On January 24, Catholic Christians around the world celebrated the birthday of Saint Francis de Sales. “I have decided that we will call ourselves Salesians. Let us place ourselves under the protection of St Francis de Sales, in order to share in his immense kindness”.

Saint Francis de Sales was a French Catholic priest who lived in the 16th and 17th centuries. He is known as a famous scholar, writer, and missionary. He had a profound influence on society at the time, especially in uniting people to faith and repentance.

Why is Saint Francis de Sales a good example?

• Great charity: Don Bosco described Saint Francis de Sales as a person of great charity. He treated everyone with compassion and spent his time and energy helping others.

• Well-known scholar and author: San Francisco de Sal wrote many books and articles full of wisdom and inspiration. His writings continue to influence many people to this day.

• Good Missionary: He spent his life preaching Catholicism and helped many people find God.