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Faith Across Borders: The Newly Released Book of Marist Prayers Aims to Bridge Cultures and Generations
December 8 holds deep significance for the Asia-Pacific Marist community and the broader Catholic world. On this day, we celebrate the...

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Dec 8, 20244 min read


International Day of People with Disabilities: FMSI and LaValla School Lead the Way in Inclusive Education in Cambodia
Nestled in Takhmao, Cambodia, LaValla School stands as a testament to Marcellin Champagnat's philosophy of serving those on the margins....

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Dec 3, 20246 min read


Empowering the Next Generation: Marist Collaboration Brings Kiribati Youth Concerns to UN Spotlight
The Marists, through the Secretariat of Solidarity and their NGO Fondazione Marista per la Solidarietà Internazionale (FMSI), are amplifying the voices of Kiribati's youth on the global stage. This initiative is part of the United Nations' Universal Periodic Review (UPR) process, a mechanism that allows civil society organisations to highlight human rights challenges and propose solutions to UN member states. By collaborating closely with local young people aged 16-17, these

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Nov 18, 20246 min read


AMS Impact: How St Marcellin College is Changing Futures for Bangladesh's Tea Garden Children
In the heart of Bangladesh’s tea-producing regions, the legacy of colonialism still lingers, casting a shadow over the lives of many who...

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Oct 21, 20243 min read


Part 2 - Revered Scholar, Loved Educator, True Marist: Celebrating Br Michael Green’s Half-Century of Marist Service
As Br Michael celebrates his Golden Jubilee as a Marist Brother this year, his journey from a rookie teacher to the inaugural National...

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Sep 11, 202412 min read


Part 1 - Revered Scholar, Loved Educator, True Marist: Celebrating Br Michael Green’s Half-Century of Marist Service
Fifty years ago, a young Br Michael Green, FMS, stepped into his first classroom, embarking on a journey that would leave an indelible...

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Sep 11, 202413 min read


Combining Ecology & Spirituality to fight Climate Change: Inside the innovative Champagnat Marist Climate Centre in Fiji
Climate change is not an abstract concept or media buzzword anymore, but a stark reality threatening our home’s very existence. The SoTS...

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Sep 3, 20246 min read


Clean Green Blue – Kiribati Marists’ Tireless Attempt to Save Their Island Home
Many would find it hard to point out Kiribati (pronounced Kiribas), a small island nation comprising 33 atolls and reef islands in the...

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Aug 20, 20246 min read


Bridging Cultures: Bridge Builder Sara Writes About Her Experience in Fiji's Lomeri Marist Community
Sara Petruzzella, 27, is a primary school teacher from Adelaide who began her volunteer experience in Fiji in July. She is living and...

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Aug 13, 20244 min read


Building Bridges: Australian physio provides crucial care to children with disabilities in Timor-Leste
The famous American cultural anthropologist Margaret Mead had once said, "Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed...

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Jul 16, 202411 min read


Meeting Br Jorge Gaio, the Econome General of the Marist Institute
Born in a small town in Brazil, Br Jorge Gaio, the Econome General of the Marist Institute, detested schooling, running away from his...

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Jul 11, 20244 min read


Education that transcends borders: Australian educators collaborate with Timorese teachers to enhance English language capabilities
Last year, as the cool winds of winter swept across Australia, six Australian educators embarked on a transformative journey — one that...

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Jul 1, 20244 min read


Part 2 - 100 years young: Celebrating the incredible life of centenarian Marist Brother Vincent Shekleton
In part 2 of Br Vincent's story, discover more about his unwavering dedication to the Marist charism.

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Jun 16, 20246 min read


Part 1 - 100 years young: Celebrating the incredible life of centenarian Marist Brother Vincent Shekleton
Being in Br Vincent William Shekleton’s company is like spending a cold winter's night by the fireplace, cradling a cup of hot chocolate,...

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Jun 16, 20246 min read
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