The Church in Malta is pleased to welcome Fr Fabio Attard SDB, Rector Major of the Salesians of Don Bosco, on his first official visit to Malta, taking place between 2 and 5 October 2025. This visit will continue to enkindle in the Church, especially in young people, a spirit of faith, celebration and renewal.
Fr Fabio Attard was elected Rector Major last March as the 11th successor of Don Bosco and the worldwide leader of the Salesians who are present in 136 countries today. His visit to Malta is both a homecoming and a powerful sign of unity between the Salesian mission in our country and in the rest of the world.
During his four-day visit, Fr Attard will celebrate the Eucharist in the local Church, meet with ecclesiastical and civil authorities, visit Salesian communities in Malta and Gozo, spend time with young people engaged in Salesian pastoral and educational projects, and inaugurate the new academic year at MCAST.
Regarding this occasion, the Provincial of the Salesians in Malta, Fr Eric Cachia, said: “With great joy, we welcome Fr Fabio back among us. His presence is a moment of celebration for the Salesian family and an act of thanksgiving to the Lord as it reminds us of the deep roots of Don Bosco’s charism in our country. At the same time, it invites us to look ahead with renewed energy in our service to young people and families.”
The Salesians have been present in Malta for over 120 years. Throughout this time, they have worked in the fields of education, pastoral care and the formation of young people, inspired by Don Bosco’s vision of faith, reason and loving-kindness.