Who We Are
We, the Salesian Sisters of St. John Bosco, dedicate ourselves completely to young people, the poor, and women at risk. Together with our collaborators and benefactors, we are responding to the profound hopes of today's youth through education and evangelization. True to our mission of forming good Christians and honest citizens, we have made a positive impact in society and are blazing a path for the future.
Summer Camps
Summer Camp season is almost here! Give your children or grandchildren the opportunity to create lifelong memories by enrolling them in a Salesian Sisters Camp. Our programs offer all the fun and excitement of a traditional summer camp, while also fostering growth in faith and virtue. We invite girls ages 6-14 to join us at Camp Auxilium, a wonderful residential and day camp located in Corralitos, CA. For girls and boys ages 5-13, we have fantastic day camps available in Texas and Colorado.
Joyful Habits
We are thrilled to announce that the Salesian Sisters are being featured on the TV series titled "Joyful Habits," produced by Catholic Television of San Antonio. You can see what a day in the life of the Sisters is like, learn more about our mission, and hear inspiring testimonies. Click on the button below to view the premier and second episodes. We thank CTSA for their partnership with us in this and we will keep you posted on future episodes.
Vocations
Is there a deep stirring within you to give yourself to God? Are you willing to allow God to use you as His instrument? Do you desire to bring the light of Christ by serving others? If so, you may be called to religious life.
Support Our Mission
Thanks to the remarkable generosity of many benefactors, the Salesian Sisters continue to be a powerful force for good in society. Together we are making a difference by forming young people to be good Christians and honest citizens. Learn how can be a part of our mission that Our Blessed Mother entrusted to us.
News & Events
Welcoming Pope Leo XIV
Welcoming Pope Leo XIV: A New Chapter for the Church
The Salesian Sisters of the West joyfully join the universal Church...Read more
St. John Bosco's Tips to Grow in Holiness
St. John Bosco believed that holiness is for everyone, especially young people. He spent his life tirelessly fostering holiness in the young...Read more
What is True Friendship? St. Francis De Sales Perfectly Defines it in 5 Beautiful Quotes
Sacred Scripture teaches that “faithful friends are a sturdy shelter; whoever finds one finds a treasure.” (Sirach 6:14)
Anyone who has...Read more
Mission at a Glance
11,500 Salesian Sisters in the world, serving in 96 Countries
83 Sisters & 13 young ladies in formation to become Sisters in our Western Province
Serving youth in 9 Dioceses, 12 Parishes, and 9 Catholic schools
Mission Statement
We, the Salesian Sisters, Daughters of Mary Help of Christians, are a religious community of women founded by St. John Bosco and St. Mary Mazzarello. Our mission is: to provide Christian education and formation to the young, especially the poor, and women at risk; joyfully proclaim the Good News to all cultures; and promote the regeneration of a more just and humane society.