ST. JOHN BOSCO, PRIEST, FOUNDER OF THE SALESIANS, FATHER AND TEACHER OF THE YOUNG

1815–1888

Patron Saint of apprentices, boys, editors, laborers, magicians, students
Canonized by Pope Pius XI on April 1, 1934

“My sons, in my long experience, very often I had to be convinced of this great truth. It is easier to become angry than to restrain oneself, and to threaten a boy than to persuade him. Yes, indeed, it is more fitting to be persistent in punishing our own impatience and pride than to correct the boys. We must be firm but kind, and be patient with them. See that no one finds you motivated by impetuosity or willfulness” ~Letter from St. John Bosco