Marist Schools Australia recently gathered in Melbourne for the southern region’s annual Mass and Dinner, celebrating and acknowledging this year’s recipients of the Outstanding Contribution to Marist Education Awards for their dedication, generosity, and commitment.

You are warmly invited to attend this year's Marist Association National Online Gathering.

The Gathering will take place on Tuesday 27 October at 7:00PM AEDT/ 6:00PM AEST/ 6:30PM ACST/4:00PM AWST. It will be a great opportunity for reflection, connection, and prayer.

‘Grace goes beyond anything that can be measured or quantified,’ writes Michael Neylan, from the Mission and Life Formation Team, as he explores the concept of the ‘economics of grace’ and references Br Michael Green to ascertain how grace may flow from God being ‘allowed’ to be God in our lives.

Madonna Witham prepared this story on a practical activity of the Mt Maria College Mitchelton Marist Association Local Group, which coincided with Catholic Education Week. Along with one College student, they joined an outreach session in Brisbane.

Catholic Social Services Victoria and Caritas recently facilitated a St Francis in the City Street Retreat. Tracey Doublet shares this reflection on being the ‘stranger’ and finding God’s Grace in the midst of a crowd, in the centre of the city.

A community of young adult Marists gathered recently in Brisbane, with some familiar faces from the first event held last month. They reflected on what it means to be Christians living with the charism and passion of St Marcellin and ended with a few moments to pray and reflect.

In a powerful assembly address, Headmaster Michael Blake challenged students to reflect on respect, dignity and the responsibility of being good men, calling them to help create a culture where every person is treated with dignity and respect.

Members from Marist Association local groups recently took part in the Formation in Accompaniment Program, led by Br Darren Burge, where they developed skills in deep listening, reflection and faith-filled conversation.

Educators and formators from Marist schools and ministries gathered at The Hermitage, Mittagong, for a formation program led by Br Michael Green, where participants deepened their understanding of St Marcellin Champagnat’s vision and how his charism can continue to inspire courageous, creative leadership in Marist communities today.

Eleven young adults came together for Brisbane’s first Marist Young Adults Catch-Up, sharing pizza, prayer and plenty of conversation. It was a joyful start to a new community built on connection, faith and Marist Family Spirit.

This National Child Protection Week, Marist180 is highlighting the importance of turning conversations into action. Guided by the theme Every Conversation Matters: Shifting Conversation to Action, the organisation is advocating for earlier support for children, young people and families.

Drawing on Pope Leo XIV’s Magnifica Humanitas and the power of sacred music, Fiona Dyball’s reflection explores how faith can inspire courage, dignity and action in an age of rapid change. Through timeless hymns and contemporary songs, it invites readers to live with hope, compassion and a commitment to justice.

Here we present Part Two of Province Archivist, Br Michael Flanagan’s, presentation of Br Brian Etherington’s story on the early recruitment and initial formation of Australian Marist Brothers in the Late 19th and early 20th Centuries.

The Parkes Marist community came together for prayer, reflection and fellowship at a special staff gathering on 2 September. Beginning with a shared breakfast, the morning celebrated the commitment of local Marists to nurturing faith and community.

Marist Association member and former Association Councillor, Ross Tarlinton OAM, has been recognised with an award from Catholic Schools NSW. The Marist Association warmly congratulates Ross on being named the 2026 recipient of the prestigious Br Kelvin Canavan Catholic School Leadership Award.

Marist Association Member, Donna Quinn, shares this reflection on the Marist Mid-Winter Retreat 2026, presented by Br Emili Turu. “In his gentle way Brother Emili walked us through ideas related to over distraction in our lives, the value of Christian contemplative prayer, spiritual intelligence and mysticism.”

All Marists, friends and family are invited to commemorate the Marist Pledge at Fourvière, first made on 23 July 1816, at Holy Name of Mary Parish, Hunters Hill, on Sunday 26 July. Celebrate this founding moment of the Marist mission.

David Bobkowski celebrates the quiet light each person brings to the world, as unique and luminous. Those who are ‘luminous’ provide special attention to those most vulnerable, neglected or in need. Even though they make mistakes, they are gracious and truthful.

During NAIDOC Week, Marist180 celebrates First Nations cultures, honours truth-telling and strengthens commitment to reconciliation, healing, connection and hope.

On 27 June 2025, Jenifer Miller, Chair of the Laudato Si’ Action Committee, launched Buy a Tree (BAT), a practical response to Pope Francis’ call in Laudato Si’ to care for our common home. Read Jenifer’s reflection on Buy a Tree’s first year, its achievements so far, and her hopes for its future.