Salesian Family Meet – INK Province

2 August 2026

Salesian Family Meet – INK Province, India.

“Walking Together as the Salesian Family”

Sacred Heart Convent, Provincial House, Bangalore | 28 July – 1 August

The Salesian Family Meet of the INK Province was held at Sacred Heart Convent, Provincial House, Bangalore, from 28 July to 1 August, with the inspiring theme “Walking Together as the Salesian Family.” The gathering was a grace-filled experience of animation, learning, reflection, sharing, communion and renewed commitment to the Salesian charism and mission.

The Meet began on 28 July with a warm and joyful welcome extended to the delegates. The traditional welcome in the style of the southern part of India, accompanied by lively singing by the Sisters and Novices, created an atmosphere of joy, fraternity and celebration.

The formal meeting commenced on 29 July with greetings, prayer and the presentation of the participants. The three days of animation were guided by Sr. Leslie Sandigo, General Councillor for the Salesian Family; Sr. Lucrecia Uribe, Delegate for the Association of Salesian Cooperators and ADMA; and Sr. Sangitha Rani, Delegate for the Past Pupils of the FMA.

The days were filled with learning, reflection, sharing and awakening to the richness of the Salesian Family. The sessions helped the participants deepen their understanding of the Salesian charism, the different branches of the Salesian Family and the importance of communion, collaboration and shared responsibility in carrying forward the mission of Don Bosco and Mother Mazzarello.

Online Meet with the Past Pupils

On 31 July, a special online meet was organised for the Past Pupils of the entire INK Province. Delegates from the three communities of Karnataka – Auxilium Welfare Centre, Guduvanahalli and Bannerghatta – participated in person.

The gathering included a short animation by Sr. Sangitha Rani, Delegate for the Past Pupils of the FMA, followed by sharing by the delegates. The interaction provided a joyful opportunity to strengthen communion and renew the Past Pupils’ sense of belonging to the wider Salesian Family.

Animation for Novices, Postulants and Junior Sisters

The animation continued on 1 August with a special programme for the Novices, Postulants and Junior Sisters of the Provincial House. The young Sisters were animated on the Salesian Charism by the three delegates.

Sr. Leslie Sandigo spoke about the relationship between the Salesian Sisters and the Laity, highlighting the importance of collaboration and shared responsibility in the Salesian mission. Sr. Lucrecia Uribe animated the participants on the Salesian Charism, helping them to deepen their appreciation of the spirit and values handed down by Don Bosco and Mother Mazzarello. Sr. Sangitha Rani introduced the different branches of the Salesian Family, enabling the young Sisters to discover the richness and diversity of the Salesian Family.

The participants were divided into three groups and engaged enthusiastically in various creative activities such as games, quiz competitions, puzzles and dances. Each group also presented creatively the values and insights they had received from the sessions. The activities created an atmosphere of joy, creativity, fraternity and active participation.

A message from the Mother General was shown to the participants, adding a special touch to the programme. At the conclusion, the young Sisters and Postulants expressed their gratitude through heartfelt words and songs. Sr. Leslie Sandigo offered a concluding thought, encouraging them to continue growing in their love for the Salesian Charism and to live their vocation with joy and renewed enthusiasm.

Thanksgiving Eucharist

On the same day, 1 August, the community of Sacred Heart Convent, Provincial House, offered the Holy Mass in thanksgiving to God for the presence and ministry of Sr. Leslie Sandigo, Sr. Lucrecia Uribe and Sr. Sangitha Rani. The Eucharist was offered for their intentions, for their safe stay in India and for the fruitful animation they had carried out in the various Provinces of India.

A brief introduction was given at the beginning of the celebration, expressing the community’s gratitude for the gift of their presence, guidance and animation. The Eucharistic celebration became a prayer of thanksgiving for the blessings received through their ministry and for the communion they had fostered among the members of the Salesian Family.

A Grateful Farewell

As the three Sisters were to leave the following day for the Province of Kolkata, the community gathered in the evening to express its gratitude and affection to them. It was a joyful and memorable farewell filled with music, dance and expressions of love.

The young Sisters and Postulants presented beautiful dances and songs, creating a warm and festive atmosphere. As a token of love and appreciation, Rev. Mother Provincial, Sr. Lucy Rose Ozhukayil, presented small gifts to the three Sisters.

A heartfelt goodnight message was given by Sr. Leslie Sandigo, who expressed her gratitude on behalf of herself and the two Sisters for the love, care, warmth and hospitality they had received during their stay. Her words reflected the joy of having shared these days together as one Salesian Family.

The entire experience from 28 July to 1 August was truly a beautiful journey of communion, learning, awakening, gratitude and celebration of the Salesian Family. The Meet strengthened the bonds among the various members of the Salesian Family and renewed the desire to “walk together” in the spirit of Don Bosco and Mother Mazzarello, serving the young with joy, love and commitment.