Father Mark Hyde, S.D.B.

Dear Friend,

I thank God for His goodness and love. Being appointed Director of Salesian Missions is exciting, yet humbling.  I realize the awesome responsibility that comes with this position. I know of no better way to love and serve God and His children than through the outreach of the Mission Office.  I look forward to the challenges that await me – and the many accomplishments we will share together! 

St. John Bosco, our founder, said, “Without you I can do nothing,” and his words still ring true today.  Together we can break the terrible cycle of poverty and ignorance that destroys so many young lives. As an INDISPENSABLE PARTNER in this global effort and mission, you help us to live our mission: “Helping others to help themselves.” And alongside the over 34,000 Salesian Priests, Brothers and Sisters in our global mission spanning 132 countries throughout the world, you brighten the lives of poor children who desperately need to know that someone cares.

Our work continues to grow in size and need. With the assistance of your prayers, financial support, and in-kind donations, we are making a tremendous impact in the lives of the needy by operating Orphanages, Shelters, Hospitals, Clinics, Nurseries, Youth Centers, Parishes, and  Schools. Believing that poverty can only be eradicated through education, we take great pride in the accomplishments of our Elementary and High Schools, Vocational, Technical and Agricultural Schools, Colleges and Universities.

It gives me great joy to know that together we have helped to make our world a better place.  While the picture today is hopeful, there are many challenges ahead.

If the many people you have helped through Salesian Missions could speak to you now, they would say “THANK YOU” for the chance to live a life of dignity.  With your prayers and contributions, so many of God’s children will know a kinder today and happier tomorrow.

I assure you that I will strive to be a responsible steward of your selfless gifts — and I ask for your prayers that God will guide me on this new path.

To this, I add my sincere thanks and assurance of  prayers.

Gratefully yours,

Father Mark Hyde, S.D.B.

P.S.  Let us pray that our global good works continue and that all children, wherever they may be, are treated with respect and decency.

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