Episode Details

We will dive into the life & spirituality of perhaps one of the most influential saints in modern times, as we take an audio pilgrimage with St. John Bosco to the Basilica of Our Lady, Help of Christians in Turin, Italy. Come along with host Angela Sealana as we hear stories about Don Bosco, patron saint of magicians & youth, from guest Salesian Sister Guadalupe Medina, FMA.

During our journey, you will hear about:

• St. John Bosco, patron saint of magicians, students & laborers 
• The Basilica he built in Turin, Italy
• Why the Virgin Mary is called "Help of Christians"
• How Don Bosco can give us hope & courage in daily life

Photo of Basilica of Our Lady, Help of Christians courtesy of Franco56, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Click here to see photos of the Our Lady, Help of Christians, as well as a map view of its location!

Jewel for the Journey:

Walk with your feet on earth, but in your heart be in heaven. – St. John Bosco

We are so grateful to this month's sponsors, Francisco & Sherry Beatty, who made this podcast episode possible.

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