Who is John Bosco?
What did St. John Bosco grow up to be — a doctor, a teacher, or a priest?
A priest!
What Sacrament did St. John Bosco encourage children to receive often?
Confession and the Eucharist
What animal is St. John Bosco often shown with in pictures?
A gray dog named Grigio
What country was St. John Bosco from — Italy or America?
Italy
What special gift did Don Bosco have that helped him guide others?
Prophetic dreams and visions
What feast day do we celebrate St. John Bosco on?
January 31st
What kind of work did his family do?
Farming
What did one of his most famous dreams show him?
A ship guided safely by the Pope, between two pillars — one with the Eucharist and one with Mary.
What is St. John Bosco the patron saint of?
Young people, schoolchildren, and magicians
What was John Bosco’s mother’s name, who helped form his faith?
Mama Margarita (Margaret Bosco)
Who did St. John Bosco take care of?
Poor and homeless boys
What 4 school/churches are in our St John Bosco Family
St Teresa of Avila, St William, St Lawrence, Resurrection/ Romero Academy
What did John Bosco like to do to make other kids happy?
Do magic tricks, juggle, and tell stories
What was the miracle that called for the canonization of St John Bosco?
the instantaneous and permanent cure of Mrs. Pilenga, who was unable to move her legs and was verified by a medical commission.
When was St John Bosco Born?
August 16th 1815