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Brother George Van Grieken Authors Book on History of Lasallian Charism and Mission
Brother George Van Grieken, FSC, Ph.D., has written a new book, titled “Holy Audacity: A Short History of the Lasallian Charism and Mission.” The text offers a concise and accessible history of the Lasallian educational movement.
Read MoreSix-Week Lenten Devotional for Educators Available Digitally
"A Lenten Journey for Educators With Saint John Baptist de La Salle" is now available online. Each week offers a Gospel-centered theme paired with insights from De La Salle, a classroom story and simple prayer practices.
Read MoreNew Lasallian Pedagogy Fellows Program to Begin September 2026
Christian Brothers Conference will launch a Lasallian Pedagogy Fellows program this fall. This program will invite participants to deepen their knowledge of Lasallian pedagogy through in-person and virtual sessions over 18 months.
Read MoreRegistration for Regional Summer Programs Opens in February
Registration opens in mid-February for Christian Brothers Conference's summer formation programs, including Buttimer, Johnston and LSJI.
Read MoreBrother Charles Burke, RIP
Brother Jeremiah Charles ‘Charlie’ Burke, FSC, of the Midwest District died on Dec. 13, 2025, in Winona, Minnesota.
Read MoreDistrict of Francophone Canada Joins District of Eastern North America as Quebec Sector
On Jan. 6, the District of Francophone Canada officially became the Quebec Sector of the District of Eastern North America. A DENA announcement called the integration “a widening of horizons.”
Read MoreChristian Brothers University Names New President
Ronald L. Brandon has been appointed as the next president of Christian Brothers University in Memphis, Tennessee, effective June 1, 2026.
Read MoreBrother Stephen Olert, RIP
Brother Stephen Olert, FSC, of the District of Eastern North America died on Dec. 26 in Bronxville, New York.
Read MoreBiographical Documentary on Founder to Release January 2026
A new documentary on De La Salle will be available for screenings globally in late January 2026. Districts, ministries and communities are encouraged to plan local viewings of the film Jan. 26-30.
Read MoreNew MEL Bulletin on the Pedagogical Spirituality of De La Salle
The Institute of the Brothers of the Christian Schools has released a new MEL Bulletin 65 titled “The Pedagogical Spirituality of John Baptist de La Salle and the Early Brothers.”
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