St. Dominic Savio: From Ordinary Child to Extraordinary Saint

By REV. MALACHI RIVERS

He was just fourteen years old when he died. By the world's measure, his life should have been too short, too ordinary, too easily forgotten. And yet, St. Dominic Savio shines as one of the Church's brightest lights-a saint whose purity, courage, and joy still speak to hearts today.

St. Dominic Savio: From Ordinary Child to Extraordinary Saint is a captivating journey into the life of a boy who chose holiness over popularity, prayer over distraction, and God's will over his own. Guided by Don Bosco, Dominic discovered that sanctity was not reserved for adults or for those in cloisters, but was possible for children and young people in the midst of play, school, friendships, and family life.

Through vivid storytelling, rich historical detail, and heartfelt reflections, this book brings Dominic's story to life in a way that is both inspiring and deeply relatable. Each chapter unveils a new dimension of his faith: his innocence filled with surprising depth, his fierce love for purity expressed in the motto "Death rather than sin," his devotion to Mary, and his unwavering trust in God even in the face of illness and death.

More than a biography, this is a spiritual companion for anyone longing to live with greater courage, faith, and joy. At the end of every chapter, readers will find questions for reflection, prayers, and invitations to apply Dominic's witness to their own daily life.

Whether you are young or old, searching for purpose, striving for holiness, or simply needing encouragement, the life of St. Dominic Savio will remind you that sainthood is not about length of days or great accomplishments-it is about love. Love lived fully, faithfully, and fearlessly in the ordinary moments of life.

Dominic's story proves that heaven is not far away. It is within reach-even for the smallest, weakest, and most overlooked among us.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0FSSJCQSQ
• ISBN13: 9798267143677
• Release Date: September 2025
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 90 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"