On this day in 1840. St. Marcellin Champagnat breathed his last in the presence of the Brothers he loved so dearly. After a life of faith, enormous struggle, and complete confidence in Mary, our Good Mother, he left a legacy of simple faith, trust and love to be carried to generation after generation through education of and service to those most in need. While directly focused on the education of youth, Marcellin also included the formation of young men, as consecrated religious brothers. Now that formation is open to all men and women who desire to and do carry out the mission "to make Jesus known and loved" with passion and zeal. Now in 81 countries with thousands of students and teachers, the whole Marist World and all connected to it are celebrating with prayers of thanksgiving for the man, who in cooperating with the power of God's grace, was able to have such a huge and lasting impact on the world. May God keep us faithful to the Marist Mission and add many more to the Marist Fold.
Bro. Rene
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