In this volume of the Biographical Memoirs, Fr. Juan Vecchi emphasizes the importance of understanding Salesian spirituality by deeply engaging with the life and works of Don Bosco. Rather than merely recounting his story, readers are encouraged to explore the significance of Don Bosco’s actions and words within their historical and cultural context. The volume delves into Don Bosco’s commitment to the salvation of souls, embodying his motto Da mihi animas, coetera tolle. This work is the result of collaborative efforts, including revisions by Salesian Sisters Sr. Josephine Carini and Sr. Mary Ann Zito, checks by Fr. Michael Mendel, and final revisions by the author, Fr. Francisco Javier Aracil. Gratitude is expressed to all contributors for their work in making this volume a reality.
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- Don Bosco at the Oratory-Winter 1886
- To Spain through Liguria and France
- Diary of Don Bosco ‘s Visit to Barcelona
- Departure from Spain and Return to Turin
- From the Feast of Mary Help of Christians to the Feast of the Assumption / Don Bosco’s Summer at the Oratory and at Pinerolo
- The Fourth General Chapter
- St. John Bosco in Milan I Don Bosco ‘s Last
- Investiture of Novices at San Benigno
- The Missionary Expedition of 1886 / A Look at the House and Missions of South Africa
- Transfer of the Novitiate to Foglizzo
- Last Events of 1886
- A Life of Retirement
- During the Earthquake of February 1887
- Don Bosco’s Last Journey to Rome
Reference time period: 2003
E. Ceria, “The biographical memoirs of Saint John Bosco Vol. 18“, Salesiana Publisher, INC., New York 2003.