Marist in Europe
being Mary’s presence
in the world
We are religious and lay people, women and men who strive follow Christ in the manner of Mary in the Roman Catholic tradition.
The Marist Fathers and Brothers of the Society of Mary in Europe form part of an international religious congregation.
Strength in Unity
In the European Province – uniting communities from Italy, Ireland, Germany, Spain, England, Norway, France and the Netherlands – we respond to the call of Jesus Christ and proclaim the Gospel under Mary’s name and guidance.
Putting the Gospel into action for us means thinking, judging, feeling and acting as Mary did, in the culture of Europe today.
What’s happening in the Province?
The Founder’s Journey Day 1 of the Pilgrimage: St Bonnet de Troncy – Les Barbery
To celebrate the 150th anniversary of the death of our founder, Father Jean Claude Colin a Marist team has organised a pilgrimage in the footsteps of Father Colin to the Marist Places of Origin from 10 to 15 November 2025.
Echoes from the General Chapter: an Experience Pulsing with Hope
The 30th General Chapter of the Society of Mary took place in Nemi, Italy from 16 September – 5 October 2025. For three weeks we lived this mysterious experience called the Chapter, where each one sought the good of our little Society…
Reflection: Fr Jean-Claude’s Dream for Us Today
Some lives make noise; others change the world in silence. Jean-Claude Colin was born in 1790 in St Bonnet-le-Troncy, France, during the time of the Revolution. He was a shy boy with a strong faith. He really loved silence in the middle of the forest, where he was able to find God in stillness.
YOUR CHANCE TO BE A
MARIST INFLUENCER
Education
Vocations
Marist Laity
Back to the Future
La Neylière is our Marist guesthouse, where our Founder, Fr Colin lived near Lyon, and now welcomes people seeking inspiration in their lives.
Welcoming Pilgrims
on the Camino to Santiago de Compostella, our Marist hostel in Sahagún offers hospitality to people searching for meaning on their journey in life.
City Centre Mission
Notre Dame de France is a church situated in the West End of London, home to the Francophone communities which evangelise in word and action in the city.