December 5, 2010 Sunday: The Relic of St. John Bosco will arrive in the Philippines inline to the tradition of pilgrim journey through 130 nations which first began last January 31, 2009 during the 150th Anniversary of the founding of the Salesian Congregation. It prepares us for the 2015 celebration of the 200th Anniversary of Don Bosco’s birth near Turin, Italy.
The Priest of Young People: A brief biography
He was popularly called “i Becchi”, born on the 16 August 1815 in the small village townland of Castelnuovo d’Asti, in Piedmont. John Bosco is an Italian Catholic priest, educator and writer of the 19th century, who put into practice the convictions of his religion, dedicating his life to the betterment and education of poor youngsters and employing teaching methods based on love rather than punishment, a method that is known as the preventive system.
St. John Bosco's relic tour in the Philippines will start in Bacolod, head to Mambucal, Victorias, Kabankalan and Dumaguete. On December 12 to 23, the relic and the pilgrimage will stay in Cebu. December 23, it will head to Metro Manila in Makati and Tondo, to Southern Luzon and Legazpi, Albay, to Alabang, Sta. Rosa and Canlubang. Going to Mandaluyong, Nueva Ecija, Tarlac and Pampanga. And lastly, it will end at the National Shrine of Mary Help of Christians at the Better Living Subdivision in Paranaque on January 15th 2011.
Infographics - Visit of St John Bosco to the Philippines
So why am I looking forward to St. John Bosco's relic?
As a Roman Catholic this would be a great opportunity to see the relic of the saint who quoted: “Da mihi animas, ceatera tolle,” which translates to, “Give me souls, take away the rest,” one of his many quotes that guided his ministry from its earliest stages through today. A saint who also quoted: "Run, Jump, Shout and do whatever you like as long as you avoid sin", a straight forward quote which can serve as a guide to everyone. This world tour of St. John Bosco's relic is a once in a lifetime event that I don't wanna miss.
As a Roman Catholic this would be a great opportunity to see the relic of the saint who quoted: “Da mihi animas, ceatera tolle,” which translates to, “Give me souls, take away the rest,” one of his many quotes that guided his ministry from its earliest stages through today. A saint who also quoted: "Run, Jump, Shout and do whatever you like as long as you avoid sin", a straight forward quote which can serve as a guide to everyone. This world tour of St. John Bosco's relic is a once in a lifetime event that I don't wanna miss.
4 comments: on "St. John Bosco's Relic to visit Philippines"
Don Bosco the first Saint I ever known since I belonged to a parish run by Salesians . The Saint has inspired me to love the youth . St. John Bosco and in particular the Salesians had taught me so many valuable things in life. My husband and I are advocates of doing things for the betterment of the young.
@Jennifer: glad to hear that! And I would say, I agree! I should find time to visit his relic on Thursday at Don Bosco Punta
@jorich. i think you mean don bosco kalentong. am i right?
where is it ryt now? hindi ako nakaabot e knina at Don Bosco Mandaluyong..
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