I hesitate, but here it is: I start projects and don’t finish them. At this point in our Lenten journey, many of us may feel like unfinished projects. So what now? What can we do for the remainder of Lent?…

Laetare, the Fourth Sunday of Lent, received this nickname because the entrance antiphon for the liturgy of the day begins with the word “rejoice.” Despite the state of the world, how can we still rejoice and be instruments of God's peace...

Sometimes something as simple as a set of dinner knives can teach us great lessons. Fr. Joe shares what happens when he eight knives turn to seven…

Even though the closing ceremony is over, the spirit of the Olympics continues.  Read how the Salesian spirit can inspire us and motivate us in how we compete in daily life...

“Return to me with your whole heart,” the Lord says at the start of Lent. Sometimes my heart feels like a misplaced baking dish, tucked away and hard to find...

Every summer, Oblates from around the world gather in Annecy, France, the home of St. Francis. During this time of year, many of us have recently traveled to see loved ones. How can we keep that sense of togetherness with us throughout the year?...

We are in the midst of a "Salesian season." Did you know the celebration of St. Francis (starting with his feast day last weekend) can continue until February 2? Read how the spirit of the gentleman saint shines on these final days of January...

What can we do when the flame of our spiritual journey dims? When a heart that was on fire with love now pulses with duty, responsibility, and weariness? Let us turn to the wisdom of St. Francis de Sales...

When I came to Salesianum School in 2014 I could not have imagined how St. Francis would influence my life. His emphasis on gentleness and patience sparked my heart through interactions with Oblates, teachers, and students, and changed the way I see the word. How can his teachings influence you?…

Salesianum School in Wilmington, DE has a dress code that requires a suit and tie, but they have taken the iconic symbol of a gentleman - a tie - to a new level. How can this accessory be a symbol of faith, brotherhood, and dedication to living Jesus every day?...