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New Beginnings: Postulants from Timor-Leste and the Pacific Begin Their Novitiate Journey in Sri Lanka
On Wednesday, 30 April, eight Timorese postulants, accompanied by Br Matthew Green, departed Dili, capital of Timor-Leste, for the...

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Apr 301 min read
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Stations of the Cross Through Eroded Shores Reflects a Creation in Crisis, writes Br Chris Poppelwell
Last week on Good Friday, Lomary Parish in Fiji marked the Stations of the Cross with a powerful reflection on the urgent issue of sea...

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Apr 283 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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Rest Now, Holy Father: A Tribute to Pope Francis (1936–2025) by Br Peter Carroll
Pope Francis died on April 21, 2025, at the age of 88, at his residence in the Vatican’s Casa Santa Marta. What follows is a reflection...

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Apr 225 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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Where the Journey Began: New Book Honours the Formation Houses That Shaped Marist Brotherhood in the Province
For those pursuing a religious life, a formation house is more than just a building - it’s a sacred space where one discerns their...

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Apr 1613 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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Charting the Future: Province Ministries Director Visits Marist Communities in Fiji
During a recent visit to Fiji, Mark Pauschmann, the inaugural Executive Director of Province Ministries, spent time with various Marist...

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Apr 91 min read
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St Joseph’s College, Samoa: Br Kevin O’Malley Reflects on its 75 Years of Marist Education, Legacy, and Lasting Influence
St Joseph’s College in Samoa will mark its 75th anniversary in 2025 - a milestone celebrating its rich legacy of faith, education, and...

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Apr 14 min read
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A Sacred Renewal: 12 Timorese Brothers Renew Their Commitment to Marist Life in Baucau
On 22 March, 12 Timorese Brothers renewed their vows of poverty, chastity and obedience in Baucau, Timor Leste. They are Brothers Adelino...

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Mar 292 min read
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Strengthening Marist Bonds across the Province: MLF Team visits Marist Communities in Timor-Leste
Tony Clarke and Br Michael Callinan from the Mission and Life Formation Team visited Timor-Leste from February 24–27 and thoroughly...

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Mar 272 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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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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In the Garden, There Was a Tomb: Br Paul Creevey’s Book Sheds New Light on an Ancient Text
One of the most beautiful aspects of religious texts is their ability to be interpreted across generations, allowing each reader to find...

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Mar 79 min read
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Part 1: 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 53 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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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
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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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