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 the region. Both the Scholasticate and Postulancy programs have now successfully relocated to their new formation home in Triloka, Baucau.

Postulants with Br Matthew and Br Raphael at Triloka.

What was once a scrubland has been transformed into a flourishing Marist village - a vibrant, purpose-built space that will support the growth and formation of our Brothers and future candidates for many years to come. With 26 Brothers in Timor-Leste, this new community at Triloka is a reflection of the momentum and spirit of our growing mission.

The Formation Centre

"This project has been a labour of love and vision. Sincere thanks go to Br Peter Corr and his dedicated team for guiding this remarkable development to near completion.

Congratulations also to Br Tony Caddy, Br Matthew Green, and Br Raphael Fakia for leading the complex relocation from the previous residences to this new home - truly a mighty effort," says Br Greg McDonald, Provincial Delegate to Timor-Leste and Cambodia.

Br Robert, Br Salvador and Br Ronaldo enjoying morning tea with local Ursuline Sisters who were among the first visitors to Triloka.

While the official name of the formation centre is yet to be finalised, the site already carries the feeling of a true Marist village. These early images from Triloka show our Scholastics and Postulants settling into their new environment - one marked by beauty, simplicity, and hope.

Postulant Alarico preparing his new room.

"We look forward with great anticipation to the blessing and official opening of the Triloka Formation Centre in September - a celebration of new beginnings and the enduring Marist spirit," he says.

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