Continuing the tradition of the annual Lasallian Reflection by the Superior General and his Council, this year’s theme “All is Connected” focuses on more deeply understanding the call to integral ecological conversion and universal fraternity.
We see this as further inviting the Lasallian Family to reflect on how we are responding to the commitments made by the 46th General Chapter, especially through the invitations made by the Leavening Movement and building upon the Year of Lasallian Spirituality.
As you read the reflection, we wish to point out a unique element where beyond the traditional inspirational text you are invited to pause and enter into conversation with two Lasallians as they discuss more concretely certain concepts and specific implications.
In an age of AI, social media clips (i.e. TikTok, Reels, etc)., and the often-rapid pace of social interactions, we hope this allows you to slow down and through your own thoughts and questioning making your own observations as part of the dialogue.
Because dialogue, as Pope Leo XIV has emphasized in the early days of his pontificate, is a pathway to bridge-building; to recognize that “Christ goes before us, and the world needs his light. Humanity needs him like a bridge to reach God and his love… to [help us] build bridges with dialogue and encounter so we can all be one people always in peace”,1 always connected.
Brother Chris Patiño FSC, General Councilor
Brother Joël Palud FSC, General Councilor
(Authors of Lasallian Reflection 11)
[1] Leo XIV. First greeting and blessing “Urbi et Orbi”, May 8, 2025.