Events
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“Holy Audacity: Leadership and Enduring Lasallian Charism” – Regional Webinar
Presented by Brother George Van Grieken, FSC, Ph.D. Monday, May 4, 2026 • 6 p.m. ET / 3 p.m. PT How does a spiritual charism endure through revolution, global expansion […]
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Solemnity of Saint John Baptist de La Salle
Each year, Lasallians honor Saint John Baptist de La Salle, founder of the Institute of the Brothers of the Christian Schools and patron saint of teachers, on May 15, known as the Solemnity of Saint John Baptist de La Salle or Founder’s Day. It’s a day to reflect on the rich history of the Lasallian […]
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Brother Raphaël Louis Rafiringa, FSC
Br. Raphaël Louis Rafiringa was born in Tananarive (Madagascar) on May 1, 1856. His indefatigable missionary effort suffered as a result of two wars, one in 1883 and the other in 1895. All the missionaries having been chased from the island, Brother Raphaël confronted this difficult situation with a superhuman courage that was crowned with […]
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Buttimer Institute 2026
Manhattan University 4513 Manhattan College Parkway, Riverdale, NY, United StatesJune 28 – July 11 Manhattan University, Riverdale, NY The Buttimer Institute of Lasallian Studies is a three-year program designed to inspire Lasallian educators, Brothers and Partners to delve more thoroughly into the Lasallian founding story through scholarly study, to awaken the basis of their vocation as educators and nurture their personal, professional and spiritual […]
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Johnston Institute’s Summer Kickoff, Regional Gathering
Lewis University 1 University Parkway, Romeoville, IL, United StatesThe new sixth cohort of the Johnston Institute will gather as a Region at Lewis University in Romeoville, Illinois, from July 13-16, 2026. This will be the first of six in-person gatherings across the two-year program. The theme of this first session will be the Lasallian founding story and vision. See the full cohort VI […]
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Lasallian Social Justice Institute 2026
“Child Poverty and the Work of Hope” July 20-24, 2026 • Syracuse, NY The Lasallian Social Justice Institute (LSJI) will take place in Syracuse, New York, where participants will explore the realities surrounding child poverty. Through partnerships with local community organizations, participants will gain a deeper understanding of the lived realities of children and families […]
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Saint Benildus Romançon, FSC
Pierre Romançon was born June 14, 1805, in Thuret, France. He was so far ahead of his classmates that when he was only 14 years old the Brothers engaged him as a substitute teacher. From 1821 to 1841 he taught in elementary schools before being appointed as director of a new school in southern France […]
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Vocation and Belonging: Insights for Educators – Regional Webinar
Date: Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. ET/10:00 a.m. PT Speakers: Dr. Jaclyn Doherty and Dr. Nabil Tueme of Springtide Research Institute Drawing on national survey and interview findings from Springtide Research Institute, this session examines how teachers and mentors shape young people’s sense of vocation and belonging. Participants will explore how educators help […]
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Saint Solomon Le Clercq, FSC
Saint Solomon was secretary to Brother Agathon, the Superior General, after having been a teacher, director and bursar. He was martyred on Sept. 2, 1792, during the French Revolution. He was the first Brother of the Christian Schools to be martyred, and the first to be beatified. He was canonized in a ceremony in Saint […]
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Blessed Martyrs of Rochefort
Blessed Brothers Roger, Léon and Uldaric were martyred in 1794 during the French Revolution. They were beatified on Oct. 1, 1995, as part of a group of 64 martyrs who died for their faith. More from the Institute
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The Two-Minute Formula: High-Volume Content That Drives Storytelling – Regional Webinar
Date: Tuesday, Sept. 8 at 6:00 p.m. ET/3:00 p.m. PT Speaker: Danielle Hladky, director of communications marketing, Calvert Hall College High School, Baltimore, Maryland Discover how Calvert Hall College High School transformed the art of storytelling into a marathon broadcast featuring rapid-fire, two-minute interviews that showcase the real people behind the mission. From nationally ranked gymnasts to aspiring engineers, student body presidents to […]