(ANS – Rome) – 164 years ago, on December 18, 1859, with 17 members, Don Bosco founded the Salesian Congregation with the name of the “Pious Society of Saint Francis de Sales”. Since 1859, the Salesian Society has spread all across the five continents. This year the Salesians have opened a new presence in Niger and Botswana. Thus, to remember that the spirit and missionary commitment … Continue reading Rector Major’s Missionary Appeal for 2024

(ANS – Rome) – The Salesians of Don Bosco celebrate 164 years of existence this Monday, December 18th. The Salesian Congregation came into existence on December 18, 1859 in Turin, with seventeen young people in addition to the founder, John Bosco, and with the name of the “Pious Society of Saint Francis de Sales”. Since then it has continued to grow and spread throughout the five … Continue reading The Salesian Congregation turns 164 this Week

By Fr. Alfred Maravilla, SDB Mission Councilor (ANS – Rome) – In this Advent season, the missionary reflection for the 11th of the month by the General Councillor for the Missions, Fr. Alfred Maravilla, addresses a complex, but fundamental topic:”salvation”. The Creed we recite every Sunday resounds in a special way as we approach Christmas: “For us and for our salvation He … was incarnate … Continue reading Incarnated for Our Salvation!

From Salesian Missions (ANS – New Rochelle) – Salesian Missions, the U.S. development arm of the Salesians of Don Bosco, joins humanitarian organizations and the international community in honoring International Migrants Day. Each year, International Migrants Day is held on Dec. 18 to recognize the efforts, contributions, and rights of migrants worldwide. About 184 million people — 2.3% of the world’s population — live outside of … Continue reading Int’l Migrants Day: Salesian Missions Highlights Programs that Support Young Migrants