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Pope to Salesians: Be close to youth, remember Don Bosco. Pope Francis on Monday met with members of the 27th General Chapter of the Salesians of Don Bosco. In his address, the Holy Father said the …More
Pope to Salesians: Be close to youth, remember Don Bosco.

Pope Francis on Monday met with members of the 27th General Chapter of the Salesians of Don Bosco. In his address, the Holy Father said the Holy Spirit would assist the religious institute to understand the expectations and challenges of our time, especially those of the young people whose formation is the basis of the congregation's main apostolate. Pope Francis encouraged them in their efforts to respond to the current educational crisis, while always remembering the "Preventive System" of St. John Bosco, which is based on kindness and friendship with pupils. He also spoke of the life of exclusion many young people face. He said "reaching marginalized youth requires courage, maturity and much prayer ...