John Bosco

This is a small tribute to St. John Bosco, who dedicated his life to the education of children.  He did so because he took to heart the words of Christ, "who ever receives one of these little ones receives me."

His motto was in brief, "anger never, kindness always, be firm but never harsh."

It is the adults who must temper themselves when relating to the young; otherwise the wisdom gained that comes with experience is lost in opposition to youthful ignorance.  The only way we can show the young minds that the wisdom we gain is worth listening to, is simply by living worthily.   

Those who have lived life, experienced life, know life, have the greater responsibility to be virtuous especially when relating to the young.  In the words of Jesus, "those who have, more will be given."  So we take what we have, receive what is given in order to show the young there is more to be had.

St. John Bosco pray for us!