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In a series of several essays, Marianist scholars write on the role of mixed composition in the Society of Mary and its implications for future religious. |
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In the spring of 2024 NACMS facilitated “Reflecting on the Companions of Adèle” – a reading group utilizing Marianist Fr. Joe Stefanelli’s Companions of Adele –that provided participants with a snapshot into the lives of Marianist Sisters who were close confidants to Adèle de Batz de Trenquelléon (Mother Marie of the Conception). Jenee Gonzales, a Lay Marianist from San Antonio, Texas, shares about her experience in the reading group. |
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Annually, on August 13, the Marianist Family celebrates the life and legacy of Blessed Jakob Gapp, SM, a Marianist priest from Austria who was killed for the faith in 1943. |
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This month, we welcome three Marianist Specialists-In-Training: Fr. Renny Markose, SM (Region of India), Bro. Erick Otiende, SM (Region of Eastern Africa), and Fr. Bosco Shin, SM (Region of Korea). |
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In addition to the fact that vowed Marianists are welcome at any programming we offer, a few of our programs are specifically designed to enhance the formation of vowed Marianists. |
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In early August we offered a warm welcome to the eighth cohort of Marianist PULSE (Partners in Urban Leadership, Service and Education). |
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NACMS has started another round of its New Employee Orientation Program. This new cohort includes three employees from the Society of Mary’s US Province - Melissa Barreca (marketing coordinator), Dede Barth (coordinator at the Office of Sponsorship), and Terry Eversole (administrative assistant for the Office of Religious Life) - and Cynthia Sanford (administrative assistant for the University of Dayton’s International Marian Research Institute). |
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There are several Marian feasts in September. We invite you to explore a few of the feasts that are particularly significant for our Marianist Family: |
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Brother Moriarty explores the terms "Marianist mission," "Marianist charism," and "Sodality" related to the vision and wisdom of the Missionary Apostolic (Blessed William Joseph Chaminade) and our comprehensive Marianist Family. Moriarty concludes his work with a modern-day apostolic and ecclesial proposal for the comprehensive Marianist Family: involvement in parishes. |
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After many turbulent years amidst the French Revolution that included the government’s suppression of faith and the exile of priests who would not profess their loyalty to the government, Father Chaminade was exiled from France and went to Saragossa, Spain. |
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During National Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15 to October 15), NACMS is celebrating the contributions of Hispanics and Latin Americans within the Marianist Family. |
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“A Spectacle of Saints” explores the Marianist candidates on the path to sainthood and how we are blessed with ordinary saints in our lives today. |
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The Daughters of Mary Immaculate (FMI) formed their first community in the United States in early October 1949. See how they got started and have evolved into the American FMI of today. |
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In this episode of Sharing Our Marianist Stories, Carol Ramey, former NACMS director and a sought-after presenter on Marianist topics, reflects on Father Chaminade’s exile in Saragossa, Spain. |
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Watch our latest YouTube publication to learn how Sandra Yocum's experience of our Spirit of Saragossa nourished her relationship with Mary, understanding of the Marianist charism, and discernment as she steps into her next stage of life. |
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