Welcome to the Marist Seminary
International Formation for Priests & Brothers of the Society of Mary
The Marist Life
Marists prefer to work where the Church doesn’t exist or where it is not strong. For that reason they are often out on the ‘boundaries’.
Being a Seminarian
Training occurs in stages. The first stage is Accompaniment. The purpose is to clarify together, or ‘discern,’ what God might be ‘saying’ to this young man.
Vocation & Discernment
A vocation is a work that I feel I am meant to do. The calling may be challenging to you, but, if it is truly our Lord who is calling, then have courage.
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Scripture & Prayers to help you discern
It is in times of quiet contemplation of the Scriptures that you are most likely to hear ‘the call’ of God. View the Scriptures section on our Discernment page for more info.
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It Is The Will Which Makes Saints (FS 27:2)![]()
Remarks in the Refectory![]()
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"If we wanted to, we would become saints. There are many who, with a stronger and more determined will, would accomplish extraordinary things. They would lead an ordinary life, it is true, but ordinary to an extraordinary degree. That is to say, they would be saints. Are you going to say that God has not called them to such high perfection just because they have not wanted to achieve it? He has, but they have been unfaithful!"![]()
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"A Founder Speaks" is a collection of Spiritual Talks of Jean-Claude Colin between 1790-1875. This important Marist resource help us gain a better grasp of the characteristic spirit and intentions of the Founder, an effort which Vatican II designated as one of the principles for the renewal of religious life (Prefectae Caritatis 2,b)![]()
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"Like Mary they are to be gentle with others, respectful of their freedom, and sensitive to their point of view. In this spirit they are able to hear the longings of the people of God and discern the signs of hope present in today's world."![]()
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Constitutions of the Society of Mary no. 24![]()
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The Benefits of Consultation (FS 25)![]()
to the priest of La Capuciniere![]()
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"I have never written an important letter without consulting someone. I have always found it advantageous to do so in the past, and I shall always do it in the future. I want that spirit to take hold in the Society. Act in this way with your confreres, it brings unity. See, the first year we lived together, before Rome spoke, we lived in unity, as brothers. We consulted one another, no doing anything without one another."![]()
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"A Founder Speaks" is a collection of Spiritual Talks of Jean-Claude Colin between 1790-1875. This important Marist resource help us gain a better grasp of the characteristic spirit and intentions of the Founder, an effort which Vatican II designated as one of the principles for the renewal of religious life (Prefectae Caritatis 2,b)![]()
#catholicism #catholicfaith #vocations #catholic #vocation #marist #faith #spirituality #spiritual #spiritualgrowth #catholicsaint #catholicsaints #saint #Saints
Fr John Rea's talk "Release of the Gifts" for Charis New Zealand "Recieve Holy Spirit Power" ![]()
Current of Grace National Conference 2023 is now available
Release of the Gifts by Rev John Rea SM - Charis NZ Conference 2023 "Receive Holy Spirit Power"
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The Holy Spirit will enable us to do miracles and bring heaven to earth because we are called to walk in sign and wonder.