Originally published in The Gateway Issue No. 28 (April 2012)

Of all the Brothers of the Month covered in “The Gateway”, none has had a shorter term of service in Hong Kong than Brother Peter Damian Whealan, barely nine months in fact. Yet, over seventy years later, we find that he has left us an admirable and unforgettable example and memory.

Originally published in The Gateway Issue No. 27 (February 2012)

Brother Hugh was Irish, and was born on the 4th April 1912 near the pleasant town of Clonmel, Co. Tipperary. The town of Clonmel is situated in a valley, on the banks of the River Suir, surrounded by mountains and hills. It was built up in medieval times as a walled town and many remnants of the past can still be found there. 

The LEAD Leadership Team visited the Sector of Thailand last 9-11 September 2025. During the visit, they were able to meet with the Brothers of Thailand, teachers from the four Lasallian schools in the Sector, and student leaders from La Salle College Bangkok.

Thailand is the fourth Sector that Brother Visitor and his Auxiliaries have visited this year. The other three were Myanmar in June, and the Philippines and Singapore in August. The visits focused on identifying present priorities and where the energy of Lasallians in the Sector can be best directed.

Held at the Hee Lai Ton Restaurant in Section 13 in Petaling Jaya, was attended by ex-students, teachers and special guests include Brother Bush representing La Sale Provincialate, Mr Michael Simon, President of The Malaysian Federation of Lasallian Alumni Association (MFOLSA). Among the guests we also had the privilege of having Tan Sri Dr Mani Jegathesan is often referred to as the Flying Doctor of Malaysia and an icon in the 1960s which was regarded the golden era of Malaysia athletics.

Last 6 and 7 September 2025, Br. JJ Jimenez FSC (LEAD Visitor) visited Universitas Katolik De La Salle Manado (UKDLSM), Indonesia. This coincided with the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding between LEAD and the Diocese of Manado, formalizing the support for UKDLSM as a Lasallian institution in East Asia. Br. JJ also took the time during the visit to meet with members of the Signum Fidei in Manado, leading them in a reflection on the Our Lady of the Star.

Joining the Jubilee of Youth in Rome was one of those once-in-a-lifetime moments that still amazes me. When I reflect on it now, Pope Francis’ message for the Jubilee Year of 2025, “Spes non confundit” (“Hope does not disappoint”), really resonates with me. It makes me remember what Pope Leo said about hope being the desire and expectation of good things to come, and how much the people around us shape who we are. That idea stuck with me because hope, especially when mixed with faith, has been what keeps me steady through everything.

Originally published in The Gateway Issue No. 36 (January 2012)

Originally published in The Gateway Issue No. 34 (October 2011)

Brother Wilfrid was born at St. Andre-de-Maurienne, Savoy, France, on the 28th January 1886. He entered the Juniorate at Annecy in 1899. In 1902 he entered the Novitiate at La Villette and it was there he took the Habit of the De La Salle Brothers.

Originally published in the De La Salle Brothers of Malaysia Facebook page.

On August 29, 2025, at SMK St. Joseph, Brothers Ivan and Mico were warmly welcomed by the Young Christian Students (YCS) for Discovering Our Lasallian Journey: Faith, Service, and Community. The session brought alive the story of St. John Baptist de La Salle, invited the students into the Lasallian Prayers with energy and action, and encouraged reflection on how these values continue to shape faith and service today. The atmosphere was lively, prayerful, and filled with genuine openness.

Originally published in the De La Salle Santiago Zobel School Facebook Page

Last 29 August 2025, the DLSZ community gathered in prayer and fellowship to honor the life and legacy of Br. Martin Sellner FSC through the dedication of his memorial at the Brothers’ Park in the Alabang Campus.

This day holds even greater significance, as it also marks what would have been Br. Martin’s 88th birthday — a fitting occasion to remember and celebrate a life that touched countless hearts.