Channel Title: Miracles and Prophecies of Saint John Bosco Channel Description: New videos Mon, Wed, Fri at 8AM EST. Saint John Bosco was a jewel in our history, a model of piety and a ferocious warrior against the enemies of the One, Holy, Catholic and Apostolic Church. We’ll attempt to analyze all the facets of his pious life. Prophet, diplomat, miracle worker, counselor, visionary, devotee of Our Lady, prolific writer, role model for wayward boys, founder of the Salesians, priest, rock of scandal, warrior against heresies… It all can be summed up by the phrase, “Christianus alter Christus” -- he was Christ-like. He’s the patron saint of apprentices, editors, publishers, schoolchildren, magicians, and wayward children.  An attempt was made by the Salesians to document his daring deeds for Christ, which resulted in 19 large volumes that are the primary source material for our channel. He’s a veritable font of interesting anecdotes and inspiring stories. The more we learn of and admire the saintly aspects of Don Bosco, the more we’ll be like him in our own lives. <video> 911 call for saving souls: Saint John Bosco #DonBosctoStories #JohnBosco #Catholic Description: Become a Promoter of Saint John Bosco: https://saintjohnbosco.net/promoter-of-saint-john-bosco/ New episodes every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 8:00 AM EST. #donboscostories If someone you loved were about to die, yet still refused to confess to a priest, who would you call? If you lived in Turin in the mid-19th century, you would call that young priest who worked with boys called Don Bosco. He seemed to be everywhere, all of the time, intent on saving souls. You would know that no matter what he was doing, he would rush to the bedside of your loved one and gently persuade him to confess and secure his home in Heaven. </video> <video> 28,000 vs. Saint John Bosco's School! Description: Become a Promoter of Saint John Bosco: https://secure.americaneedsfatima.org/donate-sjb-2?pkg=SJBW0304 New episodes every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 8:00 AM EST. #donboscostories As the Civil War in America continued to claim American lives, a similar tragedy played out across the Atlantic in Italy. At times, Don Bosco and his Oratory boys were able to live in relative peace, untouched by the conflict. But today’s video is NOT about one of those times. Stay tuned to see how WAR invaded Turin, leaving 26 dead and over 100 citizens injured. You’re watching “The Miracles and Prophecies of Saint John Bosco,” a project of America Needs Fatima. I’m your host, Adrian Fonseca. The September 15, 1864 treaty between Napoleon and Victor Emmanuel was practically a sellout of Rome and the Papal States to Italy. This treaty transferred the capital of Italy from Turin to some other city. When this news spread, the people of Turin were very upset – and understandably so – at having been knocked down a peg or two for no fault of their own. Especially after having made enormous sacrifices for the cause of Italian unification. For these and other political reasons, a mob was formed, and a full-scale revolt was underway in the city of Turin. On Wednesday, September 21, gun shops were raided, and bloody skirmishes with the police resulted in a number of deaths. It wasn’t long before the Italian army had to move in 28,000 troops to put down the rioters. They promptly surrounded the city and set up artillery units to bombard it. The government was determined to make an example of the rioters and quench resistance in blood! That evening, September 21, Don Bosco gathered all the boys in the portico for night prayers and told them to pray for the city and their benefactors before sending them to bed. He told his boys to storm heaven with their prayers and sacrifices, trusting in their merciful heavenly patroness, the Blessed Virgin Mary. The following day, September 22, passed rather quietly till evening. At about nine, however, a noisy mob gathered in Piazza San Carlo. New outbreaks triggered violent military and police reactions, which left twenty-six dead and nearly two hundred wounded, according to official statistics. Additional military reinforcements and the jailing of agitators restored some order in the city. Turin's fate, however, remained unchanged; shortly afterwards, Florence was proclaimed Italy's capital. Only five years later, Florence suffered the same dethronement as Turin when Rome became the nation’s capital and it remains so to this day. As you can well imagine, the Turin uprising caused the Oratory some anxiety, especially among the young artisans who had parents or relatives in the city. To allay their fears, Don Bosco urged them to place themselves and their families under Mary's unfailing protection, bolstering their trust with reports of outstanding favors recently granted by Her. Acquainting them with these and other instances of Her goodness and power was a duty that he highly cherished.' However, words alone did not satisfy his devotion and love for the Queen of Heaven and earth. He performed magnanimous deeds for this, especially building a new church in Her honor at Valdocco. The year before, Don Bosco had requested Monsignor Zapata, the vicar, to sell him a piece of land needed for the church; his request was granted. Later, he sought the mayor's permission to erect the new church's façade on a stretch of Via Cottolengo, which was mostly a dirt road through fields. He also successfully petitioned the mayor for a better water supply system for the Oratory because of the demands of the construction work. Meanwhile, he kept searching for new ways to raise the funds needed to build the new church. Several pastors had asked their congregations to pledge contributions, and Don Bosco himself had been able to conduct a vigorous promotion by mail! He also wrote letters to Prince Tommaso, duke of Genoa, and to Prince Eugenio of Savoy, asking for their financial support. Then he decided to cast his net even wider. As Father Manacorda was about to go to Rome, he asked him to take several letters—one for the Pope and one for Father Joseph Oreglia. The result-- Contributions began to pour in from Rome! Don Bosco accepted them humbly and gratefully, generously repaying his benefactors in due time-- both spiritually and materially -- in Our Lady's name. </video> <video> "Be Good and Fear Not" Don Bosco's Simple Path to Heaven | Ep. 295 Description: Become a Promoter of St. John Bosco today: https://secure.americaneedsfatima.org/donate-sjb-2?pkg=SJBW0295 Discover how Saint John Bosco maintained unwavering trust in God's mercy and lived completely free from spiritual anxiety. Learn his simple yet profound approach to faith that transformed countless lives. In this video, you'll learn: Don Bosco's secret to maintaining spiritual peace How to develop genuine confidence in God's mercy Why complicated rules aren't the heart of faith The connection between Don Bosco and Our Lady of Fatima #CatholicFaith #DonBosco #Spirituality #CatholicChurch #Faith #Saints #Catholics #Christianity #DivineMercy #Trust Links to become a Monthly Promoter & support our mission below! 👇 https://secure.americaneedsfatima.org/donate-sjb-2?pkg=SJBW0295 </video> <video> The Secret to Don Bosco’s Successful Apostolate #DonBoscoStories #JohnBosco #Catholic Description: Become a Promoter of Saint John Bosco: https://secure.americaneedsfatima.org/donate-sjb-2?pkg=SJBW0300 New episodes every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 8:00 AM EST. #donboscostories In America, we tend to define success by how well someone does in their career. Well, since Don Bosco’s “career” was that of a Catholic priest, I think it is safe to say he was supremely successful! But what was the secret to his success? Stay tuned to find out from his acquaintances who were privy to this fool-proof method of success. </video> <video> The Cobbler Who Defended Don Bosco | Ep. 292 Description: Become a Promoter of St. John Bosco today: https://secure.americaneedsfatima.org/donate-sjb-2?pkg=SJBW0292 A humble cobbler faces intense police interrogation defending St. John Bosco against false accusations. Discover how Dominic Goffi's simple honesty and wit revealed the truth about Don Bosco's work with poor youth in 19th century Turin. Watch as government persecution meets its match in a limping craftsman's courage - plus learn the surprising connection to the Fatima children's similar trials! This fascinating historical account shows how ordinary people defended extraordinary saints. #CatholicHistory #SaintJohnBosco #CatholicSaints #ReligiousPersecution #CatholicChurch #DonBosco #catholicfaith Want to learn more about St. John Bosco? Subscribe to our channel for weekly stories about the saints who shaped our faith! Links to become a Monthly Promoter & support our mission below! 👇 https://secure.americaneedsfatima.org/donate-sjb-2?pkg=SJBW0292 </video> <video> The Wrong Way to Pray? Don Bosco & Our Lady's Surprising Answer | Ep. 294 Description: Become a Promoter of St. John Bosco today: https://secure.americaneedsfatima.org/donate-sjb-2?pkg=SJBW0294 What if there was a wrong way to pray? Saint John Bosco and Our Lady teach us the transformative power of mindful prayer and why every word matters when speaking to God. Discover: Why rushing through prayers can hold you back Don Bosco's advice for meaningful prayer Our Lady's response to different prayer styles How to transform your prayer life today #CatholicPrayer #DonBosco #OurLady #Prayer #Catholic #Christianity #Faith Links to become a Monthly Promoter & support our mission below! 👇 https://secure.americaneedsfatima.org/donate-sjb-2?pkg=SJBW0294 </video> <video> Don Bosco's Secret to Inner Peace During Financial & Political Crisis | Ep. 305 Description: Become a Promoter of Saint John Bosco: https://secure.americaneedsfatima.org/donate-sjb-2?pkg=SJBW0305 Discover how Saint John Bosco maintained extraordinary peace during intense persecution and financial hardship in 19th century Italy - and how his wisdom can transform your life today. In this inspiring story, we'll explore how one of Catholicism's most beloved saints navigated political storms, persecution, and poverty while keeping his supernatural calm intact. Learn how Don Bosco: Maintained peace during government raids Handled financial difficulties with grace Put people before money Trusted in Divine Providence Led with compassion during crisis Join our Monthly Promoter family and unite your intentions with our Saturday Masses: https://secure.americaneedsfatima.org/donate-sjb-2?pkg=SJBW0305 #CatholicSaints #DonBosco #CatholicHistory #Faith #InnerPeace #CatholicChurch #Spirituality Want more inspiring Catholic content? Subscribe to our channel and hit the notification bell! 🔔 </video> <video> The Miraculous Cures of Saint John Bosco #Donboscostories #Donbosco #Catholic Description: Become a Promoter of Saint John Bosco: https://secure.americaneedsfatima.org/donate-sjb-2?pkg=SJBW0299 New episodes every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 8:00 AM EST. #donboscostories Perhaps the Virgin Mary herself had visibly granted her son, Don Bosco, the grace of healing. From the time he was a young priest, people would flock to him, asking to be healed of one ailment or another. Don Bosco used to make pills out of bread as a “cover,” so to speak, in order not to draw attention to himself. But one day, he suddenly decided to stop using them following a truly singular event. It is this strange event that I will relate to you today. </video> <video> A Saint Walks into an Executioner's House... Don Bosco's Remarkable Prison Ministry | Ep. 297 Description: Become a Promoter of St. John Bosco today: https://secure.americaneedsfatima.org/donate-sjb-2?pkg=SJBW0297 What happens when a Catholic saint befriends the most feared man in Turin? Discover the remarkable true story of Saint John Bosco's fearless prison ministry and his unexpected friendship with an executioner. This inspiring tale shows how Don Bosco's extraordinary love for souls led him to find Christ in the most unexpected places - from the darkest prison cells to the executioner's own home. In this video, you'll learn: How Don Bosco transformed lives in Turin's most dangerous prisons The incredible story of his unexpected friendship with an executioner What it really took to minister in 19th century prison conditions The powerful lessons we can learn from his example today #CatholicStories #Saints #DonBosco #Inspiration #CatholicFaith #Christianity #SaintStories Links to become a Monthly Promoter & support our mission below! 👇 https://secure.americaneedsfatima.org/donate-sjb-2?pkg=SJBW0297 </video> <video> Missed a Ride and Saved a Soul #JohnBosco #DonBosco#DonBoscoStories Description: Become a Promoter of Saint John Bosco: https://saintjohnbosco.net/promoter-of-saint-john-bosco/ New episodes every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 8:00 AM EST. #donboscostories You’ve probably heard that good things happen when you are “at the right place at the right time.” Well, what if God needs you in a different “right place”? Stick around for the end of today’s video, and you will hear how Don Bosco missed a ride yet saved a soul! You’re watching “The Miracles and Prophecies of Saint John Bosco,” a project of America Needs Fatima. I’m your host, Adrian Fonseca. Don Bosco possessed a deep and fervent love for the Blessed Sacrament. This love fueled his zeal to eliminate any obstacles his boys might encounter in making good confessions and frequent use of Holy Communion. As proof of this, we have this testimony from Father Berta: "During the fall recess, some grades would go out for a walk on Saturdays or on the eve of some solemn feast, thus somewhat delaying the boys' confessions. Surprised at not seeing the youngsters coming, Don Bosco would insistently ask why. 'This is foolish,' he would say, somewhat peeved at hearing the reason. 'How can boys be recollected and in the right mood for confession after being out? This is a blunder, a disorder we must correct at all costs.' He would then order those responsible to see to it that it did not occur again." This zeal for souls did not contain itself to the Oratory. His heart was bursting with the conviction that the Salesian Order MUST flow beyond the confines of Turin and out into the whole world. One day, Don Bosco made a pilgrimage to Our Lady of Oropa's Shrine to ask Our Lady's blessing. He celebrated Mass before Her miraculous image and prayed at great length. While at prayer, he quite forcibly heard a reassuring voice in his heart reminding him of Proverbs 5:16: Let your fountains be conveyed abroad, and in the streets divide your waters. He wrote the following letter to the Oratory students: Our Lady of Oropa Shrine, August 6, 1863 My beloved students: If you were here, my dear sons, on this mountain, you would certainly feel deeply moved. A vast building encircling an inspiring church makes up the shrine commonly known as Oropa. People keep streaming here to thank the Blessed Virgin for the graces they have received, to implore deliverance from physical or spiritual ailments, and to seek perseverance in doing good or the grace of a holy death. Young and old, rich and poor, patricians and peasants, noblemen and workmen flock in numbers to confession and Communion and then kneel at the feet of a beautiful statue of the Blessed Virgin to implore Her heavenly aid. Yet, in the midst of this, sorrow gripped my heart. Why? Because you, my beloved boys, were not here. How I would love to have you all here to lead you to Mary's feet, to offer you to Her, to place you under Her powerful protection and turn each of you into a Dominic Savio or St. Aloysius. To ease my regret, I knelt at Her miraculous altar and promised that on my return to Turin I would do my utmost to instill devotion to Her in your hearts. Entrusting myself to Her, I begged special graces for you. "Mary," I prayed, "bless the Oratory, banish from my boys' hearts even the shadow of sin, enlighten them, and be their seat of true wisdom. Make them all Your children, to be forever Yours, forever devoted to You." I am confident that the Holy Virgin granted my request and that you will cooperate with me so that we may all be responsive to Mary's voice and Our Lord's grace. May the Holy Virgin's blessing be upon me, all the Oratory priests and clerics, all our workers, and you all. May She help us from heaven. On our part, let us earnestly strive to deserve Her protection now and at the hour of our death. Amen. Your friend in Jesus Christ, Fr. John Bosco Our Lady found many ways to use Don Bosco. One day, she interrupted his travel plans to save a soul. Here’s how it happened: He arrived in Asti, where many people awaited him on the early morning train, and went straight to the parish Church of Santa Maria Nova, where he heard many confessions. He then called on a friend of his, Mr. Cerrato. While there, a servant arrived, pounding on the door and asking for Don Bosco. Would the priest be so kind as to call on a sick man in the village? Knowing he had a 3:00 stagecoach to catch and more confessions to hear, he had to decline the invitation. Even so, he missed the three o'clock stagecoach for Montemagno. It was now almost four o'clock, and Don Bosco was expected in Montemagno that evening! What was he to do? </video> <video> The Incredible Moment a Horse Changed Saint John Bosco's Life Forever | Ep. 298 Description: Links to become a Monthly Promoter & support our mission below! 👇 https://secure.americaneedsfatima.org/donate-sjb-2?pkg=SJBW0298 Experience the extraordinary true story of how Divine Providence used a runaway horse to teach Saint John Bosco an unforgettable lesson about pride. When the young priest prepared to deliver what he thought would be his most impressive sermon yet, God had other plans. Watch how a seemingly disastrous accident led to an incredible reunion that proved God's perfect timing and mysterious ways. 🎬 In this video, you'll discover: How pride led to an unexpected fall The amazing "coincidence" that changed everything The beautiful way God brought two acts of kindness full circle The lasting impact this event had on Don Bosco's ministry #CatholicStory #SaintJohnBosco #DivineMiracle #Faith #CatholicChurch #Catholicism #Saints #Christianity #DonBosco Links to become a Monthly Promoter & support our mission below! 👇 https://secure.americaneedsfatima.org/donate-sjb-2?pkg=SJBW0298 </video> <video> From Hatred to Hope: Don Bosco's Prison Ministry Success Story | Ep. 296 Description: Links to become a Monthly Promoter & support our mission below! 👇 https://secure.americaneedsfatima.org/donate-sjb-2?pkg=SJBW0296 🙏 Experience the extraordinary story of how Saint John Bosco transformed Turin's most dangerous prison through radical kindness and unwavering love. In this powerful documentary, discover: ✅ Don Bosco's revolutionary 3-step approach to reaching hardened hearts ✅ How simple acts of kindness broke through years of hatred ✅ Practical methods for transforming lives through patient love ✅ Real stories of incredible prison transformations ✅ Timeless principles you can apply today Whether you're interested in prison ministry, spiritual transformation, or helping those trapped by modern struggles, Don Bosco's methods offer hope and practical guidance for reaching seemingly unreachable hearts. #DonBosco #PrisonMinistry #SpiritualTransformation #CatholicHistory #Saints Links to become a Monthly Promoter & support our mission below! 👇 https://secure.americaneedsfatima.org/donate-sjb-2?pkg=SJBW0296 </video> <video> A Match Made in Heaven #JohnBosco #DonBosco#DonBoscoStories Description: Become a Promoter of Saint John Bosco: https://secure.americaneedsfatima.org/donate-sjb-2?pkg=SJBW0302 New episodes every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 8:00 AM EST. #donboscostories You may have heard me say in other videos that there were 600, 700 … at times, even 800 boys in Saint John Bosco’s care at the Oratory. Just where did all of these boys come from? They seemed to flock to the Oratory like moths to a flame! Well, in today’s video, we will learn about one boy who didn’t go looking for Don Bosco, but they met in a Café in the Fall of 1860. It was a match made, quite literally, in Heaven. You’re watching “The Miracles and Prophecies of Saint John Bosco,” a project of America Needs Fatima. I’m your host, Adrian Fonseca. As usual, examinations and awards closed the school year at the end of July. At this time every year, many pupils were expected to return home after summer vacation, while others left this peaceful haven to enter a seminary, pursue a trade or take a job. In 1863, one lad in particular seemed to feel more indebted than the others because Don Bosco had been like a father to him over the past three years. This boy is typical of hundreds who, rescued by Don Bosco’s charity, responded to the education he gave them, living and dying as good Christians. It all began on a crisp, sunny fall morning in 1860. Don Bosco dropped into a café. This charming little gathering spot was known as “La Consolata Café” because it was near the famed Our Lady of Consolation Shrine. Personally, I am convinced Our Lady of Consolation had arranged this meeting! As usual, Don Bosco sat in a back room to read his mail peacefully. A thirteen-year-old lad, John Paul Cotella [Koe-tell-ah], courteously and graciously waited on the customers as he had done every morning for the past three months. That summer, he had run away from home because of his parents’ relentless severity. Now I will let the boy tell the tale himself, in the words he spoke to Father Francis Cerruti [Sair-oo-ti]: One evening, my boss told me: “Take a cup of coffee to the priest in the back room.” “Me, take coffee to a priest!?” I asked, taken aback. In those days, clergymen were disliked as much as now, if not even more. I had read and heard so many bad things about priests that I had formed a terrible opinion of them. Anyway, I entered the back room and asked rudely, “What do you want?” “A cup of coffee, son,” he gently replied, looking directly at me, “but on one condition.” “What?” “That you bring it yourself.” His words and his gentle look won me over. I thought, “This priest is not like the others.” After I brought him coffee, a mysterious force held me there. In a friendly tone, he began to ask me about my birthplace, age, job, and, above all, why I had run away from home. “Would you like to come with me?” he then added. “Where to?” “To the Oratory. This is no place for you.” “And what will I do there?” “You can go back to study if you care to.” “Will I like it there?” “Of course you will. You’ll play, be happy and have a good time. . .” “All right. I’ll come.” “When?” “Today or tomorrow!” “Come before tonight,” Don Bosco replied. My boss wanted me to stay a few more days, but I left and went to the Oratory that evening. The next day, Don Bosco wrote to my parents and told them not to worry about me but to call him to discuss board and tuition fees. My mother came and explained family conditions. “All right, then,” he said, “you can pay twelve lire monthly, and I will put in the rest.” At these words, I admired his wonderful charity and prudence. My family was not wealthy but sufficiently well-off. It would have been wrong for him to accept me without paying any tuition because this would have hurt boys needier than myself. And so it was that young John Paul joined the Oratory. He was a very lively young man who was open, sincere, good-hearted, exemplary in conduct and quite proficient in his studies. Two years passed happily and without incident. Then, at the start of the school year in 1862, his parents stopped making payments to the Oratory for their son’s education. John Paul was now an upperclassman—and terrified that he would have to leave the Oratory without graduating! Right away, he told Don Bosco about his fears. “What difference does it make if your family no longer pays?” the priest replied, smiling. “Am I not here? Be assured that Don Bosco will not let you down.” With that, his fears fell away. The boy stayed on at the Oratory, and Don Bosco saw to it that he never lacked for anything. </video> <video> Fireworks, Friendship & Faith: A Sick Boy, A Beautiful Letter & The Meaning of True Joy | Ep. 293 Description: Become a Promoter of St. John Bosco today: https://secure.americaneedsfatima.org/donate-sjb-2?pkg=SJBW0293 Experience the heartwarming story of two friends separated by illness but united in faith at Don Bosco's Oratory in 1861. Through a touching letter, discover how celebrations, fireworks, and simple pleasures created moments of "pure, holy joy" that still speak to us today. Learn what true Christian fellowship looks like and how to find authentic joy in your own life. Watch as we uncover how a bedridden boy named Severino received comfort through his friend Frederick's detailed account of life at the Oratory. This beautiful story reminds us that distance cannot separate those united in faith and friendship. #CatholicJoy #DonBosco #ChristianFellowship #CatholicFaith #SaintJohnBosco #CatholicChurch #ChristianJoy Want more inspiring stories about finding joy through faith? Subscribe for weekly videos about Saint John Bosco and the timeless wisdom of the Catholic Church. Links to become a Monthly Promoter & support our mission below! 👇 https://secure.americaneedsfatima.org/donate-sjb-2?pkg=SJBW0293 </video> <video> They Tried to Shut Down Don Bosco's School... | Ep. 291 Description: Become a Promoter of St. John Bosco today: https://secure.americaneedsfatima.org/donate-sjb-2?pkg=SJBW0291 Discover the incredible true story of when government agents stormed Don Bosco's Oratory in 1860, attempting to uncover imaginary anti-government conspiracies. Watch as young students, led by Don Bosco's example, demonstrate remarkable courage and wisdom in the face of intimidation. This powerful historical account shows how faith and dignity prevailed against persecution. In this video, you'll learn: How Don Bosco maintained composure during a hostile government raid The inspiring response of student Costanzo during interrogation Why this historical event matters for religious freedom today Lessons we can apply to modern challenges to faith #DonBosco #CatholicHistory #ReligiousFreedom #Faith #Persecution #CatholicChurch #SaintJohnBosco #CatholicEducation Join our Monthly Promoters community and help preserve Don Bosco's legacy: https://secure.americaneedsfatima.org/donate-sjb-2?pkg=SJBW0291 Links to become a Monthly Promoter & support our mission below! 👇 https://secure.americaneedsfatima.org/donate-sjb-2?pkg=SJBW0291 </video>

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New videos Mon, Wed, Fri at 8AM EST.
Saint John Bosco was a jewel in our history, a model of piety and a ferocious warrior against the enemies of the One, Holy, Catholic and Apostolic Church. We’ll attempt to analyze all the facets of his pious life.
Prophet, diplomat, miracle worker, counselor, visionary, devotee of Our Lady, prolific writer, role model for wayward boys, founder of the Salesians, priest, rock of scandal, warrior against heresies…
It all can be summed up by the phrase, “Christianus alter Christus” -- he was Christ-like. He’s the patron saint of apprentices, editors, publishers, schoolchildren, magicians, and wayward children. 
An attempt was made by the Salesians to document his daring deeds for Christ, which resulted in 19 large volumes that are the primary source material for our channel. He’s a veritable font of interesting anecdotes and inspiring stories.
The more we learn of and admire the saintly aspects of Don Bosco, the more we’ll be like him in our own lives.

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