmail.com If you want more episodes likes this one, subscribe to join in on the fun! For more information about the Salesian Family please visit: https://salesians.org https://salesiansisters.org https://www.instagram.com/sym_bosco/ https://www.youtube.com/c/SalesiansofDonBosco https://www.facebook.com/salesianym https://www.salesianlaymissioners.org https://www.tiktok.com/@salesiansofdonbosco?lang=en  

Welcome back to Valdocco! Fr. Steve and Vicky sit with Brother Hubert Twagirayezu, SDB. Br. Hubert is from Rwanda but is studying finance at Iona University in New Rochelle. He shares his story about meeting the Salesians and how the generosity of people inspired him to be generous with his life and eventually become a Salesian Brother. Here is another example of how big and beautiful our Salesian family really is...from New York to Rwanda! Enjoy!   If you liked this episode, would you mind sharing it with a friend?  Remember, you can always send us an email at symbosco@gmail.com If you want more episodes likes this one, subscribe to join in on the fun! For more information about the Salesian Family please visit: https://salesians.org https://salesiansisters.org https://www.instagram.com/sym_bosco/ https://www.youtube.com/c/SalesiansofDonBosco https://www.facebook.com/salesianym https://www.salesianlaymissioners.org https://www.tiktok.com/@salesiansofdonbosco?lang=en  

Welcome back to Valdocco! Fr. Steve and Vicky sit with Fr. Tim Zak, SDB. Fr. Tim has just finished serving our province as the Provincial for the last six years (let's stop and give thanks for a moment). Together we sit and listen to his vocation story, learn a bit about him, and finally, a little glimpse into his life as a Provincial. If you have ever met Fr. Tim, you know he's kind, a great listener, and a humble man. It was a real treat to finally have him on the podcast and allow him to share about his life. Join us in praying for Fr. Tim as he awaits what's next for him and for Fr. Dominic Tran, SDB, who will follow him in serving our province as Provincial.  If you liked this episode, would you mind sharing it with a friend?  Remember, you can always send us an email at symbosco@gmail.com If you want more episodes likes this one, subscribe to join in on the fun! For more information about the Salesian Family please visit: https://salesians.org https://salesiansisters.org https://www.instagram.com/sym_bosco/ https://www.youtube.com/c/SalesiansofDonBosco https://www.facebook.com/salesianym https://www.salesianlaymissioners.org https://www.tiktok.com/@salesiansofdonbosco?lang=en  

Welcome back to Valdocco! Fr. Steve and Vicky sit with Ashlynn Forsyth. Earlier this year, Ashlynn joined us on Young Team and has just graduated from St. John Neumann High School in Naples. She shares her experience of witnessing the Oratory and living it out herself. Listen as she shares how she's looking forward to continuing growing as she attends college this Summer and into the Fall. Join us in keeping all of our recent graduates in prayer! If you liked this episode, would you mind sharing it with a friend?  Remember, you can always send us an email at symbosco@gmail.com   If you want more episodes likes this one, subscribe to join in on the fun! For more information about the Salesian Family please visit: https://salesians.org https://salesiansisters.org https://www.instagram.com/sym_bosco/ https://www.youtube.com/c/SalesiansofDonBosco https://www.facebook.com/salesianym https://www.salesianlaymissioners.org https://www.tiktok.com/@salesiansofdonbosco?lang=en  

Welcome back to Valdocco! We are back for season  9!! Fr. Steve sits with Cardinal Óscar Andrés Rodríguez Maradiaga, SDB, who was visiting for the Ordinations of Fr. Josh and Fr. Branden over Memorial Day weekend and for the Salesians Retreat. He shares about answering his call from God, his love for Don Bosco and the Salesian Family, his life as a Cardinal and his friendship with Pope Francis.   Did you know he was a pilot?! If you liked this episode, would you mind sharing it with a friend?  Remember, you can always send us an email at symbosco@gmail.com https://salesians.org https://salesiansisters.org https://www.instagram.com/sym_bosco/ https://www.youtube.com/c/SalesiansofDonBosco https://www.facebook.com/salesianym https://www.salesianlaymissioners.org https://donboscosalesianportal.org  

Welcome back to Valdocco! Amy, Fr. Steve and Vicky wrap up their season together and reflect on their Triduum and their Easter celebrations. We're walking out of this season singing Alleluia! Our Lord has risen, let's spread that joy and live that truth! What could that mean for you? We are taking a little break until the next season, but we're always praying for you!   If you liked this episode, would you share it with a friend?  Remember, you can always send us an email at symbosco@gmail.com or find us on social media.  Know of our prayers for you especially during this season of Lent! If you want more episodes likes this one, subscribe to join in on the fun! For more information about the Salesian Family please visit: https://https://salesians.org https://salesiansisters.org https://www.instagram.com/sym_bosco/ https://www.youtube.com/c/SalesiansofDonBosco https://www.facebook.com/salesianym https://www.salesianlaymissioners.org https://www.tiktok.com/@salesiansofdonbosco?lang=en  

Welcome back to Valdocco! Amy, Fr. Steve and Vicky reflect together on the thirteenth and fourteenth Scriptural Stations of the Cross. This week we are entering into the Triduum and invite you to do the same.  Let's keep each other in prayer these days.   Blessed Triduum! If you'd like a PDF to follow along the Scriptural Stations of the Cross, here is a free download for you! https://mcusercontent.com/187f54cc4d434294c774bd3ca/files/92293201-6a37-3daf-98d1-ae9a2ade99e2/Scriptural_Way_of_the_Cross.pdf If you liked this episode, would you mind sharing it with a friend?  Remember, you can always send us an email at symbosco@gmail.com or find us on social media.  Know of our prayers for you especially during this season of Lent! If you want more episodes likes this one, subscribe to join in on the fun! For more information about the Salesian Family please visit: https://https://salesians.org https://salesiansisters.org https://www.instagram.com/sym_bosco/ https://www.youtube.com/c/SalesiansofDonBosco https://www.facebook.com/salesianym https://www.salesianlaymissioners.org https://www.tiktok.com/@salesiansofdonbosco?lang=en  

Welcome back to Valdocco! Amy, Fr. Steve and Vicky reflect together on the eleventh and twelfth Scriptural Stations of the Cross. Together we share on how our Lent has been so far and so we ask you the same, how is your Lent going? From your own reflection on the stations, what will be the practical challenge you can implement this fifth week of Lent?  Here are ours: Amy is going to work on praising God in her prayer.  Fr. Steve is going to recenter and reflect.  Vicky is going to work on being bold and saying yes with intention.   If you'd like a PDF to follow along the Scriptural Stations of the Cross, here is a free download for you! https://mcusercontent.com/187f54cc4d434294c774bd3ca/files/92293201-6a37-3daf-98d1-ae9a2ade99e2/Scriptural_Way_of_the_Cross.pdf   If you liked this episode, would you mind sharing it with a friend?  Remember, you can always send us an email at symbosco@gmail.com or find us on social media.  Know of our prayers for you especially during this season of Lent! If you want more episodes likes this one, subscribe to join in on the fun! For more information about the Salesian Family please visit: https://https://salesians.org https://salesiansisters.org https://www.instagram.com/sym_bosco/ https://www.youtube.com/c/SalesiansofDonBosco https://www.facebook.com/salesianym https://www.salesianlaymissioners.org https://www.tiktok.com/@salesiansofdonbosco?lang=en    

Welcome back to Valdocco! Amy, Fr. Steve and Vicky reflect together on the ninth and tenth Scriptural Stations of the Cross. How is your Lent going? From your own reflection on the stations, what will be the practical challenge you can implement this second week of Lent?  Here are ours: Amy is going to focus her prayer on the needs of the world.  Fr. Steve is going to focus on humility as the way God exalts.  Vicky is going to try and recognize the effects of the Fall and how to work through it.  If you'd like a PDF to follow along the Scriptural Stations of the Cross, here is a free download for you! https://mcusercontent.com/187f54cc4d434294c774bd3ca/files/92293201-6a37-3daf-98d1-ae9a2ade99e2/Scriptural_Way_of_the_Cross.pdf If you liked this episode, would you mind sharing it with a friend?  Remember, you can always send us an email at symbosco@gmail.com or find us on social media.  Know of our prayers for you especially during this season of Lent! If you want more episodes likes this one, subscribe to join in on the fun! For more information about the Salesian Family please visit: https://salesians.org https://salesiansisters.org https://www.instagram.com/sym_bosco/ https://www.youtube.com/c/SalesiansofDonBosco https://www.facebook.com/salesianym https://www.salesianlaymissioners.org https://www.tiktok.com/@salesiansofdonbosco?lang=en

Welcome back to Valdocco! Amy, Fr. Steve and Vicky reflect together on the seventh and eighth Scriptural Stations of the Cross. Let's check in, it's been three weeks, how are you feeling? From your own reflection on the stations, what will be the practical challenge you can implement this second week of Lent?  Here are ours: Amy is going to intentionally help one person every day.   Fr. Steve is going to pray with Simon of Cyrene.  Vicky is going to try and be more present over these next 7 days.  If you'd like a PDF to follow along the Scriptural Stations of the Cross, here is a free download for you! https://mcusercontent.com/187f54cc4d434294c774bd3ca/files/92293201-6a37-3daf-98d1-ae9a2ade99e2/Scriptural_Way_of_the_Cross.pdf If you liked this episode, would you mind sharing it with a friend?  Remember, you can always send us an email at symbosco@gmail.com or find us on social media.  Know of our prayers for you especially during this season of Lent! If you want more episodes likes this one, subscribe to join in on the fun! For more information about the Salesian Family please visit: https://salesians.org https://salesiansisters.org https://www.instagram.com/sym_bosco/ https://www.youtube.com/c/SalesiansofDonBosco https://www.facebook.com/salesianym https://www.salesianlaymissioners.org https://www.tiktok.com/@salesiansofdonbosco?lang=en

Welcome back to Valdocco! Amy, Fr. Steve and Vicky reflect together on the fifth and sixth Scriptural Stations of the Cross. Let's check in, it's been two weeks, how are you feeling? From your own reflection on the stations, what will be the practical challenge you can implement this second week of Lent?  Here are ours: Amy is going to refrain from gossip and judgment.   Fr. Steve is going to do the happy death exercises .  Vicky is going to try to be quieter - don't always have to talk.   If you'd like a PDF to follow along the Scriptural Stations of the Cross, here is a free download for you! https://mcusercontent.com/187f54cc4d434294c774bd3ca/files/92293201-6a37-3daf-98d1-ae9a2ade99e2/Scriptural_Way_of_the_Cross.pdf If you liked this episode, would you mind sharing it with a friend?  Remember, you can always send us an email at symbosco@gmail.com or find us on social media.  Know of our prayers for you especially during this season of Lent! If you want more episodes likes this one, subscribe to join in on the fun! For more information about the Salesian Family please visit: https://salesians.org https://salesiansisters.org https://www.instagram.com/sym_bosco/ https://www.youtube.com/c/SalesiansofDonBosco https://www.facebook.com/salesianym https://www.salesianlaymissioners.org https://www.tiktok.com/@salesiansofdonbosco?lang=en  

Welcome back to Valdocco! Amy, Fr. Steve and Vicky reflect together on the third and fourth Scriptural Stations of the Cross. Let's check in, it's been one week, how are you feeling? From your own reflection on the stations, what will be the practical challenge you can implement this second week of Lent?  Here are ours: Amy is going to go to participate in the sacrament of reconciliation.  Fr. Steve is "not taking short-cuts" - little denials  Vicky is going to intentionally pray with with friends.   If you'd like a PDF to follow along the Scriptural Stations of the Cross, here is a free download for you! https://mcusercontent.com/187f54cc4d434294c774bd3ca/files/92293201-6a37-3daf-98d1-ae9a2ade99e2/Scriptural_Way_of_the_Cross.pdf If you liked this episode, would you mind sharing it with a friend?  Remember, you can always send us an email at symbosco@gmail.com or find us on social media.  Know of our prayers for you especially during this season of Lent! If you want more episodes likes this one, subscribe to join in on the fun! For more information about the Salesian Family please visit: https://salesians.org https://salesiansisters.org https://www.instagram.com/sym_bosco/ https://www.youtube.com/c/SalesiansofDonBosco https://www.facebook.com/salesianym https://www.salesianlaymissioners.org https://www.tiktok.com/@salesiansofdonbosco?lang=en  

Welcome back to Valdocco! On this Ash Wednesday, we begin reflecting on the first and second Scriptural Stations of the Cross. Together we begin the journey with our Lord of His passion and death. From your own reflection on the stations, what will be the practical challenge you can implement this first week of Lent?  Here are ours: Amy is incorporating one hour of silence each day. Fr. Steve is "watching and praying". Vicky is being intentional and aware of choices.  If you'd like a PDF to follow along the Scriptural Stations of the Cross, here is a free download for you! https://mcusercontent.com/187f54cc4d434294c774bd3ca/files/92293201-6a37-3daf-98d1-ae9a2ade99e2/Scriptural_Way_of_the_Cross.pdf If you liked this episode, would you mind sharing it with a friend?  Remember, you can always send us an email at symbosco@gmail.com or find us on social media. Know of our prayers for you especially during this season of Lent! If you want more episodes likes this one, subscribe to join in on the fun! For more information about the Salesian Family please visit: https://salesians.org https://salesiansisters.org https://www.instagram.com/sym_bosco/ https://www.youtube.com/c/SalesiansofDonBosco https://www.facebook.com/salesianym https://www.salesianlaymissioners.org https://www.tiktok.com/@salesiansofdonbosco?lang=en