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Two Centuries of Faith and Mission: Br Barry Authors the First Comprehensive Book on The Hermitage
For over two centuries, Notre Dame de l’Hermitage has stood as a beacon of faith, mission, and Marist heritage. More than just a...

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Feb 2411 min read


A New Beginning: Colégio Marista, The First Marist School Opens in Lautem, Timor-Leste
In Timor-Leste, within the District of Lautem, Colégio Marista officially opened its doors on 3 February. The founding staff includes Br...

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Feb 42 min read


Immersion with Purpose: Marist Youth Ministry’s Transformative Experience in Cambodia
From December 5 to 16, ten participants from Marist Youth Ministry (MYM) embarked on an immersion experience in Cambodia. This initiative...

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Feb 34 min read


From Suva to Samoa: The Inspiring Journey of a Marist Alumnus, Rooted in Gratitude and Faith
Often in our mission, we find ourselves reflecting on the lives we have touched - the people we have encountered, listened to, and...

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Jan 282 min read


Justin Durling Appointed CEO of Champagnat Marist Education Limited, Aotearoa - NZ
Champagnat Marist Education Limited (CMEL) established by the New Zealand Marist Brothers Trust Board, is pleased to announce the...

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Dec 23, 20242 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


Provincial Council’s Timor-Leste Visit: Celebrating Community and New Developments
The SoTS Provincial Council - Br Peter Carroll, Br Darren Burge, Br Greg McDonald, and Br Kevin Wanden - accompanied by General...

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Nov 20, 20242 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...

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Nov 18, 20246 min read


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


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


From Canberra to Honiara: Marist College Canberra launched its first Staff Immersion to the Solomon Islands
In a bold move to strengthen relationships with the Marist Brothers' Star of the Sea Province, Marist College Canberra launched its first...

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Oct 22, 20244 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


Following in Marcellin's Footsteps: Six Marist Brothers Renew Vows in Timor-Leste
On 5 October, six Timor-Leste Brothers renewed their vows in Baucau, Timor Leste. They are: Brs Clementino Xavier, Dionisio M. Martins,...

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Oct 9, 20242 min read


Pasifika News: Marist Schools Continue to Promote Spiritual Growth and Community Connection in the Pacific
This week, from Bougainville to Fiji, Vanuatu to Samoa, our schools and communities have been engaged in activities that strengthen...

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Oct 6, 20242 min read


Humanitarian Efforts Continue as Blue Marists in Syria Welcome New Team, reports Br Georges Sabé
Since 2 September 2024, a new management team has taken over from the leadership of the “Blue Marists” in Aleppo, Syria, previously made...

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Oct 3, 20245 min read


Voices of Reflection: Marist Educators Share Insights from Biennial Conference in Alice Springs
From 28 July to 30 July, over 160 Marists gathered in Alice Springs, Northern Territory, for the Biennial Conference of Marist Schools...

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Sep 30, 20247 min read


Star of the Sea Province Announces Mark Pauschmann as First Executive Director of Province Ministries
Message from Br Peter Carroll, FMS Provincial, Star of the Sea Province Since the establishment of the Star of the Sea Province in...

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Sep 27, 20242 min read


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


Marist District of Asia Holds First Laity Gathering, Supported by SoTS Representatives
From 23 to 25 August 2024, the Marist District of Asia (MDA) welcomed Lay Marists and Brothers from across India, Cambodia, Thailand and...

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Sep 26, 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
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