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The Marist Family is made up five branches, Marist Fathers, Marist Missionary
Sisters, Marist Way (Laity), Marist Brothers and Marist Sisters. From its
beginnings the vision was that the Family would be a Tree With Many
Branches. Its vision began to take place in early-nineteenth century France,
with men and women coming together to shape this vision – to be a presence
of Mary in the world and church.
Collaborating as Marist Family in Australia in the area of Justice, Peace and Integrity of Creation had its beginnings in 2009, when one representative from each of the religious congregations of Marists came together. Presently the Marist Family JPIC Team in Australia comprises four members who are Marist Fathers, two representatives of Marist Way, one Marist Missionary Sister, two Marist Sisters and one Marist Brother. These meet regularly in an effort to promote JPIC initiatives. These members are also linked with their own international networks of Marist JPIC groups. |