Don Bosco Youth Services - INP

The evening of September 12, 2026, was a beautiful and meaningful one at Don Bosco Youth Centre, Shirva, as the youth, boarders and Salesian Cooperators came together to celebrate Marian Night. The evening began at around 6:00pm in the chapel with prayer and a moment of self-reflection. After this peaceful beginning, everyone joined a procession towards the lawn, singing a Marian hymn and carrying flowers in their hands. On reaching the lawn, the flowers were offered to Mother Mary as a simple expression of love and devotion. The gathering also gave the youth an opportunity to discover more about Mother Mary, her life and virtues, and the different prayers, devotions, celebrations, and religious activities through which Mary is honoured. The evening then became more lively as everyone was divided into groups for various fun and interactive activities. These activities brought the youth and boarders together, creating moments of laughter, teamwork, friendship, and fellowship. The progra...

The "Coastal Connect" youth gathering took place on September 7, 2026, bringing the youth together at Kodi Beach for a beautiful and refreshing evening of meaningful fellowship. Set against the calm atmosphere, a cool sea breeze, and a picturesque sunset, the event provided the perfect setting for the young participants to interact, play, laugh, and enjoy each other's company. This recreational time allowed everyone to unwind and strengthen their bonds of friendship in a relaxed, natural environment. As twilight approached, the gathering transitioned into a deeply meaningful reflective activity on the shore. Participants were invited to write down their personal intentions and the things they wished to let go of directly onto the sand. The youth then watched together as the incoming waves gently washed the writing away, beautifully symbolising the act of leaving behind the burdens they no longer needed to carry and making space for something new in their lives. The evenin...

The young as well as the old associated with Don Bosco gathered at Don Bosco Animation Centre, Benaulim, on Sunday, August 16, 2026 for a joyful celebration marking the birthday of St. John Bosco which is traditionally been celebrated as Rector’s Day in every Salesian Community.  The celebration began with the Eucharistic celebration at 11:30 a.m. Fr. Simao Fernandes, Rector of Don Bosco Centre, was the main celebrant, with Fr. Bernardino, Fr. Austin, and Fr. Infancio concelebrating. The Mass was a beautiful moment of prayer and thanksgiving, to celebrate the legacy of Don Bosco and express gratitude for the gift of the Rector. Following the Mass, a short gathering was organized, with the youth taking the initiative to lead a variety of fun and engaging games. The activities brought together the youth, FMA sisters and Friends of Don Bosco, creating plenty of opportunities for interaction, laughter, and fellowship. The enthusiasm and participation of everyone added a lively and yout...

Bosco Youth Quepem organised ANCHORED 2026, a vibrant youth gathering centred on faith, friendship and fellowship. The event brought together close to 100 youngsters, creating an atmosphere of joy, enthusiasm and togetherness. The day began with the Holy Eucharist, focusing on the theme of God as the anchor of our lives. The celebration offered the young people an opportunity to pause, reflect and recognise the importance of remaining rooted in God amidst the challenges and uncertainties of life. Following the Eucharist, participants completed registration and enjoyed snacks and refreshments, setting the tone for a joyful day ahead. The highlight of the gathering was the energetic session of fun activities, games and group moments. The participants were divided into 10 teams, and each team took part with tremendous enthusiasm, energy and team spirit. The games encouraged cooperation, communication, healthy competition and, above all, friendship. The youth thoroughly enjoyed themselves ...

On the occasion of Grandparents' Day on 26th July, the Youth took a meaningful initiative to honor their grandparents by planting trees and several plants in the Nerur Church campus. The celebration began with a heartfelt felicitation of the grandparents, recognizing their invaluable contribution to families and society. Following the felicitation, around 20 youngsters gathered at the chapel, bringing their own tools and working together with great enthusiasm to plant trees across the campus. The event beautifully reflected the spirit of hard work, teamwork, and environmental stewardship. Through their dedicated efforts, the youth successfully planted 66 trees along with several plants, enhancing both the greenery and the beauty of the church campus. This initiative not only served as a fitting tribute to the grandparents but also demonstrated the youth's commitment to caring for God's creation. The trees planted will stand as a lasting symbol of love, gratitude, and respec...

The Burning Bush was successfully held on 12th July, 2026 at the Don Bosco Animation Centre, Benaulim, bringing together Catholic youth for a spiritually enriching day dedicated to deepening their faith, strengthening their relationship with God, and fostering fellowship with one another. The day commenced with participant registration, followed by light refreshments that provided everyone with a warm and welcoming start. This was followed by a series of lively ice-breaker activities where participants introduced themselves, interacted with one another, and took part in an energetic action song. These activities created a joyful atmosphere, helping everyone feel comfortable and connected from the very beginning. The major session of the day was conducted by Fr. Bernadinho De Almeida sdb, who delivered an insightful talk on Mass Etiquette and the Holy Eucharist. Through inspiring reflections, real-life Eucharistic miracles, and thought-provoking videos, he explained the significance of ...