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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Witnesses from the Past, Hope for the Future: A History of the Marianist Family in Times of Persecution and HardshipGabrielle Bibeau, FMI, examines different times under which the Marianist Sisters were forced to operate under dangerous circumstances of suppression and violence, namely, the French secularization of the early twentieth century (which almost wiped out the Sisters), and the First and Second World Wars. |
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History of the Constitutions of the Daughters of Mary ImmaculateThis historical snapshot traces the name "Daughters of Mary," Chaminade's system of government for the FMI, and the drafting of the Constitutions for the Marianist Sisters. |
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General Superiors of the FMIHere are the names, faces, and terms of service of the women who have guided the Marianist Sisters as General Superiors. We thank God for their leadership. |
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Mother Mechtilde: A Biography of Mère M. Mechtilde Pouilh-Mauriès (1858-1940)Who was the force behind the unity of the Marianist Sisters after expulsion from France? It was Mother Mechtilde. Read the online monograph of this amazing woman . . . who many consider the Second Foundress of the Marianist Sisters. |
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Suppression of Religious Orders in FranceThis is a fascinating history of what happens when a government promulgates laws promoting anticlericalism. |
$9.00 |
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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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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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Companions of Adele (Hardbound)Given our upcoming “Reflecting on the Companions of Adèle” program, Father Joseph Stefanelli’s Companions of Adele is on sale for only $5, plus shipping and handling. (That is an 80% savings.) Order your copy through our bookstore now before this sale expires. |
$25.00 |
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After AdèleThe book fills the gap between Adèle’s death and the suppression of Catholic teaching orders in France at the beginning of the twentieth century. |
$14.00 |
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Adele (Hardbound)Adèle de Batz de Trenquelléon was a woman of great zeal. She empowered many women to grow in faith, community, and service. |
$25.00 |