The celebration was mainly organized by the Vice-Provincial, Fr. Mitsugi Matsuo, but the representatives from the different groups were very active to lend a hand. The program was hosted by a young Salesian Sister and a young Caritas Sister. The "Puppo Quiz" was organized by the Cooperators. And a one-act play on Dominic Savio (complete with video accounts) was presented by the senior aspirants and young confreres.
During his speech, Fr. Puppo called on all the members of the Salesian Family to be FAMILY working with zeal and connected in heart. This call coincides with the present thrust of the Salesian Province in a reflection for renewal as they prepare for their coming Provincial Chapter. (It would also be good to note that the Miyazaki Caritas Sisters just finished their own FIRST Provincial Chapter since they became a Province six years ago.)
Here is one piece of proof that the Salesian Family in Japan is alive, deep and sincere in continuing the spirit and charism of St. John Bosco and in sharing this with the young, often lost in the fast pace of modern technology, comfort and a seemingly meaningless daily life.