The worldwide Institute of the Daughters of Mary Help of Christians (also known as the Salesian Sisters) celebrates its 150th anniversary on August 5th, 2022! We were founded in 1872 in Mornese, Italy by St. Mary Mazzarello & St. John Bosco. We thank Mary Help of Christians for walking among us – as a Mother and Helper – and being an active presence in our communities and ministries. She strengthens our commitment to educate the young and be a “sign and expression of God’s forseeing love among young people.” (Constitutions of the Daughters of Mary Help of Christians, Article 1)