Don Bosco Youth Services - INP

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 ...

On 5th June, 2026, Don Bosco Youth Centre, Shirva, joyfully welcomed the new members of the BUS (Bosco Youth Shirva) group for the first gathering of the year. Around 25 young members came together, marking the beginning of another exciting journey of faith, friendship, and service. The meeting commenced at 4:00 p.m. with a prayer, inviting God's blessings upon the new members and the activities planned for the year ahead. Guided by Fr. Kiran and Fr. Royal, the session introduced the youth to the Salesian Youth Movement, helping them understand its Vision, Mission, and the Values that inspire young people to grow as responsible and committed individuals. Following the introduction, the members actively participated in a discussion to plan the group's annual calendar. Various ideas and suggestions for new activities, programs, and initiatives were shared, reflecting the enthusiasm and creativity of the youth. The planning session laid a strong foundation for a meaningful and act...

“Walk Wonder Worship'’ was an overnight event, organised by a group of Don Bosco Youth Paschers on the 27th and 28th of July 2026 at Don Bosco Sulcorna. The event was open to all Catholic Youth of Goa. It was exciting to see all the registered participants show up, bringing the total to 33 participants and 10 volunteers. The participants reported to the venue at 7 pm. They were welcomed with snacks and were assigned their dormitories. At 7.30 pm, everyone headed to the AV hall to begin the event. Participants were divided into 4 teams and allowed to name their own teams. They chose the following names: Pineapples, Sunset, Chocolate, and Wonders. They first played a group-wise Bible trivia relay, which tested them on their knowledge of where each book in the Bible belongs. Following this was a bingo game crafted by Andrea, which allowed the participants to mix around, getting to know each other's names in such a way that they had to interact with every other participant. This wa...