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From the De La Salle Brothers of Malaysia Facebook page

From 3-5 June 2026, young Lasallians from five Lasallian mission schools in Malaysia and St. Joseph’s Institution, Singapore gathered in faith, friendship, and community for the opening of the Lasallian Encounter 2026.

Through welcome activities, house challenges, prayer, and shared moments of joy during the first day, the delegates began to discover what it means to walk together as brothers and sisters in Christ.

Day 2 invited our young Lasallians to look more deeply at God, De La Salle, and the peripheries.

Through formation sessions, outdoor activities, and meaningful conversations, delegates reflected on how Christ calls us to notice and respond to those who are often left out, forgotten, or given fewer chances to participate fully in society.

The day was also filled with energy and a sense of brotherhood through Capture the Flag and other House Games. A special moment was hearing the Brothers share their vocation stories, offering our delegates a glimpse into how God continues to call and guide each person in different ways.

We ended the day in prayer with the Lasallian Rosary, using rosaries lovingly made by the residents of Bahay Pag-asa Youth Centre in Dasmariñas, Philippines — a powerful reminder of prayer, solidarity, and our shared Lasallian mission.

Day 3 brought our young Lasallians to the heart of the Encounter: Service, Reflection, and Community.

Our delegates spent the day encountering the Orang Asli community, listening to their stories, learning from their resilience, and reflecting on what it truly means to stand with the last, the lost, and the least.

As John Gabriel from St. Joseph’s Institution, Singapore shared in his reflection: “Encountering the Orang Asli during this retreat has allowed me to understand the value of courage.” He reflected on how, despite stories of hardship and persecution, the community continues to stand strong. His words remind us: “We have a voice to give them a voice, we have hand to give them a hand, and we, for the love of God, have a duty to love them too.”

The day continued with reflection, community bonding, and shared moments of gratitude as our delegates deepened their understanding of service not as charity, but as encounter — a call to listen, to care, and to act with love.

May this experience continue to move our young Lasallians to recognise Christ in others and respond with courage, compassion, and faith.

Lasallian Encounter 2025: Brotherhood on the Move took place  at La Salle Centre, Ipoh last 17-19 October 2025, bringing together 23 Lasallian Catholic-Christian youth from seven La Salle schools across West and East Malaysia.

Participants were warmly welcomed by Mr. Isaac, Director of La Salle Centre, together with Brothers Jeano, Mico, and Zennel, and the rest of the organising team, who will be accompanying them throughout the four-day Encounter.

The first day focused on community-building and introduction activities, allowing participants to connect, collaborate, and form bonds beyond their own schools. Guided by the Circles of Encounter framework, they reflected on what it means to encounter Jesus, De La Salle, the self, and the other.

Participants were then divided into four Houses — Benilde, Jaime, Miguel, and Mutien — each creating its own name, identity, and motto that represent their shared Lasallian spirit.

Lucas, one of the participants, shared that he hopes the Lasallian Encounter will allow him “to deepen my relationship with God, connect with peers from other Lasallian schools, and understand better what it means to be a Lasallian.”

The day concluded with reflections on the Encounter’s three core objectives: Faith, Service, and Community. 

Day 2 focused on deepening participants’ understanding of encounter and mission.

In the morning, Brother Zennel led a session on The Peripheries, based on Lasallian Reflection #10: Our Hearts are in the Peripheries, reflecting on Jesus’ mission to the marginalised and the “new peripheries” young people face today.

In the afternoon, Brother Jeano brought the story of St. John Baptist de La Salle to life through interactive storytelling, helping participants see how the Founder’s example continues to inspire Lasallians to serve those most in need. A carousel conversation with the Brothers followed, allowing participants to speak personally about faith, vocation, and service.

Reflecting on the day’s sessions, Domas, from SMK St. Joseph, Kuching, shared that to be Lasallian is “to be missionary — in the sense that we ought to engage with the marginalised in our communities, showing them love and support, and finding ways to improve their way of life for the better.”

The evening concluded with case study reflections in preparation for the Service Day, followed by the presentation of House Flags, a celebration of unity and shared Lasallian spirit.

One of the most important highlights of Lasallian Encounter 2025: Brotherhood on the Move was the Service Day (Day 3) at Kampung Pawong, an Orang Asli village, where participants were truly on the move — putting their faith into action.

The visit gave participants the chance to listen, learn, and serve alongside the local community, discovering lessons of gratitude, resilience, and faith through shared stories and activities.

Patrick from SMK St. Francis reflected, “In heart, I feel happy to know that they (Orang Asli) are content with the life they live, no matter how little it may seem to us. To wrap it up, this ties back to my faith as I believe that we are all children of God made in his image with just our own unique twist. This has opened my eyes to the fact that God has prepared a plan for everybody.”

As Lasallians, we are invited to reach out to the peripheries and seek God’s presence in them, living out the Lasallian principle of Concern for the Poor and Social Justice. 

From 27 September to 09 October, a group of 26 students and 4 staff from Oakhill College in Sydney brought their Lasallian spirit to the Philippines for their annual Lasallians Without Borders Trip!

Their two-week journey was filled with meaningful encounters and joyful moments, as they immersed themselves in the vibrant communities of Bacolod. They spent most of their time visiting different La Salle schools and ministries, volunteering, and building connections with the residents of Bahay Pag-Asa Youth Center. One of the highlights was working on the newly established plant nursery, made possible through the generous support of the Lasallian Foundation in Australia.

The group also rolled up their sleeves for house building in Gawad Kalinga, a partner community of De La Salle University–Dasmariñas. In between their service activities, they visited De La Salle University and La Salle Green Hills, and took part in enriching cultural experiences—including a tour of Intramuros, a city tour of Bacolod, and the lively Masskara Fun Run, where they proudly wore masks they designed themselves!

We extend our heartfelt thanks to all the Brothers and Partners who warmly welcomed and supported the group throughout their trip.

Originally posted in the DLSU-D Lasallian Mission Office Facebook page

In joyful anticipation of the Investiture of Br. Iñigo Riola FSC as the 10th President of DLSU-D on 07 October 2025, Feast of Our Lady of the Holy Rosary, the University held a special vocation-centered activity with the De La Salle Brothers earlier today.

The Brothers visited classrooms in CEAT, CBAA, and COEd, engaging students in meaningful conversations about faith, vocation, and the Lasallian mission. A highlight of the day was “ConBROsations”, where young Lasallian men listened to the Brothers’ vocation stories and reflected on their own call to faith and service.

Organized by the Vocations Committee of the Office of the Chief Lasallian Mission Officer (CLMO) and supported by various University units — especially CEAT (with the CEAT Student Government), CBAA, and COEd — the event was held in partnership with the National Vocations Ministry Office (NVMO) and the Residencia De La Salle Brothers Community.

Participants were blessed to encounter the Brother President, the NVMO Director, and Brothers from Myanmar, Japan (Br. Abet Pia FSC - a DLSU-D alumnus who is assigned in Japan) and Residencia De La Salle, celebrating together the gift of a Lasallian vocation.

Grateful to the Brothers for sharing their time — and to our students, especially our Campus Peer Ministers (CPM) and Lasallian Youth Accompaniment Group (LAYAG) for saying yes to meaningful conversations that inspire faith, purpose, and service and for joining the Brothers in the classroom visits.