Saint John Bosco

He had to do something. He saw so many young people in the streets, without an education and without a future, and he could not bear it. He put his creativity to work. With his mom’s help, he started workshops and schools for street youth. Many started to come, and other priests joined. The Salesian Congregation was born that way. Throughout the world, Salesians today are devoted to youth ministry. That’s what they say about the pebble which makes many ripples, right?

Your turn:

  • What needs do you see around you that would require taking risks?

Prayer

Lord, sometimes I would rather be blind so that I don’t have to see needs around me and don’t have to act. Give me good sight, good eyes to see reality and to do something about it. And, when I feel that what I do is unimportant, remind me of John Bosco who, one youth at a time, made a difference. Amen.