To be Marist is to be like Mary

-and to live her spirit

Marists seek to think, judge, feel and act as Mary.

Marist Monthly

A monthly reflection to guide and encourage Marist Groups around Aotearoa - New Zealand

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Marist Moments

A selection of readings to encourage you on the Marist Way

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Marist Families

Encouragement for families with a Marist flavour

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A snapshot of those connected to the Marist Way….

 

  • Marist Way group of women standing together smiling, with a candle on a small table in front of them.

    Marist Laity: Small groups living the Marist Way

  • Marist Way group of diverse people, including children, teenagers, and adults, gathered together at Marist Centre Whanau Maria

    The Logos Project: Youth Development in the Marist Way

  • Group photo of Young Marists wearing matching black t-shirts with 'Young Marists' logo, outdoors, some standing, others kneeling, smiling and posing for the camera.

    Young Marists: Supporting Youth in Education in the Marist Way

  • People sitting around a dining table with desserts, coffee, and orange juice, in a room with brick wall, bookshelf, and a mountain landscape painting.

    Pa Maria Spirituality Centre: Marist Spirituality and Retreats in Wellington

  • Marist Families and two women, a baby in a high chair, and a young child in a room with bean bag chairs, books, and a pink rug, at marist families cuppa and play group

    Mums and Bubs: Supporting families in the City. Cuppa and Play Group

  • Maori Madonna and Maori artwork at Whanau Maria Centre

    Whanau Maria Centre (Auckland): Marist Ministries Office, Marist Spirituality and Retreats

Latest Resources

Marist Monthly

Marist Monthly
A Marist Way
A Marist Way

This month our little office launches our new website, a new email system, a new logo and a new name! That’s a lot of new things!

Underneath, nothing changes too much – if you feel connected as a Marist Lay person, or a Marian Mother, Marist Laity, or a friend of the Marists, then you of course are still welcome to use those names to describe your connection to the Marist family. Or maybe you don’t use a name at all – that’s ok too!

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Marist Families

Marist Families
The School Car Park
The School Car Park

Prior to juggling motherhood I don’t think I had spent much quality time in a car park. I sort of dismissed it as a brief stop on the way to the true destination. But now – now! It’s hard to think of what I HAVEN’T achieved in a car park.

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Marist Moments

Marist Moments
Checking Your Compass
Checking Your Compass

When we set out on a journey - it is helpful to know the destination. In years past we used to make sure we took a map and consulted the compass - we needed to at least start facing in the right direction! Sometimes comfort can set our direction. We need to constantly remind ourselves to check our bearings. These series of Marist Way reflections can help us.

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At the heart of Marist spirituality is a way of living:

to think, judge, feel and act as Mary - to be like her - and bring her presence into the world today. 

The Marist Way

step-by-step guide to exploring the Marist Charism

  • Sign up to receive some introductory materials and be connected with a monthly newsletter exploring the Marist Way and living this spirituality today. 

  • Enjoy a series of Marist Moments to reflect and grow in understanding and appreciation of this charism of doing Mary’s work in Mary’s way today in the Church.

  • Connect with a Marist to begin a journey of living and serving in the Way of Mary. Join in monthly celebrations of the Eucharist, prayer and community together.

  • Take an opportunity to join in Reflection Days at Whanau Maria Centre (Auckland), Pa Maria Centre (Wellington), Marist Parishes in Auckland (Manurewa), St Patricks Church (Napier), St Mary of the Angels (Wellington), Our Lady Queen of Peace (Christchurch)

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