Serve the Lord Joyfully!

– St. John Bosco

By the Numbers

Youth Served
0 +
Countries Served
0 +
Lay Missioners
0 +

Serve Like Don Bosco

St. John Bosco drew young people to God with his presence.  But he couldn’t do it alone – he needed lay people like you!
Choosing to serve can feel risky.  But you’ll be glad you did.  Your experience will shape the way you work, pray, and see your purpose in life.

Deciding Your Next Steps in Life?

We discern with you how to best use your gifts.  You can teach, work in a parish, run retreats, help at-risk children, care for refugees and more.

Jump into each day like Don Bosco.  Pray with the Salesians, laugh with the children, and watch God provide for you in surprising ways.  Pour yourself out to the kids.  You’ll be amazed at what you can do!

Meet the SLMs

Meet the current lay missioners who have committed themselves to furthering Don Bosco’s and the church’s mission of serving those at-risk.

Photo of Edwin Feliberty Jr. Edwin Feliberty Jr. Stony Point, NY
Hometown Jersey City NJ College Rutgers University Mission Site The National Shrine of Mary Help of Christians Stony Point NY

Rooted in Christ, Ready to Serve
Christ is the center of my life. Daily Mass, the Rosary, and time with Scripture fuel my desire to live fully aligned with God’s will. I want to go to heaven—and I want to bring others with me. I believe the laity are called to bring the Gospel to every corner of society, and I’m committed to doing that with joy and humility.

Why the Salesians?
When I discovered the Salesian Lay Missioners, something clicked. Their joyful spirit, deep love for the Church, and tireless commitment to youth and education resonated deeply with my heart and my gifts. I’m drawn to their focus on community life, evangelization through presence, and their belief that holiness is possible in everyday life. It’s a spirituality that feels like home.

Building the Kingdom with Code and Compassion
With a background in software engineering and experience teaching tech to youth, I’m passionate about bridging digital skills with human dignity. I love helping young people realize their potential—whether that’s through learning something new or encountering Christ’s love through presence and encouragement.

Photo of Alexandria Foos Alexandria Foos San Pedro Sula, Honduras
Hometown Columbus OH College University of Dayton Mission Site Instituto María Auxiliadora San Pedro Sula Honduras

Drawn to Mission, Rooted in Faith
The desire to serve has been with me for as long as I can remember. From an early age, I felt a pull toward international mission and even began learning Spanish in middle school with the hope of one day traveling abroad to help those in need. While I explored opportunities with the Peace Corps and other NGOs, something never quite clicked—until I discovered Catholic organizations that served the poor with both material support and spiritual accompaniment. As my faith deepened, I realized I wanted to serve alongside others who shared the same Catholic values, grounded in humility, simplicity, and love.

From Capitol Hill to the Hill of the Lord
After graduating, I worked in the U.S. House of Representatives for three years, serving my hometown district and learning invaluable lessons about leadership and service. While I was grateful for the experience, I began to feel spiritually unsettled and uncertain about my next steps. I prayed, discerned, and eventually found myself returning to that long-held desire for mission. What moved me most about the Salesian Lay Missioners wasn’t just their global reach—it was the way they described mission as becoming a mother, sister, and friend to children who lacked those examples of love.

Choosing Joy with the Salesians
Attending the SLM Discernment Weekend confirmed everything I had been feeling. There was a peace that settled over me—a peace I hadn’t felt in years. I saw clearly the joy of a life rooted in God and of being part of a mission family that lives simply and loves deeply. For as long as I can remember, I’ve trusted God’s direction, and now I feel Him inviting me to step forward with courage and joy.

Photo of Douglas Hindman Douglas Hindman Alexandria, Egypt
Hometown Englewood CO College Colorado State University Mission Site Don Bosco Technical Institute Alexandria Egypt Blog: My Blog

Why I’m Here
I’ve felt the call to mission since I was a child. Early service trips to inner-city Chicago, a Native American reservation, and rural Costa Rica planted the seed. Years later, after returning to the Catholic Church and growing in faith through adult altar serving and RCIA involvement, I knew it was time to respond. Serving as a Salesian Lay Missioner is my way of living out that call—offering my gifts to build up the Church and walk with others in faith.

Why the Salesians?
What excites me most about the Salesians is their commitment to joy, community, and the young. Their focus on presence, education, and faith-filled living is exactly the kind of mission I want to be part of. As someone who values structure, fraternity, and meaningful service, I’m eager to be shaped by the Salesian way of life.

Teaching and Witnessing Christ
I feel called to teach—especially English and history—and I’m certified to teach English as a second language. My background in writing and communication, combined with my love for the Church, makes me excited to help others gain language skills that can build bridges across cultures and grow the universal Church. Above all, I want to witness Christ in everyday moments and serve with humility, presence, and love.

Page 1 Page 2 Page 3

Recent Posts

Scroll to Top