Tireless Worker

Don Bosco left the Strenna for the year 1867 to the oratory boys before leaving for his second trip to Rome. He said “Always wear Our Lady’s medal. During he day, frequently invoke the merciful Mother.” It is also interesting to note that the number of Salesians had grown in number to about eighty members. Nineteen were perpetually professed, twenty-four had made their triennial vows, and the rest were postulants. Fourteen were priests, including Don Bosco. Don Bosco went to Rome for the definitive approval of the Salesian Society, and for asking for dismissorial letters for his clerics. He also brought with him the Latin translation of the Rules of the Society to present to the Holy Father. Lastly, his visit was to look for benefactors to support the Lottery and the construction of the new church. BM 48

Keep in mind that Don Bosco was a tremendous worker. He worked tirelessly for the approval of the Congregation, come hell or high waters. Don Bosco may have gone ahead physically, but the proof of the strong foundation he has laid exists until today.

Article 192: Meaning and Interpretation of the Constitutions “The present Constitutions enshrines the spiritual riches of the traditions of the Salesians of Don Bosco, and defines the apostolic project of our Society. The Church, in approving them, assures us of the authenticity of the gospel way of life traced out by our Founder, and recognizes in it ‘a special benefit for the whole People of God’...”