St. John Bosco, also known as Don Bosco, was a beloved Catholic priest and educator from Italy. He was born on August 16, 1815, in a small village near Turin. Growing up in a poor family, he faced many challenges, but his strong faith and determination helped him overcome them.
Don Bosco dedicated his life to helping young people, especially those who were poor and neglected. He believed in educating them not just with books, but also with love and kindness. He used fun activities like magic tricks and games to teach important lessons and keep the children engaged.
In 1859, Don Bosco founded the Salesian Society, a religious order named after St. Francis de Sales. The Salesians focused on providing education and support to young people in need. Don Bosco also started the Salesian Sisters, a group of nuns who worked to help poor girls.
One of Don Bosco's most famous students was St. Dominic Savio, a young boy who became a saint because of his deep faith and dedication to God. Don Bosco wrote a biography about Dominic Savio, which inspired many people.
Don Bosco passed away on January 31, 1888, but his legacy lives on. He was canonized as a saint on April 1, 1934, and his feast day is celebrated on January 31. Today, the Salesian Society continues to help young people all over the world, following the example set by St. John Bosco.