The Salesian Sisters Congregation
97
Countries
11,532
Salesian Sisters
42
UK Sisters
7
Communities in UK
Our Mission
By their lives the Sisters witness the words of Jesus, "Whatever you do to the least of my people, you do to me." St. Mary Mazzarello said, "Joy is the sign of a heart that loves the Lord!" Her Sisters live by this motto today.
Worldwide, there are 11,532 Salesian Sisters, and 309 Novices in training. Our Congregation is living and working in 26 nations in Africa; 23 nations in America; 22 nations in Asia; 22 nations in Europe; and 4 nations in Oceania.
About The Salesian Sisters
In 1872 the first group of the Daughters of Mary Help of Christians (Salesian Sisters) made their profession in the Congregation founded by St. John Bosco and St. Mary Mazzarello. Both founders shared a dream to work for the good of young people and lead them to God.
Don Bosco wanted the Sisters to be a living sign of his gratitude to God for all that he had led him to be and do in his life. Our Lady continues to guide her Sisters today.
Latest News
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Br Luka and Br Paulin Ordained to the Diaconate
On the feast of the Most Holy Trinity, Br Luka Grgatovic and Br Paulin Meba celebrated...
Posted: 18th June 2025
Canonisation of Sister Maria Troncatti
Rome (Italy). On 13 June 2025, the Ordinary Public Consistory, presided by the Holy...
Posted: 13th June 2025
Vatican – 13 June 2025: Consistory for the canonisation of Blessed Maria Troncatti
(ANS - Vatican City) - On Wednesday, 4 June 2025, the Office for Liturgical Celebrations...
Posted: 5th June 2025
Latest Resources
Mary Woman of Hope - Novena to the feast of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary
On Monday 9th December, the church will celebrate the feast of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
The FMA have produced a Novena for...
Novena to Mamma Margaret
On November 25, the Salesians celebrate the feast of Venerable Margaret Occhiena, better known as Mamma Margaret, the mother of Don Bosco.
Created by the...
A Camino through Lent 2021 - Easter Sunday
A final reflection from Fr Gerry O'Shaughnessy SDB to bring our Camino to a close, and inspire us with the hope we have as an Easter people.
What's On
28th July 2025 - 4th August 2025
Jubilee for Youth in Rome
On 24th December 2024, Pope Francis opened the Holy Doors of St Peter's Basilica, Archbasilica...
Saints of Don Bosco
Saint John Bosco has inspired thousands of people, young and old, priests, brothers, sisters and lay people, to strive for holiness in their lives. The Church has recognised many of them as outstanding in holiness and deserving the titles of Saint, Blessed, Venerable or Servant of God.