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RIP, Br Jordan: 99 Years of Faith, Friendship, and Service
On 13 July, Br Jordan Redden FMS passed away at 7:40 pm in Adelaide. Below is an obituary written by Br Peter Carroll, Provincial of the...

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Jul 143 min read
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A New Chapter in Timor-Leste: Marist Brothers Establish Community in Triloka
There are now officially three Marist Brothers’ communities in Timor-Leste - a remarkable sign of how the Marist presence is growing in...

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Jul 12 min read
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RIP, Br Vincent: A Century of Life, Eight Decades of Loving Service
On 21 April, Br Vincent Shekleton FMS passed away at 7:25 pm in Campbelltown, Sydney. Below is an obituary written by Br Peter Carroll,...

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Apr 225 min read
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Part 2: Through the Lens of History: A Photo Essay on the Marist Brothers in Australia
The Marist Brothers have a rich and inspiring history in the Pacific. From the first Brothers who journeyed from Europe to Aotearoa-New...

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Mar 132 min read
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RIP, Br Arthur: A Life Well-Lived in Service and Faith
On 25 February, Br Arthur Maybon, FMS, passed away in Melbourne. Below is an obituary written by SoTS Provincial, Br Peter Carroll. Br...

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Feb 254 min read
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RIP, Br John Wells: Honouring 61 Years of Faithful Service
On 17 January, Br John Wells, FMS, passed away in Ashgrove, Queensland. Below is an obituary written by SoTS Provincial, Br Peter...

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Feb 184 min read
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Part 2 - Br Noel Hickey at 100: A Life of Service, Humility and Wisdom
This is the second part of Br Noel's story. Read how his unwavering dedication to the Marist charism transcended borders and transformed...

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Feb 77 min read
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Part 1 - Br Noel Hickey at 100: A Life of Service, Humility and Wisdom
The Australia of the 1920s and 30s was a nation in flux, caught between the lingering shadows of the Great War and its aftermath,...

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Feb 76 min read
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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
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Oceania Comes Alive: From Kiribati Graduations to All Souls' Day Observances
From celebrating student graduations in Kiribati to observing All Souls' Day across the islands, Oceania has been vibrant with gatherings...

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Nov 15, 20243 min read
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MaristStar History - Br Frederick Smith: a model for Marists today
In December 1879 two new Novices joined the recently opened Novitiate at St Joseph’s in Hunters Hill: Br Basil Kelly from Aotearoa - New...

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Nov 13, 20243 min read
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Marist180 in the Limelight: Award Nominations for Outstanding Staff and Programs
Youth Action is the peak organisation representing young people and youth services in NSW. Youth Action works towards a society where all...

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Oct 14, 20243 min read
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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
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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
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