[{"ID":4927,"post_title":"Grand Annual Job Drive 2024 Hosted by Don Bosco Arts and Science College and Don Bosco Vazhikaatti","lead_para":"","post_content":"In an event that marks the culmination of rigorous preparation and collaboration, Don Bosco Arts and Science College, Chennai, in association with Don Bosco Vazhikaatti, organized its much-anticipated Annual Job Drive 2024 successfully. The event, held on March 22nd, brought together a multitude of companies across different sectors, offering students and job seekers a broad spectrum of opportunities. The chief guest for the event, Mr. John Alexander, CEO of Equitas Small Finance Bank, was honored at the event. The event was blessed and inaugurated with the presence of Rev. Fr. Raj Kumar, SDB, Dr. Xavier Rajaratnam, the Principal,Fr. Ernest, SDB, Fr. Sagayaraj Kasi SDB, Fr. Joe Anand, and Fr. Simmion, SDB, the Assistant Director of DBV. We sincerely acknowledge Director Rev. Fr. Andrew Joseph SDB for his collaboration and cooperation. The Chief Guest spoke on the importance of focus, hard work, and being passionate about the dreams job seekers should have. He acknowledged the social welfare measures taken by Equitas Small Finance Bank on women's empowerment.\r\n\r\nThe job drive was spread across three prominent venues within the college premises - Bicentenary Hall, SIGA Hall, and Deepagam Hall - to accommodate the extensive list of participating companies and the large turnout of eager candidates. A total of 26 esteemed firms made their presence felt at the drive, ranging from technology giants and financial institutions to automotive companies and healthcare providers. Among the participants were well-known names such as Altruist Technologies Pvt Ltd, Bankzone, Cedar Business Solutions, and HDB Financial Services, alongside specialized entities like Jana Small Finance Bank and Shriram Finance Ltd. The event not only showcased full-time job opportunities but also provided a platform for internships and project collaborations, catering to a wide array of academic disciplines and career aspirations. There were 300 students who participated in the Job Fair.\r\n\r\nThe coordination team, led by key faculty members and a dedicated group of student volunteers, ensured the event's smooth operation. Mr. Michal, the Placement Cell Coordinator, emphasized the importance of such drives in bridging the gap between academia and industry. \"Our objective is to facilitate a direct connection between our talented students and the industry, ensuring they have the opportunities to kickstart their careers in their chosen fields,\" he stated.\r\nThe Annual Job Drive 2024 stands as a testament to the college's commitment to enhancing employability and supporting students' transition from academic life to professional environments. The successful execution of this event has set a new benchmark for placement activities, promising even greater prospects for future graduates of Don Bosco Arts and Science College.","post_date":"2024-03-22 12:40:37","thumbnail":"http:\/\/www.donboscochennai.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/1-2.jpg","house_name":"","commission_name":"","classification_name":""},{"ID":4918,"post_title":"12 Salesians Embark on New Journey as Deacons in Chennai on St. Joseph\u2019s Feast","lead_para":"","post_content":"\"\"\r\n\r\n- Bro. John Kennedy Philip<\/em>\r\n\r\nIn a solemn ceremony held at the Votive Shrine in Kilpauk, Chennai, twelve Salesians were ordained as deacons by the Most Rev. Dr. George Antonysamy, D.D, the Archbishop of Madras Mylapore. The ordination took place on March 19, 2024, coinciding with the feast day of St. Joseph, patron saint of the universal Church. Among the newly ordained deacons, eight belong to the Salesian Province of Chennai (INM) and the other four belong to Salesian Province of Tiruchy. All the 12 deacons are doing their theological studies at Don Bosco Theological College, Kavarapettai which is 40 kms away from the Chennai city.  Fr. Don Bosco Lourdusamy sdb, Provincial of Chennai Province, Fr. Agilan Sarprasadam sdb, Provincial of Tiruchy, Fr. John Alexander, Vice Provincial of Chennai Province, Fr. Pathiaraj Rayappan, Rector of Becchi Don Bosco, Fr. Arulappa, Parish Priest of Votive Shrine and nearly hundred priests both Salesians and Diocesans and who joined in concelebrating the Mass.\r\n\r\nThe ordination ceremony was a significant moment for the Salesian family, as it marked the next step in the journey of these twelve individuals towards priesthood. Their dedication to serve the Church and their communities was evident as they took this important step in their vocational journey. The presence of the parents and relatives of the newly ordained deacons added to the emotional significance of the occasion. Their support and encouragement have been crucial in nurturing the vocations of these young men, who have answered the call to serve God and His people.\r\n\r\nThe faithful gathered at the Votive Shrine witnessed the ordination with reverence and joy, offering prayers for the newly ordained deacons as they embark on this new chapter in their lives. Archbishop George Antonysamy, in his homily, encouraged the deacons to remain steadfast in their commitment to the Gospel and to emulate the virtues of St. Joseph in their ministry.\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n\"\" \"\" \"\" \"\"","post_date":"2024-03-20 00:21:28","thumbnail":"http:\/\/www.donboscochennai.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/4.jpg","house_name":"","commission_name":"","classification_name":""},{"ID":4906,"post_title":"Fr. Gianni Rolandi Embarks on Extraordinary Visit to the Glorious Chennai Province","lead_para":"","post_content":"- Fr. Joseph Franklin sdb<\/em>\r\n\r\nFr. Gianni Rolandi SDB, the Extraordinary Visitor representing the Rector Major, His Eminence Card. Angel Fernandez Artime commenced his extraordinary visit to the Chennai Province, situated in the vibrant landscape of South India. This visit, initiated on February 29, 2024, underscores a pivotal moment for the Chennai Province, as Fr. Gianni embarks on an Extraordinary journey that aims to span all communities within the province until May 31.\r\n\r\n\"\" The formal commencement of this remarkable visit took place on March 6, 2024, as Fr. Gianni convened with the Rectors and Leaders of the Chennai Province. This important meeting serves as the foundation for the extensive itinerary planned during his extraordinary visit, providing a platform for collaborative discussions and fostering unity among the Salesian communities in the region.\r\n\r\nIt is noteworthy that Fr. Gianni had already initiated his extraordinary visit on February 29, 2024, at Fujairah, a location where the Chennai Province has established a community comprising a parish and a school. Furthermore, on March 5, 2024, Fr. Gianni met the Provincial and his council.  Fr. Gianni Rolandi's extraordinary visit unfolds as a important chapter in the history of the Chennai Province, promising to invigorate and strengthen the bonds within the Salesian community. As he undertakes the significant task of visiting all communities within the province, Fr. Gianni's visit is poised to leave a lasting impact, fostering spiritual growth and unity among the Salesianw and enhance the vibrancy and mission of the Chennai Province.\r\n\r\n ","post_date":"2024-03-07 18:23:59","thumbnail":"http:\/\/www.donboscochennai.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/WhatsApp-Image-2024-03-07-at-18.22.44.jpeg","house_name":"","commission_name":"","classification_name":""},{"ID":4889,"post_title":"\u201cLet\u2019s Talk Faith\u201d. Open Talk Forum","lead_para":"On February 26, 2023 (Monday), a team of twenty-two selected students from Don Bosco College of Arts and Science and SIGA from Kilpauk were ushered in at Deepagam Community Hall for the Youth Catechesis initiative themed: \u201cLet\u2019s Talk Faith\u201d. Open Talk Forum - focused on Sacraments - is a catechetical initiative by Deepagam, Don Bosco Catechetical Center at The Citadel, Kilpauk; entire program was organized and coordinated by Fr. Jesudoss SDB, the Director of Deepagam. Four Salesian Professors from Becchi Don Bosco, Kavarapettai and five Salesians priests residing in The Citadel premises also came together for this face-to-face dialogue. Rev. Fr. Stanislaus Swamikannu, SDB (Rector, Don Bosco Youth Animation Centre, Ennore) was the moderator for this Open Talk program with Youth on Sacrament of Reconciliation.","post_content":" Fr. John Christy, SDB Director of Province-level Youth Ministry introduced the participants. This Open Talk Forum started at 4:30 PM and concluded at 7:15 PM in two sessions in the evening hour. Fr. Jesudoss (Director, Deepagam) gave Vote of Thanks and concluded this Forum on the completion of exchanges. The Forum Moderator, Fr. Stanislaus took up the proceeding and invited both the Youth and the Salesians to pose questions and seek clarifications on the Sacrament of Reconciliation.\r\n\r\nThe Forum began with mystery of Evil in the world, Human Freedom, Human Fallenness, the meaning and nature of Sin, and Salvific\/Liberative nature of Sacrament of Reconciliation. During the exchange, Salesians were responding to the attitude of youth towards Sacrament of Confession in this modern milieu of technological lifestyle. They shared the priestly outlook as administrator and recipient of sacrament of confession (seeking recourse to the sacrament and also being available for confession); one Salesian Father quipped that \u201cConfessional is not an Interrogation Chamber\u201d. Confession is to reconcile with God and fellow people; as such, it is instrument of God\u2019s grace. Family plays vital role in forming youth conscience and motivation to grow faith commitment. A youth suggested that we must instill in children - during the Sunday Catechism - to motivate and to seek Sacrament of Reconciliation at their early age. Salesian fathers insisted that \u201cFaith Conviction\u201d is paramount for priest towards sacramental involvement. At the confessional, priests must be a father (reflecting God\u2019s fatherly love), healer and teacher to the penitent.\r\n\r\nOn the common question about role of priest in the confessional as medium (i.e. can penitent directly confess to God of his\/her sin?), Becchi Fathers theologically enlightened the youth with Christ\u2019s incarnational presence in the world, in and through the Church and therefore, need priestly mediation\/instrumentation for the Sacrament. Salesians also taught the students about personal sin, social sin (injustice, poverty) and structural sin; every personal confession has social \/ community dimensions. Accordingly, there are personal confession, common confession, and combination of personal with common confession. Forum Fathers brought the youth to mind about the \u201cconfessional secret\u201d in order for the youth to feel free and confident to go for confession with any Catholic priest available. The Faith Forum initiated by the Deepagam was evidently a Synodal approach in which Salesians and youth interacted on the same platform. Youth are beset with lack of interest towards spiritual growth and opportunity to be in Divine Presence. Youth has to be convinced that God is loving and forgiving with an attitude of authentic faith; as Forum priest commented, \u201cWe must breathe our faith to live life\u201d. In sharing the personal reaction to this Open Talk Forum, a youth said: \u201cI didn\u2019t believe, now I believe\u201d and \u201cI will go for confession, henceforth\u201d.","post_date":"2024-03-01 00:00:00","thumbnail":"http:\/\/www.donboscochennai.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/DSC00088.jpg","house_name":", ","commission_name":"","classification_name":", "},{"ID":4887,"post_title":"Sacrament of Reconciliation","lead_para":"On February 26, 2023 (Monday), a team of twenty-two selected students from Don Bosco College of Arts and Science and SIGA from Kilpauk were ushered in at Deepagam Community Hall for the Youth Catechesis initiative themed: \u201cLet\u2019s Talk Faith\u201d. Open Talk Forum - focused on Sacraments - is a catechetical initiative by Deepagam, Don Bosco Catechetical Center at The Citadel, Kilpauk; entire program was organized and coordinated by Fr. Jesudoss SDB, the Director of Deepagam. Four\r\nSalesian Professors from Becchi Don Bosco, Kavarapettai and five Salesians priests residing in The Citadel premises also came together for this face-to-face dialogue. Rev. Fr. Stanislaus Swamikannu, SDB (Rector, Don Bosco Youth Animation Centre, Ennore) was the moderator for this Open Talk program with Youth on Sacrament of Reconciliation. Fr. John Christy, SDB Director of Province-level Youth Ministry introduced the participants.","post_content":"This Open Talk Forum started at 4:30 PM and concluded at 7:15 PM in two sessions in the evening hour. Fr. Jesudoss (Director, Deepagam) gave Vote of Thanks and concluded this Forum on the completion of exchanges. The Forum Moderator, Fr. Stanislaus took up the proceeding and invited both the Youth and the Salesians to pose questions and seek clarifications on the Sacrament of Reconciliation.\r\n\r\nThe Forum began with mystery of Evil in the world, Human Freedom, Human Fallenness, the meaning and nature of Sin, and Salvific\/Liberative nature of Sacrament of Reconciliation. During the exchange, Salesians were responding to the attitude of youth towards Sacrament of Confession in this modern milieu of technological lifestyle. They shared the priestly outlook as administrator and\r\nrecipient of sacrament of confession (seeking recourse to the sacrament and also being available for confession); one Salesian Father quipped that \u201cConfessional is not an Interrogation Chamber\u201d.\r\n\r\nConfession is to reconcile with God and fellow people; as such, it is instrument of God\u2019s grace. Family plays vital role in forming youth conscience and motivation to grow faith commitment. A youth suggested that we must instill in children - during the Sunday Catechism - to motivate and to seek Sacrament of Reconciliation at their early age. Salesian fathers insisted that \u201cFaith Conviction\u201d is paramount for priest towards sacramental involvement. At the confessional, priests must be a father (reflecting God\u2019s fatherly love), healer and teacher to the penitent. On the common question about role of priest in the confessional as medium (i.e. can penitent directly confess to God of his\/her sin?), Becchi Fathers theologically enlightened the youth with Christ\u2019s incarnational presence in the world, in and through the Church and therefore, need priestly mediation\/instrumentation for the Sacrament. Salesians also taught the students about personal sin, social sin (injustice, poverty) and structural sin; every personal confession has social \/ community dimensions. Accordingly, there are personal confession, common confession, and combination of personal with common confession. Forum Fathers brought the youth to mind about the \u201cconfessional secret\u201d in order for the youth to feel free and confident to go for confession with any Catholic priest available.\r\n\r\nThe Faith Forum initiated by the Deepagam was evidently a Synodal approach in which Salesians and youth interacted on the same platform. Youth are beset with lack of interest towards spiritual growth and opportunity to be in Divine Presence. Youth has to be convinced that God is loving and forgiving with an attitude of authentic faith; as Forum priest commented, \u201cWe must breathe our\r\nfaith to live life\u201d. In sharing the personal reaction to this Open Talk Forum, a youth said: \u201cI didn\u2019t believe, now I believe\u201d and \u201cI will go for confession, henceforth\u201d.","post_date":"2024-03-01 00:00:00","thumbnail":"http:\/\/www.donboscochennai.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/1.jpg","house_name":", ","commission_name":"","classification_name":", , , "}]