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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What Marianist Spirituality Is for Me and How It WorksPeter Daino talks of the woman who taught the Word to speak, who stands next to the oppressed, and who teaches us not to be silent in the face of atrocity. The article concludes with a personal story illustrating the Marian method of prayer. |
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The Holy Name of MaryA name, Father Chaminade taught, reveals the identity or the essence of a person. Combining the two meanings for the name of Mary examined here we get “Dolorosa Defiant”—the wounded rebel. |
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Mary Was a Lay Woman Who Lived in CommunityThis paper addresses three components of Marianist spirituality: empowerment of the laity, Mary, and community. The historical relevance of the establishment of lay groups in Bordeaux is compared in two major biographies of Father Chaminade, and the characteristics of the early communities are presented as a model for today's Church. |
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Filial Devotion or Alliance with Mary?Father Benlloch provides a keen analysis of this Marianist question and explores its implications related to language and our relationship with Mary. |
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"Mother Mary, the Juiciest Tomato of All"“What is your take on Mary?” If you work at a Marianist institution, especially if you are in charge, this question may seem overwhelming. Father Joseph H. Lackner, in sobering candor, explores his relations with Mary. He draws upon literature and Scripture in his reflection and invites the audience to ponder and to grow in relationship with Mary. |
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Marianist Charism and Our Life/Work Among the PoorThis short read challenges us to consider our solidarity with the poor, no matter how we define the poor, and to respond to injustice with faith as Mary did. |
$3.00 |
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Until Christ Be Formed in YouFather Landolfi facilitates conversation between Mary, the mother of Jesus, and the reader. Each chapter begins with a passage from scripture that depicts an event or description of Jesus' life. |
$9.00 |
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Mary, Collaborator with the Holy Spirit: Reflections on the Teaching of Blessed William Joseph ChaminadeWhat are the teachings of Father Chaminade regarding the relationship between Mary and the Holy Spirit? How do we, as Marianists, view the collaboration between Mary and the Holy Spirit, and build a relationship within this collaboration? |
$13.00 |
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Commentary on the Rule of Life of the Society of MaryThis book includes 52 articles that reflect the major themes in the life of Marianist religious. |
$24.00 |
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Things Marianist: Why Mary?This pamphlet details the thinking of the Founders and includes comments from contemporary Marianists on Mary's meaning today. |
$0.60 |