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ADMAonLine | Monthly Message: december 24th, 2009
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MARY PREPARES PURE
AND WELCOMING HEARTS
FOR JESUS AT CHRISTMAS
TIME
Our
Lady prepares us to experience the mystery of Christmas with
the Church.
Christmas is
an event filled with graces, which began in the past, repeats
itself in history and which we relive in our hearts, because
Jesus is our joy, our salvation, the aim of our life, the One
who forgives us: Jesus is our love!Many people go through Christmas
in a joyfully carefree way. We want to experience it with through
joy which makes us feel the presence of God and of His love.
Christmas is the feast of the family which gathers in prayer
around the Nativity, and teaches the children through this wonderful
tradition about the Gospel of Christmas and increases in love.
It is wonderful to pray in front of the Nativity and therefore
prepare ourselves for the main event in the history of Christianity:
the incarnation of God who comes to us as a child. It is the
feast of the family, since the Christmas icon is that of the
Holy Family: Mary, Joseph and at the centre, Jesus. Let's pray
in front of the Nativity and foster the Christmas atmosphere,
which is made of peace, serenity, sincerity, reciprocal welcome,
smiles and forgiveness. Let's foster the atmosphere which characterises
the Holy Family in our own families!
The Virgin Mary will lay Baby Jesus not in the manger but in
our hearts, the real cradle for little Jesus. Christmas should
be celebrated first of all in our hearts, which must be purified
from sin through the sacrament of reconciliation, so that God
may dwell in it. Mary makes our hearts pure and welcoming towards
God and towards our neighbour, by donating the love of God which
we have received and letting the light of grace shine through
us. Unfortunately many people, even baptised ones, do not celebrate
Christmas, because they feel they are far away from the Love
of God. Mary prepares and shapes us so that our hearts may be
pure and welcoming, so that we may transmit joy and love to the
people we meet every day, starting from our family members. We
thereby become Mary's outstretched hands, her hands filled with
love towards our neighbour and all those who are lost in the
swamps of evil, among fake lights and deceits, among those who
no longer believe in God, in Christ and in salvation, who have
lost faith, hope and love.
This way, with Mary we'll be able to live with a new spirit,
that spirit which allows us to say "it is no longer I who
live but Christ who lives in me." Like Mary and with Mary
we will totally conform to the will of God, in order to make
of our life one good work. We will be "transparent"
and will become the "sign" of this presence of God
among men, and the praise which will be given for what we do
will not be addressed to us but to Christ in us and God, through
us, will be present in the world. And so Mary's path proves to
be effective in arriving to Christ, and above all joyous and
beautiful, full of tender maternity and support for all those
who entrust themselves to her. Holy Christmas!
Fr. Pierluigi Cameroni, Spiritual
Animator
LET
US PRAY TO MARY HELP OF CHRISTIANS
Let's entrust the new year to the maternal
protection of Mary Queen of Peace
Holy Virgin…
We address
you a plea as well as a confident prayer: Protect Peter's successor
And the Church entrusted to Him…
Queen of peace, grant us the gift of harmony
And of peace for all people and for the whole of humanity
Obedient Virgin,
Mother of Christ
Who, with her humble "yes"
At the Angel's annunciation,
Have become Mother of the Omnipotent,
Help all your children
To go along with
Our Heavenly Father's design
For each of us
And to cooperate in the universal project of redemption,
Which Christ fulfilled by dying on the cross
Virgin of Nazareth,
Queen of the Family,
make our Christian families
forges of evangelical life,
bless them with the gift of many vocation
to the priestly life and to the consecrated life.
Keep the unity of our families firm,
Which is today threatened from all sides,
And make them centres of harmony and serenity,
Where patient dialogue
May do away with problems and clashes.
Protect above all those at a crossroad,
Mother of forgiveness and reconciliation.
Immaculate
Virgin, Mother of the Church
Increase the enthusiasm
Of all members of our diocese:
Of the parishes and ecclesiastical groups,
Of the associations
And of the new forms of evangelisation
Inspired by God with his Holy Spirit.
Help the workers which the Lord calls to his vineyard
To have a strong will
to generously persevere
In their path by resisting temptations and flattery
And through your maternal support,
may become witnesses of Christ
attracted by the splendour of His Love,
source of Joy
Clement Virgin,
Mother of humanity
Turn your eyes to the men and women
Of our time,
On the people and their rulers,
On nations and continents,
Console those who cry, those who suffer,
Those who hurt because of human injustice,
Support those who waver under their daily grind
And look at the future with no hope.
Encourage those who work
To build a better world,
Where justice may triumph
and brotherhood may reign,
where selfishness, violence and hatred
will end,
and any form of violence may be defeated
by the pacifying force of Christ!
Listening Virgin,
Star of hope
Mother of Mercy,
Source through which Jesus came in the world,
Our life and our joy,
We thank You and we renew
The offer of our life to You,
Certain that you will never abandon us,
Especially through the darkest times,
Always accompany us:
Now and at the moment of our death.
Amen!
(Benedict
XVI - Viterbo, 6th September 2009)
INTENTIONS
FOR THE APOSTOLATE OF PRAYER - JANUARYY 2010
General intention:
"So that young people may know how to use modern means of
social communication for their personal growth and to better
prepare themselves to serve society"
Missionary intention: "So that every believer in Christ
may become aware that the unity among Christians i san essential
condition to make the proclamation of the Gospel more effective.
".
Bishops' intention: "So that in Christian communities and
among the individual believers the desire to put together resources
and commitment to cooperate in the new evangelisation of Italy
and of Europe may grow.".
We warmly
invite all the groups of Spanish language, particularly those
of America, to make known and spread the Review of Mary Help
of Christians in the Spanish Edition.
Revista
del Santuario Basílica María Ausiliatrice, Torino-Valdocco,
Italia
Edición
Hispana
- P.O. Box Internacional No.025577, PBMo36482
Miami, FL. 33102-5577 - Tel.: (809) 530-5377 o (809) 229-2935
Web
Site:
www.maria-auxiliadora.org - Email: revista@maria-auxiliadora.org
Josephine Modesto Directora
Edición Hispana - Email: josephine@maria-auxiliadora.org
SPARKS
OF LIGHT
An exemplary
program from an aspiring ADMA!
I believe it
is truly touching to report this writing by one of our aspiring
members, who shares with u show she is going through the path
of preparation to the promise.
Starting from
the beginning of this year, I intend to live with awareness and
joy the path in ADMA as an aspiring member.
Concretely:
* I receive the Eucharist
daily in my community and in the Salesian parish.
* I say the Rosary every
day
* I say a marian novena
every 24 of the month
* I am meditating and
imitating Mary's characteristics as they are presented in the
ADMA promise
* I take part in the
various events and meetings of the Salesian Family..
* Together with my spiritual
advisor, every month we read the monthly message of the ADMA
online.
I found the article "Mary, the woman of perseverance"
on the last issue very touching.
* We often talk about
the life and spirituality of Fr Rua, as my spiritual advisor
is currently writing a
biography about him.
* I
read Don Bosco's biographies by Card. Salotti, Pietro Stella,
Pietro Braido and others.
* I read the comment
on the book published at Christmas by the Rector Fr Pascual Chávez.
* I regularly follow
the news on the Salesian website
(Martina)
FAMILY
CHRONICLE
ADMA NORTH
EAST OF BRAZIL
As is tradition, at the same time Romaria of the Salesian Family,
on the 17th of October the second annual meeting for the ADMA
took place in the North East of Brasil, at the basilica of Mary
help of Christians in Jaboatão.
The groups from Aracaju, Recife-Sagrado Coração,
Recife- Bongi, Jaboatão-Colônia, Jaboatão-cidade,
Paudalho-Guadalajara and Petrolina were all represented, and
the two novices Thiago and Bruno as well as the post novice Rafael
were all present. All are working for the local ADMA. During
the morning the topic of "Mary Mother and Teacher of the
Salesian Family" was discussed through the biblical icon
of " Mary on her way to the temple in Jerusalem.""
(Lc. 2,41-52). Several interesting comments regarding the children's
education followed. The afternoon was devote to sharing two aspects
of the association: the home to home visit of Mary Help of Christian's
image as well as the formation of the youth groups within ADMA.
In this respect, it should be noted that the group from Jaboatão-Oratório
elaborated an annual program and every 24th of the month has
a moment devoted to the sharing of experiences. The inhabitants
of Aracaju go on a pilgrimage on the month of May, while Guadalajara
brings Mary help of Christians' chapel to the different communities.
ADMA Youth groups are present in Carpina, Petrolina and (in great
numbers) in Guadalajara. A truly useful and enriching meeting
for all! At the end of the meeting in the Basilica of Mary Help
of Christians of Jaboatão , the presentation of the diplomas
of membership to the Primary ADMA took place in Turin, as well
as 5 new Promises to ADMA in Fortaleza-Dom Lustosa, with the
presence of Fr Francisco Demontier de Araújo Távora,
headmaster of the Colégio Dom Lustosa, a great helper
of the Association(Mons. Edvaldo do Amaral, spiritual promoter).
ADMA CARPINA
PE (BRASIL) - FR RINALDI'S SCHOOL
For the past two years we have been accompanying this group with
special care and attention. Today we thank God for the foundation
of the Association of Mary Help of Christians in Don Rinaldi's
school. The group works in the oratory during public holidays
and together with the group Saint Terezinha, aims to support
and promote vocations. On the 24th of November a great feast
took place to celebrate the feast of Mary Help of Christians,
commemorating the 51 years since the arrival of the image of
the Virgin from Italy, which is today located in the school's
yard. New members of the youth groups were also welcomed on this
occasion. The local Council which was set up on the 24th of May
is composed as follows: President: Ana Jaqueline da Silva Bastos;
Vice-President: Luciene Pereira Cordeiro; Secretary: Maria Tereza
de Jesus da Costa Treasurer: Flavia da Fonseca. The adult group
includes 18 members, while the youth group includes 14 young
people. (Seminarian Alexandre José da Silva, sdb).
MURSKA SOBOTA
(SLOVENIA) -
As is tradition, on Sunday 23d of
October, the ADMA's "castagnata" (eating of chestnuts)
took place in the ADMA of Murska Sobota, together with the communitiy
of FMAs and with Sr. Bernarda Geric. On this occasion the aim
was to celebrate the restoration of Don Bosco's bust, which is
located in the FMAs yard and which used to belong to the Salesian
community of Martinišce, which was closed down after the
first world war. It was also gave us the chance to welcome the
new FMAs, among whom the new headmistress Sr. Simona Komar, who,
in her opening speech invited all to always follow Don Bosco's
footsteps by cultivating a welcoming look, an encouraging smile,
and praying hands. A place of honour was reserved to the little
chapel of Mary Help of Christians, which visits families bringing
God's blessing.
PHILIPPINES-
27TH MEETING OF THE ASSOICIATION OF MARY HELP OF CHRISTIANS
The Association of Mary Help of Christians (AMHC or ADMA Phils.)
celebrated its 27th National meeting on the 24th of October 2009
at the Basilica of Mary Help of Christians in Better Living,
Paranaque City. This year's topic was based on the book published
for Christmas by the Rector for 2009:
"We commit ourselves to turn the Salesian Family into a
vast movement of people for the salvation of the youth."
The presidents and representatives of the various groups arrived
carrying their banners. All the local Councils were well represented:
groups coming from Cebu, Marinduque, Pangasinan, Pampanga, Manila…
An opening prayer guided by the Council of the Holy Family followed.
The spiritual promoter of the FMAs, Sr. Asela Chavez, presented
the book published for Christmas 2009 by the Rector and its importance
for the path of every ADMA member. After the break the spiritual
promoter SDB P. Nestor Impelido, introduced the theme "Mary
in the Salesian spirituality" to the assembly, taking the
Charter of communion and mission of the Salesian Family as a
starting point. The Mass followed and was celebrated by
Fr Andy Wong, SDB with Fr Nesty Impelido, SDB (Promoter-FIN)
and P Godofredo Atienza, SDB (Promoter-FIS). The members of the
new National Council renewed their promise after communion. After
lunch the participants had an in depth look at the suggestions
received by the local Council. The meeting ended with the presentation
of the diplomas of membership and the blessing of Mary Help of
Christians.
The new National Council for the years 2009-2013 is composed
as follows:
President: Maria Junifer L. Maliglig (Auxilium); Vice President:
Rheena May R. Lim (Immaculate Conception; Secretary: Felicitas
E. Sugue (San Ildefonso Parish) ; Treasurer: Nona R. Santos (Auxilium);
Counsellors: Formation (aspiring members) : Jazel M. Bobis (Sts.
Peter & Paul) Formation (Juniors) : Andei Tica (St. Mary
Mazarello) Formation(Seniors) : Chit G. delos Reyes (St. Jude
Thaddeus); Activities: Leonora S. Austria (San Isidro Labrador)
Social Communication: Edward S. Valeza (St. John the Baptist);
FMA Promoter: Sr. Asela B. Chavez; Promoter SDB: Fr. Nestor C.
Impelido.
ALCAMO (TP)
- 40TH ANNIVERSARY SINCE THE FUNDATION OF THE ADMA:
For the opening of the social year 2009/2010, on the 26th of
October the Association organised a pilgrimage towards "Mary
Help of Christians' area". During this occasion all participants
recited the Rosary and sang songs to Mary. The conclusion was
marked by Mary help of Christians' blessing, given by Fr Salvo
Carmelo sdb, and with the presentation of flowers to the statue
of our Lady. On the 40th anniversary of the presence of the ADMA
in the city of Alcamo, on the 17th and 18th of Novembers all
members of the Association recited the Holy Rosary, with meditations
written by the parish priest Fr Gianni Giummara. On the 19th
of November the Eucharistic celebration took place and was presided
by Fr Edoardo Cutuli and with the participation of Sr Carmelina
Cappello (Promoter for ADMA in Sicily). On such occasion the
Association's members renewed their promise of membership and
Fr Cameroni imparted Mary Help of Christians' blessing. Each
member then received the membership card to the association.
To mark such occasion the Regional Committee donated a plaque
to the ADMA Association of Alcamo, in memory of this day.
LUBIANA - SLOVENIA
On Sunday the 29th of November, the Inspector dr. Aloysius Slavko
Snoj invited Fr Pier Luigi Cameroni to meet the representatives
of the Salesian Family and of the 5 ADMA groups present in Slovenia.
It was a meeting characterised by great brotherhood, getting
to know each other and sharing one's experiences as a member
of the Association. A special thank you goes to Fr Tone Ciglar
SDB and to Sr Geric Bernarda FMA, for their great commitment
in re-launching the ADMA in Slovenia after so many years of communist
regime. In the afternoon Fr Pier Luigi took place in the solemn
Eucharistic celebration in the Basilica of Mary Help of Christians
of Rakovnik and greeted all participants, the youth in particular.
As a matter of fact, 220 young singers coming from all over Slovenia
were present as part of the choir. They were accompanied by Mark
Ušenicnik, and sang the "Missa Orbis Unus", written
for the occasion by Miran Juvan.
GELA (CL) -
ENTRUSTING CHILDREN AND FAMILIS TO OUR LADY
On the 3d of December 2009, all ADMA members from the parish
of S Domenico Savio in Gela were delighted, as the celebration
of the act of entrusting families and children to Mary took place.
This was the second meeting: each year the number of couples
taking part keeps growing. Thirty children were presented this
year. Mary's presence could be distinctly felt, and it couldn't
have been otherwise, as our prayers and song were like an invisible
thread which joined us together for the whole day. At form 4.30
pm we went to church and prayed the Holy Rosary, the Vespers,
the Eucharistic Adoration followed by catechism. At 5.30 pm families
started arriving and taking place in the seats which had been
reserved for them. At 6 pm the Mass began and was celebrated
by the parish priest Fr Don Angelo Grasso.
What can be said of the children? They were marvellous! The older
ones were very attentive while the little ones slept in their
parents arms. It should be noted that families had been invited
to discuss themes concerning Marian spirituality as well as the
importance of a Christian education for children. In the first
part of the meeting I explained the importance of this loving
gesture of entrusting one's children to Mary, and how important
it is to pray the Holy Virgin in order to get to Jesus. I reminded
all participants of next year's meeting, inviting them to keep
brining their children until the age of 18. The ADMA from Gela
aims to be close to families with the loving care of Mary. Fr
Angelo blessed the children, parents and the whole assembly.
A special prayer was then addressed to Mary, to ask her to follow
the children as they grow, keeping their hearts pure and simple,
open to forgiveness and to the love for Jesus and Mary. AS a
conclusion, I express my best wishes from our world and national
Promoter of Spiritual activities Fr pier Luigi Cameroni, of a
happy feast of the Immaculate Conception!
(Luigina Ciaramella ADMA's regional president in Sicliy)
CALENDAR
FOR SPIRITUAL PROMOTERS 2010
1-6th January
Pilgrimage for ADMA families
21-24th January Rome: day of spirituality of the Salesian Family
26th February -5th March Sicily: religious exercises SD
6-7th March Turin: retreat for Salesian Cooperators
17-18th March Poland: Congress' preparation
19-21st March Turin: religious exercises Primary ADMA
15-16th March England. London ADMA
22-24th May Turin: Feast of Mary help of Christians
28-30th May Rome: World Council for the Salesian family
26 - 27th June Spain - Madrid: National ADMA Coordination
18-24th July Loreto: Religious exercises for Salesians ILE
24-31st July Week for the ADMA youth
1-14th August religious exercises fro ADMA families and youth
18-22d August Portugal: ADMA pilgrimage to Fatima and Balasar
30th August- 6th September Central America and Venezuela: Inspectorial
ADMA Councils
11-19th September: week for the missions for the ADMA youth
19-25th October ADMA Congress East Asia
(Every 24th of the month Torino-Valdocco)
English - ADMA: Plans and
commitments for 2010
www.donbosco-torino.it/eng/adma/Archives
Français - ADMA: Orientations
et engagements pour 2010
www.donbosco-torino.it/fra/adma/Archives
Português - ADMA: Orientações
e compromissos para 2010
www.donbosco-torino.it/port/adma/Arqivo
Español - ADMA:Orientaciones
y compromisos para el 2010
www.donbosco-torino.it/spa/adma/Archivo
Italiano - ADMA: Orientamenti
e impegni per il 2010
www.donbosco-torino.it/ita/adma/Archivio
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Tel.: 0039-011-5224216 / Fax.: 0039-011-52224213
|E-mail: adma.torino@tiscali.it
THE President OF ADMA:
Signora
CHIOSSO GIUSEPPINA (incarico fino a 2010) |E-mail:
giusy.chiosso@yahoo.it
Spiritual Animator of ADMA:
Don
Pier Luigi CAMERONI / Istituto Salesiano | Via S. G. Bosco 1
- 25075 NAVE - BS
TEL. 030-2530262 - FAX 030-2533190 /
CELL. 3401452349 | E-mail: pcameroni@salesiani.it
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