An Apercu of a Great Man

Of deep importance to him, Blessed John Baptist Scalabrini, Caught the whiff of the Almighty God To lead his people back to faith. Accoutred with moral force, Courage and mutual support, He moved forward to embrace The pilgrim church on the road. Restrictions afflicted his role, To bring the Gospel across cultures But he prayed and travelled, Sowed the seeds of his noble foundation. Missionaries of St Charles, the name He gave to his religious congregation Willing follow the ideals of discipleship Especially to migrants around the globe. In a society ravaged by poverty, Oppression, violence and exploitations, he proclaimed that liberation Can happen and be possible. As he bemoaned his pilgrimage With halts, culs-de-sac and blisters, he continued to walk with people With his vision and love for the poor. Known to every member of his order Is his covenant fideltiy to migrant people He held up to his followers Authentic models of diverse missions. Now, come and join us to hail him As his name echoes elsewhere We recognise him as our great Founder, Apostle and Father to the Migrant People. Blessed John Baptist Scalabrini Whose odour of holiness prevails Here on earth we rejoice For your triumphant entry to sanctity.