Professor John Lydon gave his inaugural lecture at St Mary's University, Twickenham, talking on "The Perennial Influence of the Salesian Style of Accompaniment in Catholic Education settings – The Legacy of St John Bosco"

More than 100 guests filled the auditorium for John's lecture which is a record number for such an occasion at St. Mary's. The audience included past pupils, past students, academic colleagues, members of the clergy and Bishop Richard Moth who is chair of the board of governors of St. Mary's University.

Congratulations to Professor Lydon on his inaugural lecture, and may his work continue to educate faith to a wide audience.

Below you can find the notes of Professor Lydon's lecture.