An Amazing Faith

174 years ago the brothers at the Hermitage gathered around the bed of St. Marcellin as he breathed his last. They had been praying the rosary and then sang the Salve Regina, both fitting prayers for the man who loved Mary Our Good Mother so much and who, all his life put everything into her hands.  His purpose in founding the Little Brothers of Mary was to teach young children, particularly the most neglected, about Jesus, so that they would come to know and love him.  In so doing, they would become good Christians and citizens.
And so it has been for nearly 200 years, the Little Brothers of Mary have continued this mission, having educated millions in 80 countries of the world.
We pause today to honor this man, who in life, sought to live as simply and humbly as he could, never looking for applause for himself, but was willing to lay down his life for his brothers and the success of their mission.  May we as Marists renew our efforts to carry on the Marist Mission, fortified by St. Marcellin's example and amazing faith.
Bro. Rene