Elements of Salesian Spirit. A special concern for the welfare of young people. 1. Youthful.

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Elements of Salesian Spirit

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Elements of Salesian Spirit

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A special concern for the welfare of young people.

1. Youthful

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CompassionCompassion for the young who are most in need

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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.

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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.

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4. Work and Temperance

Learning how to work hard with simplicity and moderation.

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5. Do your duties well

Acceptance of daily routine with cheerfulness. “Here we make sanctity consist in doing our

duty cheerfully.”

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6. Creativity and flexibility

Hallmarks of Salesian presence in our works among the young.

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7. The Eucharist is Central to our Lives.

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8. Devotion to Our Lady

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Other Characteristics of Salesian Spirituality

A. Fidelity and Loyalty to The Pope and the Church.

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B. Peer Ministry

Challenged the young to take leadership

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C. Favor the Poor and most in Need

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D. Young People Need Models

Read the lives of the saints.

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E. Remember Death

We have one life to live to the full.Think of the eternity that awaits you.