{"id":1034667,"date":"2026-04-26T22:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-04-26T20:00:00","guid":{"rendered":""},"modified":"-0001-11-30T00:00:00","modified_gmt":"-0001-11-29T22:00:00","slug":"trans-27826-1","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/infoans.news\/en\/trans-27826-1\/","title":{"rendered":"Vietnam \u2013 Spreading the spirituality of the Salesian Youth Movement (SYM): when young people are the heart of the mission"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Close Accompaniment of the Superiors <\/strong><\/p>\n

The series of events left a special mark through the accompaniment of: <\/p>\n

–           Fr Joebeth Vivo, SDB: Member of the Youth Ministry Sector, World Delegate for SYM. He brought a message from the heart of the Congregation, helping to connect global spirituality with the local context of practice. <\/p>\n

–           Fr Barnabas Le An Phong, SDB: Provincial of the Vietnam Province. His presence was a solid spiritual support, testifying to the top priority that the Province always gives to the youth. <\/p>\n

–           Fr Peter Nguyen Viet Quang Minh, SDB: Provincial Delegate for Youth Ministry. He, along with more than 640 delegates including Salesians, young people, and Salesian Cooperators, enthusiastically participated in the formation process. <\/p>\n

A Flexible Learning Journey <\/strong><\/p>\n

The program was organized at various locations, creating the most favorable conditions for all participants: <\/p>\n

–           April 22 (Da Lat):<\/strong> At the Don Rua Institute, the program gathered more than 178 members from the Lam Dong region. <\/p>\n

–           April 24 (Ho Chi Minh City):<\/strong> At the Provincial House and Ben Cat Centre the event attracted more than 360 delegates from Ho Chi Minh City, Dong Nai, an,d the West. <\/p>\n

–           April 25 (Xuan Hiep):<\/strong> At the Don Bosco Theologate, an intensive study session was organized exclusively for 130 Fathers, Brothers, and core personnel. <\/p>\n

SYM – The Spiritual Energy Source of the Youth <\/strong><\/p>\n

Through the guidance of Fr Joebeth Vivo, participants recognized that SYM is not just an organisation, but truly a “spiritual energy source” deeply rooted in Gospel values and the Salesian Charism. SYM acts as a common home that shelters and connects various groups, helping young people comprehensively develop to become “good Christians and upright citizens.”<\/p>\n

To help young people live “more joyfully” in their daily activities, the program emphasized the 5 Pillars of Spirituality: <\/p>\n

–           Living extraordinarily in ordinary things. <\/p>\n

–           Joy and Optimism. <\/p>\n

–           Intimate friendship with Jesus. <\/p>\n

–           Loving the Church. <\/p>\n

–           Responsible service. <\/p>\n

True to the spirit of Don Bosco, the working sessions were always full of interaction. Using open-ended questions, Fr Joebeth Vivo encouraged everyone to discover their personal “bag of talents,” thereby turning distinct gifts into common fruits for all through group discussions. <\/p>\n

The Spirit of the 29th General Chapter: The Synodality of Lay People <\/strong><\/p>\n

A special highlight of this formation occasion was the participation of laypeople walking alongside the Salesians. Carrying a simple desire to understand, love, and serve the youth like Salesian educators, they are living proof of the spirit of the 29th General Chapter: Sharing the mission and spreading the spirituality to the laity. <\/p>\n

Looking Toward the Future <\/strong><\/p>\n

The SYM 2026 study journey has concluded but simultaneously opens a new chapter for youth ministry in Vietnam. This was not just a course, but a “renewal of the soul,” urging each member to commit themselves even more strongly to the salvation of young souls with the complete love and zeal of a pastor. <\/p>\n

Salesian Social Communication Commission of Don Bosco Vietnam<\/em> <\/p>\n

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