Elements of Salesian Spirit
Mar 26, 2015
Elements of Salesian Spirit
A special concern for the welfare of young people.
1. Youthful
CompassionCompassion for the young who are most in need
2. Kindness
Kindness and a welcoming attitude – lived out in openness, cordiality, readiness to make the first approach and to put others at ease with our
friendship, respect and patience.
3. Optimism and Joy
There is no place for discouragement in the face of difficulties, but a calm and serene acceptance of
whatever is good.
4. Work and Temperance
Learning how to work hard with simplicity and moderation.
5. Do your duties well
Acceptance of daily routine with cheerfulness. “Here we make sanctity consist in doing our
duty cheerfully.”
6. Creativity and flexibility
Hallmarks of Salesian presence in our works among the young.
7. The Eucharist is Central to our Lives.
8. Devotion to Our Lady
Other Characteristics of Salesian Spirituality
A. Fidelity and Loyalty to The Pope and the Church.
B. Peer Ministry
Challenged the young to take leadership
C. Favor the Poor and most in Need
D. Young People Need Models
Read the lives of the saints.
E. Remember Death
We have one life to live to the full.Think of the eternity that awaits you.