Mission News
Four years after a massive earthquake left Haiti in ruins, Salesian missionaries continue to work with those in need — leading ongoing reconstruction efforts as well as assisting families and children who still require shelter, warm meals and clean water. And, thanks to the caring support of friends like you, we are making steady progress.
Emergency in South Sudan
January 13, 2014
“May Jesus, the Prince of Peace, touch the hearts of leaders, commanders and politicians to make responsible choices in favor of the suffering people and the good of this new nation.” This is the prayer of Salesian missionaries serving in South Sudan — where escalating violence threatens to plunge the country into civil war.
Fr. Edward Cappelletti, SDB (1921-2013)
December 13, 2013
Fr. Edward Cappelletti, SDB1921-2013We mourn the passing – and celebrate the life –of a true hero to the poor and needy.As a young Salesian priest in the 1950’s, Fr. Edward Cappelletti had a vision. Assigned the task of raising funds through a small missions development office in New Rochelle, New York, he aspired to accomplish…
Central African Republic: Please Help
December 9, 2013
You Can Save a Life in the Philippines
November 15, 2013
When Super Typhoon Haiyan devastated the Philippines on November 8th, our Salesian missionaries living on the islands responded immediately to help their suffering neighbors—including many children orphaned in the wake of the storm. By quickly coordinating an emergency relief effort on the ground, many lives were spared. But now they are calling for outside help…
Safe Havens and Healthy Alternatives for Youth
November 7, 2013
Juarez, Mexico has been called “the murder capital of the world.” Escalating brutality among rival drug cartels — combined with widespread corruption and poverty — casts a cloud of hopelessness and despair over this city just to the west of El Paso. In a bold effort to curb the violence and bring positive, peaceful change…
Thanksgiving Meals Ready for Delivery … with Your Help
November 1, 2012
Thanksgiving Day is about to be lifechanging for thousands of starving children… if we can count on you. Tons of donated food by partnering humanitarian organizations is ready for shipment. We just need help to cover the transportation expenses so our Salesian Missionaries can get nutritious meals into the hands – and mouths – of…
A Remarkable Legacy
November 1, 2012
The Christmas season is a wonderful time to ensure a bright future for the world’s neediest children. By including Salesian Missions in your estate planning – whether you designate us in your will or establish a Charitable Gift Annuity that provides you with guaranteed income for life – you will establish a legacy that will…
In Sri Lanka: Giving Girl Soldiers A Better Life
April 13, 2012
Their bright smiles and cheerful appearances conceal the grim pasts of the young girls at the Mary Help of Christians House in Negombo, Sri Lanka. These girls are former child soldiers, trying to heal and move on from devastating physical and emotional wounds.Mary Help of Christians is home to 173 girls who were soldiers during…
In India: A Team Effort to Rescue Street Children
April 13, 2012
At the Coimbatore railway station in India, homeless children are a common sight. Many arrive by train – they are stowaways taking desperate measures to escape extreme poverty, abuse and neglect. Sadly, they fail to realize that life on the streets will only prolong their misery.Fortunately, there is a group of guardian angels who have…