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“I welcome the forthcoming pilgrimage of Don Bosco’s relics to Cardiff on
the 10th January 2013. St John Bosco is known for his great work in the
education and formation of young people especially those who were
disadvantaged in life. His concern and love for them revealed to young
people their true dignity as human beings and enabled them to recognise
the gifts that they possessed. He provided them with skills that would lift
them out of poverty and provide them with a livelihood. In all of this he
gave himself with complete dedication to the service of the young. His
cheerful giving is an example for all people who are involved in youth
ministry today.”
Bishop Declan Lang, Clifton Diocese
“I greatly welcome this opportunity to participate in a unique experience of
Salesian spirituality. Don Bosco is the patron of young people and of all who
work with the young - especially teachers. He was a great advocate for
young people and a gifted teacher who supported young people in great
need. He is an inspiration to all who strive to bring the Gospel message into
young people’s lives. I encourage all who can to participate on 4th January
in Glasgow and 5th January in Carfin. Beyond these dates, the resources
provided on the website will be of great interest to teachers.”
Michael McGrath Director, Scottish Catholic Education Service
"I am delighted that the relics of St John Bosco are coming to Glasgow. Don
Bosco worked creatively and passionately with young people and inspired
them with the message of Christ in Turin in the late 19th century. Glasgow
is the twin city of Turin and the two cities have a lot in common. My hope is
that the visit of the relics of Don Bosco will be an inspiration for all those
who work with young people, especially priests, teachers and youth
workers.”
Archbishop Philip Tartaglia of Glasgow
"There has been an interesting revival in recent years of veneration for the
relics of the saints, which shows that deep human fascination with sanctity
which lies within the heart of everyone.”
Archbishop Philip Tartaglia of Glasgow
"May the visit of the relics to Glasgow be a moment of grace and a stimulus
to apostolate - a reminder that sanctity is not only a theory, but a real and
attractive possibility in the modern industrialised world."
Archbishop Philip Tartaglia of Glasgow
"Not everyone can go to Turin, so we'll bring Don Bosco to the people of
Liverpool."
Fr Martin Coyle SDB, Provincial of Salesians in UK
Contact Details: Salesian Link (Social Media and Communications)
newsdesk@rualink.net 01865 432237
"It's significant that it is Don Bosco’s right hand in the casket; he blessed
people with his right hand, he wrote with his right hand, blessed young
people with this right hand and he was also a tailor, a carpenter, a
magician, he was many, many things to many people"
Fr Martin Coyle SDB, Provincial of Salesians in UK
Contact Details: Salesian Link (Social Media and Communications)
newsdesk@rualink.net 01865 432237