E-Publications
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
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Do You Believe in the Communion of Saints?As we celebrate All Saints' Day and All Souls Day, NACMS looks back at this article by Father Paul Landolfi, SM, which asks "Do You Believe in the Communion of Saints?" |
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Spirituality in the WoodsBrother Donald Boccardi, SM, known for his love of music, turned to one of his passions--song lyrics--to probe spirituality in the modern era: in particular "Into the Woods," by Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine. |
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Guadalupe: A Personal AccountBrother Stephen Glodek, SM, shares his personal feeling and realization that the miracle of Our Lady of Guadalupe "had little to do with roses in December or miraculous pictures on cloaks. The miracle of Guadalupe is something about a God who loves each of us." |
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AnniversariesSister Laura Leming, FMI, shares her prayer-filled feelings of commitment in light of the falling of the World Trade Center. |
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Assumption of MaryTied to this feast are themes of Mary as Mother of the Church and model for the Church. In her, the Church witnesses the fullness of the effects of the saving death and resurrection of Christ for humanity. |
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Saint Juan Diego, Icon of Mary's Evangelizing Mission: Model for the LaityJuan Diego’s canonization has renewed and increased the momentum of the movement to designate him as the patron saint of the laity and lay apostles. His collaboration with Our Lady of Guadalupe is an inspiration to all Marianists on how we might collaborate with our Holy Mother's mission of bringing Jesus Christ into the world. |
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The 91-Year Journey to the Beatification of Blessed Father William Joseph ChaminadeFather William Joseph Chaminade was beatified in September 2000. Brother Tom Redmond, SM, highlights two early Marianist discoveries—one, the rediscovering of Chaminade’s greatness; the other, the discovering of his physical remains—that helped initiate the 91-year journey that culminated in our Blessed Founder’s recognition by the Vatican. |
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Table Story: The Five Silences and the Olson Circumplex ModelBeth Garascia, as part of MSP 2.0, shares the importance of "silence of words" and "silence of passions" as they relate to family dynamics. Key to her understanding of Chaminade's Five Silences is her reflection on a special table and the family memories that occurred around it. |
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Marianist Mindfulness—A Gateway to PeaceDiane H. Browne, as part of MSP 2.0, delves into the Hebrew notion of "shalom" as a backdrop into how Marianists can live mindfully in today's society. The essential tools for Browne are the true meaning of peace and Blessed Chaminade's System of Virtues, with special emphasis on the Five Silences. |
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Holy Silence and Contemplative ListeningMarg Van Herk-Paradis, as part of MSP 2.0, has crafted a model to examine Blessed Chaminade’s Five Silences. Of interest to Van Herk-Paradis is the circular nature of the Silences and the interplay between “stance” and "spirit.” Special emphasis is placed on those who minister to the People of God. |
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Love Your Enemy: A Reflection on the Silence of PassionMary Snyder, as part of MSP 2.0, examines life lessons that shape her thinking related to social justice and the need for "nonviolent communication" in today's society. Key to her examination is the practice of Blessed Chaminade's concept of "silence of passion" and the need for dialogue in today's society. |
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Nursing StationBrother Stephen Glodek, SM, shares his insights on the beatification of Blessed William Joseph Chaminade. He states that our Founder reminds us that "who we are is Christ--broken, crucified, and risen. We are to be that face and love of God for all God’s people." |
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Marianist Soundings: Vol. 12, No. 2In this new edition of “Marianist Soundings,” Father Martin Solma uses imagery from the Wedding Feast of Cana to examine Mary and mission, and Anthony Garascia takes a scientific approach to Mary . . . one steeped in ecology. |
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Marianist Sesquicentennial: The Story of 150 Years of Marianist Education in the Diocese of ClevelandFrom the origins at St. Patrick's Parish in 1856 until modern time, this booklet traces Marianist education in the Diocese of Cleveland. |
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Marianist Soundings, Vol. 12, No. 1Are Marianists part of a Social Movement Organization? Explore this edition of "Marianist Soundings," which has a focus on the laity, and decide for yourself. (Articles by Carol Ramey and Alexander P. Orlowski.) |
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Mary's LookFor the Marianist World Day of Prayer in 2007, Isabella Moyer penned a touching reflection on Notre Dame du Cap and the beauty of the mother-child bond and the Marianist-Mary bond. |
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Golden Anniversary of Alliance MarialeThe Marianist Family is comprised of four branches. While many know about the Marianist Lay Communities, Marianist Sisters, and Society of Mary, fewer people are aware of the Alliance Mariale. So, just what is it? This article by Michelle Héraud fills in some of the details. |
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Partners in Mission: Some Reflections on the Future of Mount Saint JohnBrother Raymond L. Fitz, SM, looks at the first 100 years of Marianist involvement at the Mount St. John property in Dayton, Ohio. His words are a reflection and challenge for all Marianists--religious and lay. |
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Marianist Soundings, Vol. 11, No. 2This issue of "Marianist Soundings" focuses on education and explores ways that we Marianists educate through word and action. |
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Podcast - Bergamo: A Place to Come Home (with Kelli Kinnear)In this episode of Sharing Our Marianist Stories, Kelli Kinnear reflects on her professional journey within the Marianist Family, ways she has seen the Marianist charism embodied, and her excitement in her new adventure of working at Bergamo. Listen to this episode to learn more about Kelli and the ways you can engage with and support the work of Bergamo. |