Salesian Sisters of Don Bosco
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The Salesian Sisters of Don Bosco, formally known as the Daughters of Mary Help of Christians (F.M.A.), are a large Roman Catholic religious congregation of women. Founded in 1872 in Mornese, Italy, by St. John Bosco and St. Mary Mazzarello, their mission is the Christian education of youth, particularly those who are less privileged.12
Following St. John Bosco's educational approach, the sisters emphasize reason, religion, and amiability. They utilize academic studies, manual skills, work, clubs, and athletic games to foster character development. This mirrors the work of the male Salesians, the Society of St. Francis de Sales (S.D.B.), also founded by St. John Bosco to aid orphaned and homeless child laborers.12
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