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Students in the forensic science lab at Chaminade University of Honolulu have uncovered all three ecclesiastical classes of relics of Hawaiian Saint Marianne Cope while examining soil from her original gravesite on Moloka‘i. A team of forensic science students at Chaminade University of Honolulu was tasked with analyzing soil from the original gravesite of Hawaiian Saint Marianne Cope. Through their examination, the students successfully recovered all three classes of relics.

Managed by the Marianist Family of Valencia, Spain, on land granted by the Archdiocese, Casa de María is a missionary community that serves the neighborhood and city through social, educational, and celebratory activities rooted in the Marianist charism of solidarity, dialogue, and Christian development. Casa de María is an initiative of the Marianist Family of Valencia (most associates are members of the Marianist Lay Communities, and the Marianist religious community of the

Our Marianist Encounters team will present a workshop titled Marianist Family Encounters Project: The Journey Thus Far and the Path Ahead at the MLC-NA Assembly held in Louisville, KY. The workshop will highlight the ongoing initiatives of the Marianist Family Encounters Project (MFEP) across our Marianist ministries—schools, universities, retreat centers, organizations, and both lay and religious communities—since the project’s launch in 2022. Marianist Encounters advances t

FamilyOnline’s June 2026 issue offers a glimpse into the Marianist Province Assembly where the Society of Mary’s new Provincial Council, led by Brother Ed Violett, SM, was installed. The 2026 Marianist Province Assembly in Dayton, Ohio, gathered over 170 members of the Marianist Family under the theme “Embracing Our Roots, Forging Our Future” to explore how to carry the Marianist legacy forward while responding to the needs of a new generation. Throughout the four-day event,

Brother Tom Giardino, SM, received the Cathedral Latin School Alumni Association 2026 Merit Award as Man of the Year. This award recognizes an individual whose outstanding achievements in their field bring distinction to Cathedral Latin School. Bro. Tom Giardino’s lifelong dedication to the Marianist charism began at Cleveland's Cathedral Latin School, where the 1960 Salutatorian and student leader excelled in academics, journalism, and the school community. Following his d

Through diverse ministries and mindful daily living, the Chaminade Marianist Community in St. Louis, MO, actively integrates environmental sustainability and social outreach to fulfill the goals of Laudato Si’ and the Global Compact on Education. Our Chaminade Marianist Community has remained committed to sustainability and to the goals of Laudato Si' and the Global Compact on Education. Five of our community members are actively engaged in a variety of ministries: parish

To answer the call for ecological responsibility outlined in Laudato Si', the Marianist Community at Hollywood, FL, has implemented a series of practical, eco-friendly changes in daily lifestyle, home infrastructure, and financial practices to actively demonstrate the community's commitment to environmental stewardship and the common good. Inspired by Pope Francis’s encyclical Laudato Si’, which calls all people to care for our Common home through ecological responsibility,

Inspired by Pope Francis' Laudato Si', the Cape May Point community and Mary's House Retreat Center are championing environmental stewardship, spiritual growth, and social solidarity through a comprehensive range of sustainable practices and inclusive outreach programs. The community of Cape May Point, in collaboration with our Marianist Family Retreat Center, Mary’s House, has been actively engaging in a variety of actions to support Pope Francis’ Laudato Si’ initiative thro

The Marianist Religious Community at Sawmill Road, Dayton, OH, promotes ecological initiatives in community living, including support for local immigrants and families in need. As regards MFEP, the community continues to do the following: Recycling More waste reduction by composting and not using plastic bags, etc. Using more eco-friendly detergents Owning more efficient appliances. Increased use of LED lighting in the house. Maintaining the natural and local plants and flowe

We had a reflective conversation on February 12, 2026, focusing on various themes. A synopsis of the Conversation is shared below. Further, we have shared this year’s Prayer and Reflection Guide for the Annunciation of the Lord, March 25, 2026, the Patronal Feast of the Marianist Family. Our February 12, 2026, Conversation Series was attended by five Marianist Encounters Committee members: Sr. Leanne Jablonski, FMI, Bro. Steve O’Neil, SM, Tara Poling, Tony Garascia, and Ha

In the Marianist Encounters Newsletter, November 2025 - January 2026 issue, we honor Our Lady of Lourdes on her feast day, February 11, also the World Day of the Sick. This issue also provides updates from Marianist Institutions around the US and highlights the teachings of Pope Leo XIV, including the Apostolic Exhortation Dilexi Te and the Apostolic Letter, Drawing New Maps of Hope. The final section features extensive quotes from Blessed Adèle de Batz de Trenquelléon on pre

Our MFEP Conference 2024: Follow-up Conversations Series for Participants resulted in fruitful exchanges of experiences, ideas, and opportunities. Given below is a brief synopsis of the two days of Conversations on Jan 12 and Jan 20. Jan 12, 2026 Conversation We had a 45-minute conversation that included a welcome, prayer, introductions, and sharing. We had three Marianist Encounters Committee members, including our co-chair Sr. Leanne Jablonski, FMI, and three MFEP Confere

Our Marianist Schools, Universities, Parishes, and Institutions in the US and internationally celebrated Marianist Heritage Week this January. Whether it is called Founders Week, Chaminade Week, Marianist Heritage Week, or—for some—Marianist Heritage Month, every January, Marianist institutions pause to celebrate the humble yet bold beginnings of the Society of Mary. Across schools, parishes, libraries, and ministries, the Marianist Family once again made visible a living cha

The Marianist Magnificat, December 2025, highlights Marianists' works of justice for the poor and marginalized in Lima, Peru, especially during this Christmas season. More than 30 years ago, Father Eduardo Arens, SM, began the incredible work of providing breakfast to many people living in shantytowns on the outskirts of Lima, Peru. These people are very poor and live in an area with harsh winters. In the context of food insecurity in Peru, in 2025, the CLM youth of Lima co

Fr. James Heft, SM, was presented with the Marianist Award by the University of Dayton (UD) on Thursday, Sept. 25, 2025. The Marianist Award is presented annually to a Roman Catholic whose work has made a significant contribution to intellectual life. A leader in Catholic higher education for more than 30 years, Fr. Jim spent many years at UD, serving as chair of the Religious Studies Department for six years, Provost of the university for eight years, and Chancellor for 10 y

Bro. Steve O'Neil, SM, Liaison for Marianist Brothers and Parishes and MFEP coordinating team member, sends us this update from the...

Read Bro. Larry Mc. Bride’s article from the summer issue of Alive magazine . Bro. Larry resides at the Maria Nilaya Marianist Community...

Village Chaminade Marianist Spiritual Center, in Abidjan, Ivory Coast, led by Marianist Religious, offers resources, including...

Based on the third goal - Listen and educate in faith: On February 11, we celebrate the Feast of Our Lady of Lourdes; on this day, we...

Based on the MFEP's third goal - listen and educate in faith: On February 2, let us pray and reflect on the Feast of the Presentation of...