The Society of Saint Francis de Sales, commonly known as the Salesians of Don Bosco or the Salesian Society, is a Roman Catholic religious institute founded by John Bosco, an Italian priest, to help poor children during the Industrial Revolution of the late 19th century, named for Francis de Sales, a bishop from Geneva. In 1845, Don John Bosco opened a night school for boys in Valdocco, which is now part of Turin, Italy. In subsequent years, he opened several more schools, drawing up a set of rules for his helpers in 1857 that became the Rule of the Society of Saint Francis de Sales, which was approved by Pope Pius IX in 1873. Soon, houses were formed in France and Argentina, and the institute began publishing its official print organ, the Salesian Bulletin, in 1877. Within ten years, the Salesians expanded into Austria, Britain, Spain, and several South American countries, then Columbia, China, India, South Africa, Tunisia, Venezuela, and the United States. Today, the Salesians are the third largest missionary organization in the world. At the head of the Salesians is the Rector Major and the Society's general council. Each of its geographical provinces is headed by a Provincial, and each local Salesian community is administered by a superior, known as a Rector. Among the ministries performed by the Salesians include the operation of homeless shelters or homes for at-risk children, vocational and language schoolls for children and adults, boys clubs and community centers, while some Salesians run parish churches. The Salesians are active in publishing and public communications, and the Society operates a network of colleges and universities. Its women's institute is the Salesian Sisters of Don Bosco, also known as the Daughters of Mary Help of Christians. Other members of the Salesian Family include the Daughters of Mary Help of Christians, the Salesian Cooperators, the Visitation Sisters of Don Bosco, Past Pupils of Don Bosco, and several others.
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The Salesians are a Catholic congregation of priests and brothers founded by Saint John Bosco in 1859, who work primarily as educators of the young. General information about the international organization and its founder are put forth, its communities of Salesians of Don Bosco and the Daughters of Mary Help of Christians are identified, along with other members of the Salesian Family.
http://english.donboscocanada.org/
The Salesians of Eastern Africa are known as Mystics in the Sprit, Prophets of Fraternity, and Servants of the Young. The history of Don Bosco and the Salesians is told, along with an overview of their work in East Africa, Salesian ethos, and various resources and downloads. A directory of its facilities and work in Kenya, Tanzania and Sudan are included, along with volunteer opportunities, membership information, and a calendar of events.
http://www.donboscoeastafrica.org/
The National Shrine of Mary Help of Christians is in Stony Point, New York, and located on one hundred and fifty acres, the former Greyridge Farm, and is an apostolate of the Salesians of Saint John Boxco. The shrine itself, a pilgrimage center, a Fatima shrine, a 48-foot Rosary Madonna, Padre Pio shrine, and the Stations of the Cross are described and shown in pictures, along with an overview of its programs and events.
http://www.marianshrine.org/
Salesian Institute Youth Projects
The SIYP works in youth education and skills development, particularly for vulnerable children and at-risk youth in Cape Town, South Africa, offering support, life skills, and vocational training. Its history, leadership, policies and procedures are put forth, including certifications and financial information, its programs, success stories, a gallery of photographs, and volunteer opportunities.
https://www.salesianyouth.org.za/
The SLMs are a Catholic association of men and women who share in the mission of the Salesians of Don Bosco, dedicating themselves to works of education, evangelization, and human development among poor youth. Its application process, discernment, and a preliminary application are featured, with an overview of its requirements and benefits, testimonies from members of the group, and the locations served.
https://salesianlaymissioners.org/
Since their beginnings in 1859, the Salesians of Don Bosco have grown to become the second largest order in the Catholic Church, with a presence in more than a hundred and thirty countries on five continents. The Salesian Family of congregations are introduced, along with its Office for International Programs, the work of the Salesians at the United Nations, and a mission statement.
http://www.salesianmissions.org/
Founded by Don John Bosco in the late 19th century, the Society of Saint Francis de Sales is focused on apostolic and missionary activities, particularly among the young. Its founder, history, and work in Zambia are highlighted, including its commissions, departments, and provincial and council contacts. Its locations are listed, along with other members of the Salesian Family, including the Salesian Sisters, Salesian Cooperators, and Salesian Past Pupil Association.
http://sdbzmb.org/
Salesian Sisters of Saint John Bosco, Eastern Province, USA
Also known as the Daughters of Mary Help of Christians, the Eastern Province is one of two in the United States, the other being the Western Province. The worldwide organization is introduced, along with its activities and missions in the Eastern United States, its mission, vocations, and contacts. Partners in its mission are highlighted, and a gallery of photographs is included.
https://www.salesiansisters.org/
Maintained by the North American Salesian Network (NASN), an organization set up to encourage a collaborative effort among Salesian associations and institutes, through sharing resources, educational services, vocational efforts, and other shared ministries. A list of members, an informational brochure, and an introduction to Salesian Saints are put forth, with contacts, and a blog.
http://salesianspirituality.com/
The international headquarters of the Society of Saint Francis de Sales is in Rome, headed by the Rector Major and the General Council. The official site introduces the Vicar of the Rector Major, the Councilors of social communication, youth ministry, missions and formation, and its regional offices, and offers access to council agendas, documents, photos, and other resources, including access to its regional library.
http://www.sdb.org/en/
Salesians of Don Bosco in Great Britain
The religious congregation of brothers and priests was founded in 1859 by Saint John Bosco, who had a mission to the young, particularly those who were poor, abandoned or at risk. A history of the worldwide Catholic organization and its work in Great Britain is put forth, including the Salesian Sisters and other members of the Salesian Family, its youth ministries, and other programs.
http://www.salesians.org.uk/
Salesians of Don Bosco New Delhi
The Salesians of Don Bosco of the province of Jesus, the Good Shepherd, New Delhi, was established in 1997, and spread to thirteen states of North India. Part of the worldwide religious order known as the Salesians of Don Bosco, a history of the international order as well as its work in India is put forth, with an overview of its services, locations, and contacts. Other resources include a gallery of photographs.
http://www.donboscodelhi.org/
Salesians of Don Bosco, Anglophone West Africa Province
Part of an international congregation in the Catholic Church, the AFW includes Nigeria, Ghana, Liberia, and Sierre Leone, each of which share the use of English as the official language, but with demographic, cultural, and socio-political differences. A history of the congregation and the province are put forth, along with an overview of its projects, missions and locations. Vocational information is included.
http://www.sdbafw.org/
Salesians of Don Bosco, Australia-Pacific
Officially known as the Society of Saint Francis de Sales, an international order of Catholic priests and brothers, the Salesians are dedicated to services to the young, particularly the disadvantaged and marginalized. A history and profile of the organization’s work in Australia is featured, including its vocations, missions, and contacts. Notices and announcements are posted to the site.
https://salesians.org.au/
Salesians of Don Bosco, Canada and Eastern US
The Salesians are part of an international community of consecrated religious, brothers and priests, founded by Saint John Bosco. Its history, a biography of its founder, and its locations in the United States and Canada are posted. New, publications, and digital resources are available, along with membership information, contacts, and an outline of its efforts toward child safety.
http://www.salesians.org/
Salesians of Don Bosco, Eastern Province of USA and Canada
Don Bosco formed a religious congregation of priests and lay Catholics to form the Salesian Society, named for Saint Francis de Sales, with Mary, Help of Christians, as its patroness. A history and a report of its work in the Eastern United States and Canada is included, along with an overview of its formation process, Powerpoint presentations, video, and a blog.
http://www.salesiansofdonbosco.org/
Salesians of Don Bosco, Philippine South Province
The Salesian Family of Catholic religious institutes includes the Salesians of Don Bosco, founded in 1859, and the Daughters of Mary Help of Christians, founded in 1872. Its history, biographical information for its founder, and an overview of its work in the Philippines. is put forth, along with its youth ministry and projects, its vocation, and announcements, a calendar of events, and contacts.
http://dbfis.org/
