Meet our
Current Lay Missioners
Why have you joined the Salesian Lay Missioner program and/or what do you hope to accomplish thru your SLM mission?
To demonstrate Christian values by helping other people to improve their lot in life.
What do you expect to do on mission?
Teach English
Why did you choose to serve?
I serve because it gives me life and purpose. Since I was young, I have always yearned to help others, not just on weekends, but as a full-time career. However, my rationality prevented me from pursuing this lifestyle, and it led me to walk down a path of security but one void of meaning. This resulted in me facing a spiritual/mental “dark night” of my own. It was during this time that I made the decision to put everything on pause and pursue the lifestyle that I have always wanted: a life of service to others. So far the experience has been transformative and life-giving, so I figured: why stop?
What does ‘missioner’ mean to you?
To me, being a ‘missioner’ is being someone who reflects the love of Christ to those around them so that the lives of those I touch may come to know and love Christ. A ‘missioner’ embodies the spirit of compassionate service done with humility such that love is the source and the destination.
Why have you joined the Salesian Lay Missioner program and/or what do you hope to accomplish thru your SLM mission?
The Salesians appealed to me because of their love for youth programs and helping children from a small age to encounter Christ. I love what St. John Bosco stood for during his life, and what he still stands for today. As a missionary I hope to contribute by being a light for these kids in need. Mary Help of Christians, pray for us on mission!
What do you expect to do on mission?
I look forward to simply serving my neighbor, and trusting God’s plan through it all! Whether I’m involved in educating youth, Catechism classes, or just being present with the kids at the Casa Hogar – anything that helps bring about God’s kingdom on earth. And I expect the Eucharist will taste just as great in Colima as everywhere!
Why have you joined the Salesian Lay Missioner program and/or what do you hope to accomplish thru your SLM mission?
I want to offer my skillset back to God.
Why have you joined the Salesian Lay Missioner program and/or what do you hope to accomplish thru your SLM mission?
Discern God’s call for religious life or missionary life ; Help the poor get out of poverty via education
What do you expect to do on mission?
Teaching English
Why have you joined the Salesian Lay Missioner program and/or what do you hope to accomplish thru your SLM mission?
To serve in whatever manner requested!
What do you expect to do on mission?
Serve in whatever manner is requested!
Why have you joined the Salesian Lay Missioner program and/or what do you hope to accomplish thru your SLM mission?
I want to serve with and be formed by Salesians before I enter the medical field. I want to gain Spanish fluency in order to better serve Spanish speaking patients. I want to develop a Salesian spirituality that I can bring into my career.
What do you expect to do on mission?
Teach classes, run camps, be available to the Salesian community