NACMS has classified our publications by level to aid you in finding material most helpful to you:
- Basic for those new to the Marianist world and having little or no prior knowledge of Marianist history or the Marianist charism
- Intermediate for those who have some knowledge and understanding of things Marianist
- Advanced for those who have significant knowledge and understanding of things Marianist and want to go deeper
- Resource materials, including prayers, activities, and reflections for individuals and groups
- Reference materials, including source documents and compendia
Marianist Family QuotesSpiritual food for all who teach in body, mind, and spirit |
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A Christmas WeaveAccording to Brother Tom Redmond, SM, "I propose the metaphor of knitting, of working with yarn, to help us understand the many threads that go into creating the Christmas story." |
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Fourth Station of Advent: An Encounter with GraceBrother Tom Redmond, SM, shares his fourth and final Station of Advent, in which he offers three special points of consideration. |
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Founders Coloring PagesGreat resources for children or for your inner-child . . . color pictures of each of the three Marianist Founders |
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Third Station of Advent: An Encounter with John the BaptistBrother Tom Redmond, SM, explores three “annunciations” as part of his series on the "Stations of Advent.". |
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Second Station of AdventBrother Tom Redmond, SM, during the second "Station of Advent," looks at encountering the Prophet Isaiah. |
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A Reflection on AdventBrother Tom Redmond, SM, has developed a series that looks at Advent from a deeply-spiritual perspective, but with a twist: the "Stations of Advent." Join Brother Tom as he explores the first Station in this time of waiting for the birth of the Savior. |
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A Reflection on SaragossaCould it be that our view of what happened to Father Chaminade at Saragossa gives some insight into how God and the intercession of Mary work in our lives through our Marianist commitment? Join Brother Tom Redmond, SM, in his exploration of this question. |
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What Does Mary Believe?I believe in coloring outside the lines . . . This may sound odd to some because I am supposed to be so perfect. |
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Becoming a Caring Community: A Process Guide for Beginning a Small Faith Community in the Marianist TraditionPhilip J. Lohr has created a guide for initial formation for building Small Christian Community in which all members are responsible for the success of the group and are called to lead at some point. At the concluding session, the material enables the group to determine how and if it will continue after its initial formation. |
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The Life of MaryFather Paul J. Landolfi, SM, shares his beautiful reflection on the life and witness of Mary, told through her joy, sorrow, and glory. |
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Chaminade GameNeed a fun Marianist game for a community meeting or retreat? Jim Murray has created a game where you draw, sculpt, sing, and shout about Marianist life. |
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From a Full Heart: Thoughts from Father ChaminadeThis is a spiritual quote a day, the Chaminade way, developed by Francis J. Greiner, SM. |
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Feast of Our Lady of GuadalupeHow do we as Marianists begin to share who Mary is for us today, beyond cultural boundaries? One source is Our Lady of Guadalupe, the Patroness of the Americas. Father Rudy Vela, SM, explores the spiritual and cultural richness of Mary's connection to the Americas. |
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Audio File: The MagnificatMary's conversation with the Angel. |
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Three People, One MissionA look at the skill set that each Founder brought to the establishment of the comprehensive Marianist Family |
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Audio File: Three O'Clock PrayerThis prayer recalls the hour when Jesus, on Calvary, gave Mary as Mother to His beloved disciple. |
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Prayer in a Pinch: Come to the WaterLike the woman at the well, may we be humble before God. |
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Prayer in a Pinch: Mary and ScriptureAre you responsible for prayer at your community’s next gathering? Sr. Mary Louise Foley, FMI, has developed a communal prayer service on Mary and scripture that you can use. |
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Prayer in a Pinch: Nurturing the Vision"It helps, now and then, to step back and take the long view," said Oscar Romero. "The Kingdom is not only beyond our efforts; it is even beyond our vision." Drawing upon these words, Jim Vogt has crafted a social justice prayer service for communal gatherings. |