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Walking in the Footsteps of Marcellin: Champagnat Marists from Aotearoa New Zealand Embark on a Pilgrimage of Heart and Spirit
From 13 to 23 September, Champagnat Marists from Aotearoa New Zealand undertook their second annual pilgrimage to Rome, L’Hermitage, and Lyon. It was a deeply moving journey, tracing the footsteps of St Marcellin Champagnat. Along the way, the pilgrims deepened their understanding of the Marist heart and mission, and formed beautiful connections that will last a lifetime, writes Daniel Dungey, Partnership Coordinator for Fiji, Samoa, Kiribati, and Aotearoa New Zealand. Our se

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Oct 234 min read
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Auckland Hosts Provincial Council: Focus on Schools, Safeguarding, and Missions
From 27 to 29 August, the Provincial Council held its regular meeting in Auckland, Aotearoa New Zealand. In attendance were Provincial Br...

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Sep 12 min read
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Celebrating Our Brother Jubilarians in Aotearoa - New Zealand
On Sunday 24 August, the Aotearoa New Zealand Brothers gathered to celebrate the Jubilees of Brothers Richard Dunleavy (75 years),...

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Aug 251 min read
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Champagnat in the Pacific 2025: Three Days of Faith, Learning, and Connection for Aotearoa’s Marist Educators
From 3 to 6 August, nineteen participants from ten schools in our network in Aotearoa New Zealand took part in the annual Champagnat in...

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Aug 133 min read
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Remembering Br James McBride FMS: A Tribute by Former Pupil Br Tim Leen
On 14 July, Br James McBride FMS passed away in Aotearoa New Zealand. Below is the eulogy delivered at his funeral by Br Tim Leen, a...

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Jul 244 min read
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Learning in Action: St John’s College Hamilton Students Visit Peers at St Michel’s, Vanuatu
Last week of June, St Michel Technical College in Santo, Vanuatu, welcomed some special visitors - a group of students and teachers from...

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Jul 141 min read
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RIP, Br John Fitzgibbon: Honouring A Life of Faith and Devotion
On 21 April, Br John Fitzgibbon passed away at 10:30 pm (NZ time) in Auckland, Aotearoa-NZ. Below is an obituary written by Br Peter...

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Apr 244 min read
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One Spirit, Many Shores: Palm Sunday Observed Across the Province
Palm Sunday, the gateway into Holy Week, was celebrated with deep faith and vibrant community spirit across our diverse and beautiful...

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Apr 142 min read
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Honouring the Past, Retracing History: The First Champagnat Marist Educators’ Pilgrimage in Aotearoa
On this sacred day of the Annunciation, we have a special story to share - a story of faith, mission, and connection. The Marists have...

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Mar 256 min read
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Faith, Leadership & Community: 38 Champagnat Marist Student Leaders Gather in Christchurch
The annual Champagnat Marist Student Leaders Forum in Christchurch, Aotearoa - New Zealand, recently concluded, with 38 students...

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Feb 272 min read
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Revitalising Marist Mission: The Launch of the Association of Champagnat Marists in Aotearoa
In Aotearoa-New Zealand, a transformative initiative is uniting Marists through spirituality, service, and a renewed sense of belonging....

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Jan 205 min read
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Champagnat Marist Education Limited: Landmark Initiative Signals New Era for Marist Schools in New Zealand
In a landmark development for Marist education in Aotearoa - New Zealand, the Marist leadership has established Champagnat Marist...

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Jan 203 min read
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Simple, Spiritual, and Supportive: Br Tim Leen's Eulogy for Br Sam Eathorne
On 9 January, Br Samuel Eathorne, FMS, passed away in Auckland, Aotearoa-New Zealand. Below is the eulogy Br Tim Leen gave at Br Sam's...

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Jan 179 min read
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RIP, Br Samuel Eathorne: Honouring a Legacy of Dedication and Faith
On 9 January, Br Samuel Eathorne, FMS, passed away in Auckland, Aotearoa-New Zealand. Below is an obituary written by SoTS Provincial, Br...

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Jan 95 min read
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Champagnat Marists from Aotearoa New Zealand successfully complete their inaugural pilgrimage to Rome and L'Hermitage
The inaugural pilgrimage of the Champagnat Marists of Aotearoa New Zealand to Rome, Lyon, and L'Hermitage from 2 to 10 September 2024,...

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Sep 26, 20244 min read
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Champagnat in the Pacific: 20 Educators Gather for Transformative Retreat in Auckland
The annual Champagnat in the Pacific staff formation program concluded last week in Aotearoa, New Zealand. Approximately 20 participants...

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Aug 19, 20243 min read
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