Pius XI canonized him as a saint in 1934.
John Bosco was canonized on April 1, 1934, Rome by Pius XI.
Catholics pray to Saint John Bosco for his intercession and guidance in dealing with challenges that concern youth, students, and educators, as he is the patron saint of students and apprentices. Many believe that Saint John Bosco can help inspire, protect, and guide individuals in their academic and personal pursuits.
Bosco was born in the evening of August 16, 1815, in the hillside hamlet of Becchia, Italy
Saint Don Bosco was a Catholic priest and educator who founded the Salesians of Don Bosco, a religious congregation dedicated to education and care for youth. He was known for his dedication to serving disadvantaged youth, promoting education, and spreading the message of love and compassion. After his death, his holiness and the miracles attributed to his intercession led to his canonization as a saint by the Catholic Church.
No, Saint Dominic Savio did not become a priest. He was a student of Saint John Bosco and aspired to become a priest, but he died at a young age before he could be ordained. He is known for his piety and devotion to God.
John Bosco was canonized on April 1, 1934, Rome by Pius XI.
Saint John Bosco died on January 31, 1888, in Turin, Italy.
Saint John Bosco died in Turin, Italy on January 31, 1888.
John Bosco was 72 years old when he entered Heaven.
Catholics pray to Saint John Bosco for his intercession and guidance in dealing with challenges that concern youth, students, and educators, as he is the patron saint of students and apprentices. Many believe that Saint John Bosco can help inspire, protect, and guide individuals in their academic and personal pursuits.
Francesco Bosco was the father of Giovanni (John)) Bosco.
Patron saint of Christian apprentices, editors, publishers, school children and young people
January 31 is the feast of Saint John Bosco.
St. John Bosco worked with street boys in Italy and provided them with an education.
The feast of St. John Bosco is January 31.
Yes, St. John Bosco founded the Salesians
Yes, as a priest he had to study in the university and seminary for years to become a priest.