The third volume of The Biographical Memoirs of Don Bosco continues the narrative of his remarkable life, with a tribute to Father Joseph Cafasso, his teacher, counselor, and benefactor. Cafasso’s influence on Don Bosco is highlighted throughout the text, as Don Bosco consistently spoke of him with deep respect and love. This volume recounts many significant events witnessed by thousands, with testimonies from those who were present. As with previous volumes, the distribution of this work is restricted, in accordance with the directives of the Rector Major. We ask for your prayers, trusting that Don Bosco has already received the immortal crown promised to faithful servants of Christ.
INDEX
- Dedication
- Editor’s preface
- Acknowledgments
- Author’s preface
- Yearnings for Independence
- A Boys’ Prayerbook
- A Dream: Roses and Thorns
- Fishing for Boys
- Fishing for Boys ( Continued)
- Preaching the Word of God
- Restoring God’s Grace
- Regulations for the Festive Oratory
- Regulations for the Festive Oratory ( Continued)
- Sundays and Holy Days at the Festive Oratory
- Sundays and Holy Days at the Festive Oratory ( Continued)
- Solemn Feast Days at the Festive Oratory
- Music Teacher
- A Favorite ConfessoR
- A Boy’s Idol
- Lenten Catechism Classes
- Lenten Catechism Classes ( Continued)
- A New Approach
- Guiding Boys to Sanctity
- A Memorable Event
- Political and Religious Turmoil
- Looking for Help
- God’s Instrument
- Plans for a Second Oratory
- Admirable Prudence
- Opening of the Saint Aloysius Oratory
- Political Demonstrations
- Mob Violence
- Don Bosco’s Church History: A New Edition
- Indefatigable Zeal
- Peacemaker
- A Father to Homeless Boys
- Life at the Oratory in 1848
- Life at the Oratory in 1848 ( Continued)
- Twin Souls
- Anticlerical Ferment
- Sectarian Attacks
- A Severe Ordeal
- Frankness and Courtesy
- Young Helpers
- A Chapel at Becchi
- Tragic Events in Rome
- Side Activity
- Apostolate of the Press
- Charismatic Gifts
- A Generous Gesture
- The Pope’s Appreciation
- A Symbolic Gift
- An Important Decision
- The Guardian Angel Oratory
- The Multiplication of Chestnuts
- Spiritual Formation at the Oratory
- A Timely Stage Play
- A Promise Fulfilled
Reference time period: 1847 – 1849
G. B. Lemoyne, “The biographical memoirs of Saint John Bosco Vol. 3“, Salesiana Publisher, INC., New York 1966.