Neuvain dedicated to Saint John Bosco, better known as Don Bosco, founder of the Society of Saint Francis de Sales (Salesians) and the Institute of the Daughters of Mary Help of Christians.
Novena to Saint John Bosco
First day: The Youth of Don Bosco
O Saint John Bosco, you who lived a youth marked by faith and charity, we ask you to guide our youth towards the ways of truth and love. Inspire us, O Saint Don Bosco, to follow your example by cultivating faith, perseverance and kindness towards our brothers and sisters. May our hearts be homes of joy and love, in the image of the youth you lived. Saint John Bosco, pray for us.
Our Father, Hail Mary, Glory be to the Father.
Day Two: The Dream of the Two Columns
Saint John Bosco, you who received the dream of the two columns, a sign of the protection of the Blessed Virgin Mary, we pray that you watch over us and guide us in our life choices. May we, like you, find refuge in the heart of Mary, our Mother and our Refuge. Saint John Bosco, intercede for us with the Blessed Virgin Mary. Saint John Bosco, pray for us.
Our Father, Hail Mary, Glory be to the Father.
Third day: Education and Formation
O Saint John Bosco, model educator and formator, we entrust to you all those dedicated to education, especially teachers and educators. Inspire them to follow your example, to be models of virtue, patience and understanding. May every educational establishment be a place where wisdom and benevolence prevail. Saint John Bosco, pray for us.
Our Father, Hail Mary, Glory be to the Father.
Fourth day: Charity in Action
Saint John Bosco, you who dedicated your life to charity towards young people and the disadvantaged, we ask you to infuse in us the spirit of service and love towards our brothers and sisters. May we recognise in each person an opportunity to express the love of Christ. Saint John Bosco, pray for us.
Our Father, Hail Mary, Glory be to the Father.
Fifth day: The Foundation of the Salesians and the Daughters of Mary Help of Christians
O Saint John Bosco, you who founded the Society of Saint Francis de Sales and the Institute of the Daughters of Mary Help of Christians, we pray that you inspire all the members of these institutions. May their dedication to education and charity continue to bear abundant fruit throughout the world. Saint John Bosco, pray for us.
Our Father, Hail Mary, Glory be to the Father.
Sixth day: Dedication to Youth
Saint John Bosco, you who dedicated your life to guiding, educating and loving young people, we entrust to you the youth of today's world. Protect them from negative influences, guide them towards the truth, and help them to discover their vocation in life. Saint John Bosco, intercede for us.
Our Father, Hail Mary, Glory be to the Father.
Seventh day: Prudence and Patience
O Saint John Bosco, model of prudence and patience, we pray that you grant us the grace to make informed decisions and to persevere in difficult times. May we follow your example of trust in divine providence. Saint John Bosco, pray for us.
Our Father, Hail Mary, Glory be to the Father.
Eighth day: Devotion to the Holy Eucharist
Saint John Bosco, you who had a deep devotion to the Holy Eucharist, help us to recognise the real presence of Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament. May our adoration and participation in Mass be sources of grace and spiritual renewal. Saint John Bosco, pray for us.
Our Father, Hail Mary, Glory be to the Father.
Ninth day: The Legacy of Holiness
O Saint John Bosco, we thank you for the legacy of holiness you have left us. May we, like your love for God and for others, live lives that glorify the Lord. Saint John Bosco, intercede for us before the throne of divine grace, so that we may one day be worthy to share in eternal joy in the heavenly kingdom. Amen.
Our Father, Hail Mary, Glory to the Father.
