Mary

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

The resources listed below are found within our e-publications and bookstore. Items available in our library are not listed, but can be found by searching in our library catalog.

BAS / INT	"Mother Mary, the Juiciest Tomato of All" “What is your take on Mary?” If you work at a Marianist institution, especially if you are in charge, this question may seem overwhelming. Father Joseph H. Lackner, in sobering candor, explores his relations with Mary. He draws upon literature and Scripture in his reflection and invites the audience to ponder and to grow in relationship with Mary.
Basic	Marianist Charism and Our Life/Work Among the Poor This short read challenges us to consider our solidarity with the poor, no matter how we define the poor, and to respond to injustice with faith as Mary did.	$3.00
Basic	Until Christ Be Formed in You Father Landolfi facilitates conversation between Mary, the mother of Jesus, and the reader. Each chapter begins with a passage from scripture that depicts an event or description of Jesus' life.	$9.00
Intermediate	Mary, Collaborator with the Holy Spirit: Reflections on the Teaching of Blessed William Joseph Chaminade What are the teachings of Father Chaminade regarding the relationship between Mary and the Holy Spirit? How do we, as Marianists, view the collaboration between Mary and the Holy Spirit, and build a relationship within this collaboration?	$13.00
Advanced	Commentary on the Rule of Life of the Society of Mary This book includes 52 articles that reflect the major themes in the life of Marianist religious.	$24.00
Basic	Things Marianist: Why Mary? This pamphlet details the thinking of the Founders and includes comments from contemporary Marianists on Mary's meaning today.	$0.60
Basic	When God Says No: Our Lady of Sorrows Whenever I pray I want to believe that I will be heard and God most certainly will answer my prayer(s). . . but then what if God says, “No.”
Resource	Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe How 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.
Resource	Prayer in a Pinch: Mary and Scripture Are 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.
Resource	Footprints, A Marian Variation Similar to the popular "Footprints" poem, a Marianist has written a version focused on Mary after her son's execution. "One day a woman sat in a lovely garden. She was alone. Two days ago she buried her son here."