By JC Montenegro, PhD More than 150 youth gathered at the Salesian Family Youth Center to celebrate soccer, leadership, and the beginning of a summer of service. A dynamic and engaging sharing as Karla motivates a large group of young people in a vibrant community gathering. On Friday night, the gym at the Salesian Family Youth Center transformed into more than a viewing space for the USA vs. Paraguay international soccer match — it became a gathering place where two summer c
Salesian Family Youth Center – Second Annual Youth Conference Report On June 6, 2026, the Salesian Family Youth Center hosted its second Youth Conference, gathering more than 100 teenagers for a full day of reflection, dialogue, and shared learning. The focus of the day was centered on four major areas that young people identified as deeply connected to their daily lives and future: Human Mobility, Youth Employability, Childhood Vulnerability, and Youth Violence & Substance U
A retreat in the mountains of California became a powerful moment of friendship, reflection, and unity among young Salesian leaders preparing for summer camp ministry. Head Counselors from Camp Savio and Camp Salesian gather for a group photo, showcasing teamwork and camaraderie. For the first time ever, the Head Counselors from Camp Salesian and Camp Savio came together to reflect, pray, and prepare for the summer programs that will begin in just a few weeks. What made this
OUR MISSION, since 1966, is to inspire and enable the young people of Boyle Heights and the surrounding communities to realize their full potential as productive, responsible and caring citizens and to support their families in this effort.
