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.
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Spiritual Direction: Chaminade and ChevauxExplore spiritual direction in early Marianist life. |
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Society of Mary in MexicoLearn about the Marianist implantation in Mexico, which was ended in 1914 because of the Mexican Revolution, and the second implantation that was begun in 1980 and continues today. |
$14.00 |
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Our First Century: 1817-1917Lebon does a marvelous job of painting a vivid picture of life in the Society of Mary from its inception through the generalate of Good Father Hiss. |
$6.00 |
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Origins of the Marianist Family: Notes on Marianist HistoryIt reads like a Hollywood thriller--and in fact it includes a DVD, called Where We Were Born--yet it is the essence of our Marianist history, the true story of our origins, filled with moments of joy, betrayal, and uncertainty. |
$25.00 |
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Marianists in a Continuing MissionThis concise text marvelously highlights the history of the Society of Mary from it’s inception through the late sixties. |
$5.00 |
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Last Years of Father Chaminde: 1841-1850Provides key information on Blessed Chaminade's painful last years. |
$5.00 |
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JalonsA four-volume work that presents the life of William Joseph Chaminade from 1761 to 1816, ending with the foundation of the Society of Mary. |
$68.00 |
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Father Leo Meyer's 13 Years at NazarethA touching account of the joys and struggles of founding the Society of Mary in the United States, including the establishment of the University of Dayton and Saint Mary's University |
$14.00 |
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Courtès LettersThis is an excellent read for those who like to see the challenges and complexities of establishing an implantation: in this case, the initial American Province of the Society of Mary. |
$14.00 |
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Confidential MemorandumThe "Confidential Memorandum" is a diatribe full of false assertions used to have Chaminade removed from authority so Roussel, its author, could position himself to assume leadership in the Society of Mary. |
$9.00 |