Egidio Viganò – “The Pope speaks to us of Don Bosco” in “Acts of the Superior Council”

This letter highlights the reflections of Pope John Paul II on St. John Bosco during the Centenary celebrations. It emphasizes the Pope’s recognition of Don Bosco as both a saint and a founder, underscoring his enduring charisma and relevance within the Church. The letter notes the Pope’s uncommon interest in Don Bosco’s ecclesial significance, reflecting on his comments made throughout the Jubilee year as a significant aspect of the Salesian Centenary celebrations.

Contents:

• Introduction.
• The pastoral viewpoint.
• The “holiness” perspective.
• The Baptismal option and the courage of Confirmation.
• Constant entrustment to Mary.
• Commitment to vocation.
• Central role of the priestly ministry.
• The charism of education.
• The Gospel and the culture of the common people.
• Responsibility of the Salesian Family.
• The “true” Don Bosco.
• Conclusion.

Reference time period: 1988

Reference institution:
Direzione Generale SDB