D.Fabio was elected on Tuesday, March 25, within the framework of GC 29.

The Rector Major is the Supreme Moderator of our Association and Father of the entire Salesian Family, as indicated in our PVA:

Art. 24. The Ministry of the Rector Major
§1. The Rector Major of the Society of St. Francis de Sales is the successor of Don Bosco. By the explicit will of the Founder, he is the Superior of the Association and fulfills the function of Supreme Moderator. He guarantees fidelity to the Founder’s Project and promotes its growth.

Antonio Boccia, World Coordinator, joined in the congratulations from across the Salesian world:

“The Salesian Cooperators of the entire world joyfully welcome the election of Fr. Fabio Attard as the 11th Rector Major of the Salesian Congregation. We assure Fr. Fabio of our constant prayerful support, so that his ministry may bring renewal to the entire Salesian Family. I add my personal appreciation and thanks to all the capitulars who showed themselves docile to the action of the Spirit.” (ANS)