b"A Messagefrom the ProvincialMy Dear Partners in Mission, our approach to life and mission. For this, we are truly thankful.Greetings to you, once again. It is my privilege to I had the blessing of accompanying the planningwrite to you on behalf of all the vowed members of group and attending the gathering, and it was athe Society of Mary. It seems that it wasnt all that humbling experience. They spoke of their passionslong ago we were beginning the school for the places theyve served and the lay people toyear and celebrating the Solemnity of the whomand with whomthey have ministered.Assumption on Aug. 15, when the Blessed They helped teach us about the wonder and theVirgin Mary was taken up into heaven. But privilege that is Marianist religious life. They alsonow, we look forward to new life with the shared with us their desire to stay in mission, as theyfeast day of her Immaculate Conception on are able, and to share their passion for our way of life.Dec. 8 and the nativity of Our Lord on The gathering was a true moment of grace for us all. Christmas Day, the birth of her son, Jesus. These men have called us to live our lives as faithfulWe thank God for his continued blessings! Marianist religious with a passion for living our vowsPlease let me begin by saying, Thank and to join hands as Brothers with the Marianistyou for the many different ways that you Family in serving the people of God. continue to support our Province, the This lesson reminds me of the many Marian songsBrothers, and our Ministries. We are grateful that ask our Blessed Mother to be with us and accom-for your financial support, but most impor- pany us in our lives and ministries. Each Marianisttantly, for your prayerful support, kind has his own unique approach and relationship withwords, and gestures along the way. In the Mary. Mine was formed as a child by my familyamany languages of our Province: Thank you, relationship, as many of you have, that our BlessedFather Oscar Vasquez, SM Muchisimas Gracias, and Mahalo.Mother is our intercessor, supporter, and friend. I inviteIn late September 2025, nearly 50 of our senior you to continue to count on Mary and to follow herMarianists gathered to discuss our common experience call to the waiters at the Wedding Feast of Cana: in formation and ministry. This gathering included men Do whatever He tells you. who professed vows in the Society of Mary before 1980. On behalf of the members of our Province, thankThis cohort marked the last we've assembled to discuss you for your ongoing support of our ministries. our life and passion as Marianist religious.For their theme, this group selected, Marianist United in the Marianist Charism, Treasure: Our Legacy. As the formators, spiritualguides, and friends of the younger Marianists, this is a truly special group. It is safe to say they are theheroes of the Society of Mary. They helped buildRev. Oscar Vasquez, SM our schools and ministries. They helped shapeProvincial 2Call 1.800.348.4732"