Brother Victor Franco Meets the Young Lasallian Corps in Manado, Indonesia: The brief visit of Brother Victor Franco to Universitas Katolik De La Salle Manado, Indonesia from January 25 to 30 was a great privilege for the university, which is one of the newest Lasallian ministries, and the first in Indonesia. Following a presentation to the students and staff and an inspiring meeting and with the Signum Fidei group, Brother Vic spent an entire day meeting with the Young Lasallian Corps (YLC). The students involved in the YLC sensed the need for some guidance from Brother Vic and were grateful for the time he gave them.

Sixteen students were present at the meeting, including old members and new students. Brother Vic began his session by pointing out one fundamental fact that is often ignored: that we, as humans, are the chosen ones, because of the place we hold in the universe. Brother Vic continued with an inspiring session on the parable of the Prodigal Son, accompanied by a study of the painting by Rembrandt of The Return of the Prodigal Son. There the Young Lasallians learned humanity, compassion, love and forgiveness from different points of view: the father, the elder son and the younger one. They learned that to be caring, loving and forgiving is everything; the very things that are often the most difficult to do. The presence of God was strongly felt by all students during the session.

After a lunch with the Brothers’ Community the meeting resumed with a session including a discussion on Lasallian Youth communities in the region of PARC, as an overview for the YLCers. Despite the difficulties of spreading and living the Lasallian spirit among other Lasallians, the students were encouraged to stick to their dreams for YLC. Then the day's meeting concluded with a prayer service that helped everyone contemplate how our existence in the universe truly resembles the presence of God.
^{(Adapted from an article by Gracia Posumah)}

Malaysia-Singapore: The 15th National Lasallian Leaders Convention was held recently at La Salle Centre, Ipoh, Malaysia. This annual event is a means of maintaining contact with our schools in Malaysia and Singapore, at a time when the number of Brothers has greatly diminished.

Each school is required to select a team of outstanding student leaders, who as part of their preparation, are required to undertake a social analysis project in their area. The week long Convention focuses on team building, on social awareness, on developing a spirit of service, and includes talks, group discussion and workshops. Each day commences and ends with personal reflection.

The main focus is on the person and life of St La Salle. Young people of all faiths [Christian, Hindu, Muslim & Buddhist] identify easily with La Salle and draw inspiration from the example of his life; he becomes a common unifying factor.

The convention leads to other regional conventions which provide the participants with an opportunity to share their convention experience with others in their locality. Back in their respective schools each team has a plan to share the Lasallian message with their fellow students. Our Centre maintains contact with the school administration to ensure these are officially recognised and supported.
^{(Br. Vincent Corkery)}

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