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# Missionary Sisters of the Society of Mary - SMSM

Marist Missionary Sisters

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- [SMSM News](https://www.smsmsisters.org/prova-blog/) - Blog categories No news found.
- [Visites aux communautes](https://www.smsmsisters.org/fr/visites-aux-communautes/) - La Supérieure régionale s'efforce de connaître chaque sœur et d'établir avec elle une relation fondée sur la confiance, le respect et l'écoute mutuelle. Prenant conscience, à travers les visites et les rencontres, des aspirations, des aptitudes diverses, ainsi que des limites de chacune, elle devrait pouvoir aider chacune à progresser. Senegal Marconia, Italy Madagascar
- [Visits to Communities](https://www.smsmsisters.org/visits-to-communities/) - The Regional Superior tries to know all the sistes and to establish a relationship of respect, trust and reciprical listening with each one. As she becomes aware, through visits and interviews, of their aspirations and different aptitudes as well as their limits, she is better able to help them in their personal growth. Senegal Marconia,
- [Intentions de prière du Saint-Père](https://www.smsmsisters.org/fr/intentions-de-priere-du-saint-pere-3/) - Juillet : Pour le respect de la vie humaine. Prions pour le respect et la protection de la vie humaine à toutes ses étapes, en la reconnaissant comme un don de Dieu. Jour anniversaires importants et jour fêtes dans la famille mariste. 12 juillet : Anniversaire de la mort de Sr Marie de
- [Prayer Intentions of the Holy Father.](https://www.smsmsisters.org/prayer-intentions-of-the-holy-father-3/) - July - For respect for human life. Let us pray for the respect and protection of human life in all its stages, recognizing it as a gift from God. Significant anniversary days and feast days in the Marist Family. July 12: Anniversary of the death of Sr Marie de la Paix, (Marie Virginie Jacquier –
- [S. Selina Matapa Tuilagi, smsm](https://www.smsmsisters.org/fr/s-selina-matapa-tuilagi-smsm/) - nee : le 18 mars 1963 decedee : le 20mai 2026 Sœur Selina (Sally) est née le 18 mars 1963 à Taelefaga Fagaloa, aux Samoa. Ses parents étaient Matala et Matapa Tuilagi. Elle a fait ses études à l’école primaire ‘Saint Mary’ de Savalalo, puis au Collège Paul VI de Leulumoega. En 1992, Sœur Selina est
- [Sister Selina Matapa Tuilagi, smsm](https://www.smsmsisters.org/sister-selina-matapa-tuilagi-smsm/) - Born: 18TH March 1963 First Profession: 28th April 1994 Died: 20TH May 2026 Sister Selina (Sally) was born on the 18th of March 1963 in Taelefaga Fagaloa, Samoa. Her parents were Matala and Matapa Tuilagi. She was educated at St Mary’s Primary School Savalalo, and at Paul VI College at Leulumoega. In 1992 Sr Selina
- [Sœur Malia Makelita Leaua’i, smsm](https://www.smsmsisters.org/fr/soeur-malia-makelita-leauai-smsm/) - Née: le 21 mars, 1924 Professe: 12 septembre 1946 Décédée: le 25 décembre, 2025 “...JOYEUSEMENT DONNEES A DIEU POUR SON ROYAUME SELON L’ESPRIT DE MARIE.” Constitutions, # 23 L’article N.23 de nos Constitutions témoigne éloquemment de la vie de service de Sœur M. Makelita, entièrement et joyeusement consacrée à Dieu. Sœur Malia Makelita est née
- [Sister  Malia Makelita Leaua’i, smsm](https://www.smsmsisters.org/sister-malia-makelita-leauai-smsm/) - Born: 21st March, 1924 Profession: 12th September 1946 Death: 23rd December, 2025 “…JOYFULLY GIVEN FOR THE KINGDOM IN THE SPIRIT OF MARY.” (Const. Art. 23) Article 23 in our Constitutions speaks volumes of Sister M. Makelita’s life of service which was completely and joyfully given to God. Sister Malia Makelita was born at Faleu Manono,
- [Sœur Lenora Elizabeth Carvelli, smsm](https://www.smsmsisters.org/fr/soeur-lenora-elizabeth-carvelli-smsm/) - (Sœur Mary Rosaire, smsm) Née : 20 juin 1926 Profession : 2 février 1954 Décédée : 2 mars 2026 Lenora Elizabeth Carvelli, que nous connaissions toutes sous le nom de Bette, est née à Roxbury, dans le Massachusetts. Elle était la troisième enfant de Margaret Caruso et Pasquale Carvelli, tous deux issus de l'immigration italienne. Elle avait une
- [Sister Lenora Elizabeth Carvelli, smsm](https://www.smsmsisters.org/sister-lenora-elizabeth-carvelli-smsm-2/) - Sister Lenora Elizabeth Carvelli, smsm (Sister Mary Rosaire, smsm) Born: June 20, 1926 First Profession: February 2, 1954 Died: March 2, 2026 Lenora Elizabeth Carvelli, known to all of us as Bette, was born in Roxbury, Massachusetts, the third child of Margaret Caruso and Pasquale Carvelli, both of whom were Italian immigrants. Her siblings
- [Sister Lenora Elizabeth Carvelli, smsm](https://www.smsmsisters.org/sister-lenora-elizabeth-carvelli-smsm/)
- [Une seule famille dans l’esprit de Marie, unie dans la mission et l’amitié.](https://www.smsmsisters.org/fr/une-seule-famille-dans-lesprit-de-marie-unie-dans-la-mission-et-lamitie/) - Nous avons eu le privilège d’accueillir Gabrielle Damico, de Turin, membre actif du Mouvement des laïcs maristes, qui a rencontré les Sœurs Maristes et les SMSM afin de partager sa vision pour promouvoir et inviter d’autres personnes à rejoindre la famille des laïcs maristes. Sa passion, son engagement et son désir de renforcer l’unité entre
- [One family in the spirit of Mary, united in mission and friendship.](https://www.smsmsisters.org/one-family-in-the-spirit-of-mary-united-in-mission-and-friendship/) - We were privileged to welcome Gabrielle Damico of Turin, an active member of the Lay Marist movement, who met with the Marist Sisters and Marist Missionary Sisters to share his vision for promoting and inviting others to become part of the Lay Marist family. His passion, commitment, and desire to strengthen unity among Lay Marists
- [Enseigner dans l’esprit de Marie : un chemin de foi et d’éducation](https://www.smsmsisters.org/fr/enseigner-dans-lesprit-de-marie-un-chemin-de-foi-et-deducation/) - L’histoire des Sœurs Missionnaires de la Société de Marie a pris racine aux Îles Samoa en 1864, inaugurant une longue tradition d’évangélisation à travers l’éducation catholique des femmes et des jeunes filles. Aujourd’hui encore, nos Sœurs demeurent profondément engagées dans cette mission en enseignant dans nos deux établissements scolaires restants : l’École primaire Sainte-Marie de
- [Teaching with the Spirit of Mary: A Journey of Faith and Education, St Mary's College, Samoa.](https://www.smsmsisters.org/teaching-with-the-spirit-of-mary-a-journey-of-faith-and-education-st-marys-college-samoa/) - The history of the Missionary Sisters of the Society of Mary took root in Samoa in 1864, beginning a long legacy of evangelization through the Catholic education of women and girls. Today, our Sisters remain deeply committed to this mission, teaching in our two remaining schools: St. Mary’s Primary at Savalalo and St. Mary’s College
- [Transformer des vies - Institut Technique ‘Ahopanilolo](https://www.smsmsisters.org/fr/transformer-des-vies-institut-technique-ahopanilolo-2/) - En 1969, les Sœurs Missionnaires de la Société de Marie ont semé une graine d’espérance aux Îles Tonga en fondant l’Institut Technique Ahopanilolo. Cette école pionnière avait pour vocation d’offrir aux jeunes en difficulté, tant sur le plan scolaire que financier, une opportunité unique de poursuivre leurs études et de bâtir un avenir meilleur. Ce
- [Transformer des vies - Institut Technique ‘Ahopanilolo](https://www.smsmsisters.org/fr/transformer-des-vies-institut-technique-ahopanilolo/) - In 1969, the Missionary Sisters of the Society of Mary planted a seed of hope in Tonga. They founded the Ahopanilolo Technical Institute, a pioneering school designed to give academically and financially disadvantaged students a life-changing opportunity to further their education. What began humbly as a basic training centre for cooking, sewing and daily life
- [Transforming Lives: "Ahopanilolo Technical Institute](https://www.smsmsisters.org/transforming-lives-ahopanilolo-technical-institute/) - In 1969, the Missionary Sisters of the Society of Mary planted a seed of hope in Tonga. They founded the Ahopanilolo Technical Institute, a pioneering school designed to give academically and financially disadvantaged students a life-changing opportunity to further their education. What began humbly as a basic training centre for cooking, sewing and daily life
- [Sœur Anne Marie Patri, smsm](https://www.smsmsisters.org/fr/soeur-anne-marie-patri-smsm/) - Née : 20 octobre 1929 Profession : 9 Mars 1954 Décédée : 19 avril 2026 Sœur Anne Marie PATRI, est née à Saint Saturnino, à Rome, en Italie le 20 octobre 1929. Après une enfance heureuse, le décès de sa maman l’a beaucoup marquée au moment de son adolescence. Le vide ne sera jamais comblé malgré les bonnes
- [Sister Anne Marie Patri, smsm](https://www.smsmsisters.org/sister-anne-marie-patri-smsm/) - Born: 20 October 1929 First Profession: 9 March 1954 Died: 19 April 2026 Sister Anne Marie Patri was born at Saint Saturnino, in Rome, Italy on the 20th October 1929. After a happy childhood, the death of her mother deeply affected her during her adolescence. This void would never be filled, despite the good relationship
- [Service de prière pour le mois de juin.](https://www.smsmsisters.org/fr/service-de-priere-pour-le-mois-de-juin/) - Pour les valeurs du sport. Prions pour que le sport soit un instrument de paix, de rencontre et de dialogue entre les cultures et les nations, et que par lui soient promues des valeurs telles que le respect, la solidarité et le dépassement personnel. JOURS D’ANNIVERSAIRE IMPORTANTS ET LES JOURS DE FÊTE DANS LA FAMILLE
- [Service of Prayer for the month of June.](https://www.smsmsisters.org/service-of-prayer-for-the-month-of-june/) - For the values of sports Let us pray that sports be an instrument of peace, encounter, and dialogue among cultures and nations, and that they promote values such as respect, solidarity, and personal growth. SIGNIFICANT ANNIVERSARY DAYS AND FEAST DAYS IN THE MARIST FAMILY June 6: St Marcellin Champagnat (died in 1840) 29 June: Pontifical
- [Visite la Supérieure Générale au Sénégal](https://www.smsmsisters.org/fr/visite-la-superieure-generale-au-senegal/) - Le 12 avril 2026 nous avons eu la joie d’accueillir notre Supérieure Générale, Sœur Cristina Giustozzi en visite canonique au Noviciat francophone de Keur Aleka. Ce fut pour nous un moment très important : vivre une expérience de croissance dans notre cheminement comme novices SMSM. Nous l’avons expérimenté à travers la vie communautaire qu’elle a
- [Visit of the Superior General to Senegal](https://www.smsmsisters.org/visit-of-the-superior-general-to-senegal/) - On April 12, 2026, we had the joy of welcoming our Superior General, Sister Cristina Giustozzi, on a canonical visit to the Francophone Novitiate of Keur Aleka. It was for us a very important moment, an experience of growth in our journey as SMSM novices. We experienced this through the community life she shared with
- [Our Lady of Bisila](https://www.smsmsisters.org/our-lady-of-bisila/) - At the final Mass of the recent Apostolic Journey Pope Leo stood in prayer before the image of Our Lady of Bisila while the Regina Coeli was sung. Our Lady of Bisila, in white and blue with the Child Jesus carried in traditional African style, represents to the people of Equatorial Guinea deep faith and
- [Notre-Dame de Bisila](https://www.smsmsisters.org/fr/notre-dame-de-bisila/) - Lors de la messe de clôture de son récent voyage apostolique, le pape Léon s’est recueilli en prière devant l’image de Notre-Dame de Bisila pendant que l’on chantait le Regina Coeli. Notre-Dame de Bisila, vêtue de blanc et de bleu et tenant l’Enfant Jésus dans ses bras selon la tradition africaine, incarne pour le peuple
- [Renforcer les liens au sein de la Famille Mariste en Italie](https://www.smsmsisters.org/fr/renforcer-les-liens-au-sein-de-la-famille-mariste-en-italie-2/) - Un week-end des Laïcs Maristes en Italie s’est tenu du 1er au 3 mai au Monastero Santa Croce, à Bocca di Magra. Toutes les branches y étaient représentées et ce temps de rencontre a renforcé les liens au sein de la Famille Mariste. Il a également apporté encouragement, sentiment d’appartenance et sens de la mission,
- [Renforcer les liens au sein de la Famille Mariste en Italie](https://www.smsmsisters.org/fr/renforcer-les-liens-au-sein-de-la-famille-mariste-en-italie/) - A weekend for Marist Laity members in Italy was held, May 1st to May 3rd, at Monastero Santa Croce in Bocca di Magra. All branches were represented and the time together strengthened the bonds within the Marist Family and provided encouragement and a sense of belonging and purpose especially to the Marist Laity present from
- [Strengthening Bonds within the Marist Family in Italy.](https://www.smsmsisters.org/strengthening-bonds-within-the-marist-family-in-italy/) - A weekend for Marist Laity members in Italy was held, May 1st to May 3rd, at Monastero Santa Croce in Bocca di Magra. All branches were represented and the time together strengthened the bonds within the Marist Family and provided encouragement and a sense of belonging and purpose especially to the Marist Laity present from
- [Service de Prière](https://www.smsmsisters.org/fr/service-de-priere/) - Intentions de prière du Saint Père confiées à son réseau mondial de prière pour l'année 2026 Pour une alimentation pour tous. Prions pour que chacun, des grands producteurs aux petits consommateurs, s’engage à éviter le gaspillage alimentaire et pour que tous aient accès à une alimentation de qualité. Intentions de prière Constitutions de la SMSM :
- [Service of Prayer for the month of May](https://www.smsmsisters.org/service-of-prayer-for-the-month-of-may/) - Prayer intentions of the Holy Father for challenges that confront humanity and the Mission of the Church. That everyone might have food. Let us pray that everyone, from large producers to small consumers, be committed to avoid wasting food and to ensure that everyone has access to quality food. Prayer Intentions: SMSM Constitutions: On
- [Soeur ‘Emanita ‘Ulupano](https://www.smsmsisters.org/fr/soeur-emanita-ulupano-2/) - Née: 8 octobre 1963 Décédée: 17 février 2026 Le 8 octobre 1963, Mele Tupou Ulupano de Vavau et Kali Fililava Ulupano de Ha’apai et Samoa occidentales reçurent de Dieu Emanita, la sixième de leurs neuf enfants Emanita a étudié à l’école primaire Sacred Heart de Neiafu, Vava’u de 1970-1975. Elle a ensuite étudié au lycée
- [Soeur ‘Emanita ‘Ulupano](https://www.smsmsisters.org/fr/soeur-emanita-ulupano/) - Born: 8 October 1963 Died: 17 February 2026 On 8th October 1963, Mele Tupou ‘Ulupano of Neiafutahi, Vava’u and Kali Fililava ‘Ulupano of Nomuka, Ha’apai and Western Samoa were gifted by God with Emanita, the sixth of their nine children. ‘Emanita attended the Sacred Heart Primary School at Neiafu, Vava’u from 1970-1975. She then studied
- [Sr. ‘Emanita ‘Ulupano](https://www.smsmsisters.org/sr-emanita-ulupano/) - Born: 8 October 1963 Died: 17 February 2026 On 8th October 1963, Mele Tupou ‘Ulupano of Neiafutahi, Vava’u and Kali Fililava ‘Ulupano of Nomuka, Ha’apai and Western Samoa were gifted by God with Emanita, the sixth of their nine children. ‘Emanita attended the Sacred Heart Primary School at Neiafu, Vava’u from 1970-1975. She then studied
- [S. Jhorna Gomes, smsm](https://www.smsmsisters.org/fr/s-jhorna-gomes-smsm/) - 19 août 1968 – 28 février 2026 Fille de Thomas et Philomena Gomes, Sr. Jhorna a grandi entourée de trois sœurs aimantes. C'est au sein de cette famille que Sr. Jhorna a été façonnée par la nature, la culture et la religion. Sa famille était profondément croyante et menait une vie très simple. La mère
- [Sr. Jhorna Gomes, smsm](https://www.smsmsisters.org/sr-jhorna-gomes-smsm/) - Born: August 19, 1968 First Profession: May 22, 1998 Died: February 28, 2026 Born to Thomas and Philomena Gomes, Sr. Jhorna grew up with 3 loving sisters and in this family Sr. Jhorna was formed by nature, by culture and by Religion. Her people were strongly religious and her life style very simple. Sr. Jhorna’s
- [Sœur Bertha Hurley SMSM](https://www.smsmsisters.org/fr/soeur-bertha-hurley-smsm/) - Née : 5 mars 1934 Profession: 8 décembre 1963 Décédée : 2 mars 2026 Bertha Mavis Hurley est née à Hunterville, en Nouvelle -Zélande, le 5 mars 1934. Ses parents, Lois et Joseph Hurley, ont accueilli avec joie des jumelles identiques. La terre a tremblé juste après la naissance de Bertha, lorsqu’un séisme de magnitude 7,6 a
- [Sister Bertha Hurley SMSM](https://www.smsmsisters.org/sister-bertha-hurley-smsm/) - Born: 5 March 1934 Profession: 8 December 1963 Died: 2 March 2026 Bertha Mavis Hurley was born in Hunterville, New Zealand, on March 5th 1934, when proud parents Lois and Joseph Hurley welcomed identical twin girls into the world. The ground shook immediately after Bertha's arrival as a 7.6 magnitude earthquake hit the lower North
- [Al servicio de la misión: El Equipo Regional de las Américas](https://www.smsmsisters.org/es/al-servicio-de-la-mision-el-equipo-regional-de-las-americas/) - Nos complace presentar al Equipo Regional de las Américas. Nuestra región incluye Estados Unidos de América, Perú y Jamaica. El Equipo Regional acompaña a las hermanas y a las misiones en estos países, promoviendo la unidad, el liderazgo y el espíritu marista en nuestras comunidades. Enraizadas en la oración e inspiradas por María, buscamos ser
- [Au service de la mission : L’équipe régionale des Amériques](https://www.smsmsisters.org/fr/au-service-de-la-mission-lequipe-regionale-des-ameriques-2/) - Nous avons le plaisir de vous présenter l’équipe régionale des Amériques. Notre région comprend les États-Unis d’Amérique, le Pérou et la Jamaïque. L’équipe régionale accompagne les sœurs et les missions dans ces pays, favorisant l’unité, le leadership et l’esprit mariste au sein de nos communautés. Ancrées dans la prière et inspirées par Marie, nous cherchons
- [Sœur Marie Carla Silini](https://www.smsmsisters.org/fr/soeur-marie-carla-silini/) - Née le 25 février 1927 Profession : 9 mars 1949 Décédée le 14 janvier 2026 Sœur Marie Carla Silini est née le 25 février 1927 à Pisogne, province de Brescia en Italie, fille de Girolamo Silini et de Francesca Laini. Famille profondément chrétienne de 11 enfants dont Sœur Carla était la sixième ; A son baptême elle
- [Sister Marie Carla Silini](https://www.smsmsisters.org/sister-marie-carla-silini/) - Born: 25 February 1927 Profession: 9 March 1949 Died: 14 January 2026 Sister Marie Carla Silini was born on the 25th February at Pisogne in the province of Brescia in Italy, the daughter of Girolamo Silini and Francesca Laini. Sr Carla was the sixth of eleven children in this profoundly Christian family. At her baptism
- [Sœur Nicole Sarah Chepetowsky (Sœur Marie Raïssa)](https://www.smsmsisters.org/fr/soeur-nicole-sarah-chepetowsky-soeur-marie-raissa/) - Née : 14 juin 1930 Profession : 9 mars 1952 Décédée : 11 janvier 2026 Sœur Nicole Sarah est née à Paris dans le 12e arrondissement, fille de Isaac et de Fania, tous deux d’origine juive, russe pour son papa et polonaise pour sa maman. Dans sa famille on parlait le yiddich. En juin 1940 c’était la guerre,
- [Sister Nicole Sarah Chepetowsky (Sister Marie Raïssa)](https://www.smsmsisters.org/sister-nicole-sarah-chepetowsky-sister-marie-raissa/) - Born : 14 June 1930 Profession : 9 March 1952 Died : 11 January 2026 Sister Nicole Sarah was born in the 12th arrondissement, the daughter of Isaac and Fania, both of Jewish origin. Her father was Russian and her mother Polish. The family spoke in Yiddish. War broke out in June 1940 and Nicole experienced the Nazi
- [God's mercy reaches and embraces everyone.](https://www.smsmsisters.org/gods-mercy-reaches-and-embraces-everyone/) - “Mercy embraces everyone…and there is no place where His mercy cannot reach, no space or person that He cannot touch”. (Pope Francis) These words reflect the awareness and commitment of the Missionary Sisters of the Society of Mary who, for more than 50 years, have accompanied detainees in the prisons of Lima, Peru. “For I
- [Au service de la mission : L’équipe régionale des Amériques](https://www.smsmsisters.org/fr/au-service-de-la-mission-lequipe-regionale-des-ameriques/) - Nous avons le plaisir de vous présenter l’équipe régionale des Amériques. Notre région comprend les États-Unis d’Amérique, le Pérou et la Jamaïque. L’équipe régionale accompagne les sœurs et les missions dans ces pays, favorisant l’unité, le leadership et l’esprit mariste au sein de nos communautés. Ancrées dans la prière et inspirées par Marie, nous cherchons
- [In Service of the Mission: The Americas Regional Team](https://www.smsmsisters.org/in-service-of-the-mission-the-americas-regional-team/) - We are pleased to introduce the Regional Team of the Americas. Our region includes the United States of America, Peru, and Jamaica. The Regional Team serves the sisters and ministries across these countries, fostering unity, leadership, and the Marist spirit in our communities. Rooted in prayer and inspired by Mary, we seek to be a
- [The New Team: Asia Pacific Region.](https://www.smsmsisters.org/the-new-team-asia-pacific-region/) - On 3rd January 2026, the sisters in Noumea gathered in the chapel of SMSM in Mont Mou (Paita) celebrating the mass of thanksgiving for Sr. Margret Ryan and her team for their dedicated service and at the same time to pray for Sr. Malia Koleti Uvea and her new team as they start their mission
- [Eco del nuevo Consejo: África-Europa](https://www.smsmsisters.org/es/eco-del-nuevo-consejo-africa-europa/) - El 1 de enero de 2026 marca un momento importante en las cuatro Regiones de nuestra Congregación:el establecimiento de nuevos Equipos Regionales. La comunidad de Sainte Foy se unió a los miembros de los Consejos Regionales saliente y entrante de África-Europa en una celebración eucarística para: dar gracias al Señor por la generosidad y dedicación
- [Echo du nouveau Conseil: Afrique-Europe](https://www.smsmsisters.org/fr/echo-du-nouveau-conseil-afrique-europe/) - Ce 1er janvier 2026 marque un tournant important dans les quatre régions de notre Congrégation : La mise en place des nouvelles équipes régionales. La communauté de nos Sœurs âgées de Sainte Foy s’est unie aux membres des Conseils sortant et entrant autour d’une célébration eucharistique pour : rendre grâce au Seigneur pour le dévouement
- [Equipo Regional: Oceanía](https://www.smsmsisters.org/es/equipo-regional-oceania/) - Nos complace presentar al Equipo Regional de Oceanía. Nuestra región incluye Fiji, Tonga, Nueva Zelanda, Wallis y Futuna, Samoa y Samoa Americana. El Equipo Regional acompaña a las hermanas y a las misiones en estos países, promoviendo la unidad, el liderazgo y el espíritu marista en nuestras comunidades. Enraizadas en la oración e inspiradas por
- [Équipe régionale: Océanie](https://www.smsmsisters.org/fr/equipe-regionale-oceanie/) - Nous avons le plaisir de vous présenter l’équipe régionale d’Océanie. Notre région comprend les îles Fidji, Tonga, la Nouvelle-Zélande, Wallis et Futuna, Samoa et Samoa américaines. L’équipe régionale accompagne les sœurs et les missions dans ces pays, favorisant l’unité, le leadership et l’esprit mariste au sein de nos communautés. Ancrées dans la prière et inspirées
- [Echo of the New Council: Africa-Europe](https://www.smsmsisters.org/echo-of-the-new-council-africa-europe/) - This January 1, 2026, marks an important turning point in the four Regions of our Congregation: The establishment of new Regional Teams. The Sainte Foy community joined the members of the outgoing and incoming Regional Councils of Africa-Europe at a Eucharistic celebration to: give thanks to the Lord for the generosity and dedication of Sisters
- [Asamblea Anual de las Hermanas del Perú](https://www.smsmsisters.org/es/asamblea-anual-de-las-hermanas-del-peru/) - Las Hermanas en el Perú, junto con la Superiora Regional y su Consejo, se reunieron del 12 al 15 de febrero para su Asamblea Anual. Fue un tiempo bendecido de comunión, reflexión y discernimiento compartido. Renovar el corazón para renovar nuestra Consagración y Misión el tema principal de la asamblea SMSM 2026 en Lima-Perú. Para
- [Assemblée annuelle des Sœurs du Pérou](https://www.smsmsisters.org/fr/assemblee-annuelle-des-soeurs-du-perou/) - Les Sœurs au Pérou, avec la Supérieure Régionale et son Conseil, se sont réunies du 12 au 15 février pour leur Assemblée annuelle. Ce fut un temps béni de communion, de réflexion et de discernement partagé. Renouveler le cœur pour renouveler notre Consecration et Mission était le thème principal de l'assemblée SMSM 2026 à Lima,
- [Regional Team: Oceania](https://www.smsmsisters.org/regional-team-oceania/) - We are pleased to introduce the Regional Team of Oceania. Our region includes Fiji, Tonga, New Zealand, Wallis and Futuna, Samoa, and American Samoa. The Regional Team serves the sisters and ministries across these countries, fostering unity, leadership, and the Marist spirit in our communities. Rooted in prayer and inspired by Mary, we seek to
- [Annual Assembly of the Sisters in Peru](https://www.smsmsisters.org/annual-assembly-of-the-sisters-in-peru/) - The Sisters in Peru, together with the Regional and her Council, gathered from 12th to 15th February for their Annual Assembly. It was a blessed time of communion, reflection, and shared discernment. “Renewing Our Hearts To Renew Our Consecration And Mission” was the main theme of the SMSM 2026 assembly in Lima, Peru. For me,
- [Asamblea Anual de las Hermanas en el Perú](https://www.smsmsisters.org/es/asamblea-anual-de-las-hermanas-en-el-peru/) - Las Hermanas en el Perú, junto con la Superiora Regional y su Consejo, se reunieron del 12 al 15 de febrero para su Asamblea Anual. Fue un tiempo bendecido de comunión, reflexión y discernimiento compartido. Renovar el corazón para renovar nuestra Consagración y Misión el tema principal de la asamblea SMSM 2026 en Lima-Perú. Para
- [Assemblée annuelle des Sœurs au Pérou](https://www.smsmsisters.org/fr/assemblee-annuelle-des-soeurs-au-perou/) - Les Sœurs au Pérou, avec la Supérieure Régionale et son Conseil, se sont réunies du 12 au 15 février pour leur Assemblée annuelle. Ce fut un temps béni de communion, de réflexion et de discernement partagé. Renouveler le cœur pour renouveler notre Consecration et Mission était le thème principal de l'assemblée SMSM 2026 à Lima,
- [Assemblée annuelle des Sœurs au Pérou](https://www.smsmsisters.org/fr/assemblee-annuelle-des-soeurs-au-perou-2/) - The Sisters in Peru, together with the Regional and her Council, gathered from 12th to 15th February for their Annual Assembly. It was a blessed time of communion, reflection, and shared discernment. “Renewing Our Hearts To Renew Our Consecration And Mission” was the main theme of the SMSM 2026 assembly in Lima, Peru. For
- [Sr. Malia Viane Tuiafitu (+ 09/05/2025)](https://www.smsmsisters.org/sr-malia-viane-tuiafitu-09-05-2025/) - Born: 28 December 1932 First Profession: 8 December 1957 Death: 9 May 2025 “Speak to one another with psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit. Sing and make music from your heart to the Lord.”(Ephesians 5:19) Sr Malia Soane Viane was born on 28 December 1932 at Falaleu, Hahake,
- [Intentions de prière du Saint-Père](https://www.smsmsisters.org/fr/intentions-de-priere-du-saint-pere-2/) - Intentions de prière du Saint-Père pour les défis auxquels l'humanité est confrontée et pour la mission de l'église (mars) Pour le désarmement et la paix Prions pour que les nations s'engagent sur la voie du désarmement, en particulier le désarmement nucléaire, et que les dirigeants du monde choisissent le chemin du dialogue et de la
- [Prayer intention](https://www.smsmsisters.org/prayer-intention-of-the-holy-father/) - Prayer intentions of the Holy Father for challenges that confront humanity and the mission of the church. (March) For disarmament and peaceLet us pray that nations move toward effective disarmament, particularly nuclear disarmament, and that world leaders choose the path of dialogue and diplomacy instead of violence. Significant anniversary days and feast days in the
- [Prayer intentions - 10/2025](https://www.smsmsisters.org/prayer-intentions-10-2025/) - Prayer Intentions of the Pope Each month the Pope invites all members of the Church to pray for particular needs.This month the Prayer Intentions of the Pope are: For collaboration between different religious traditions. Let us pray that believers in different religious traditions might work together to defend and promote peace, justice, and human dignity.
- [Sr. Mary Frances Anna Remnant](https://www.smsmsisters.org/sr-mary-frances-anna-remnant/) - Born: 11 December 1942 Professed: 24 August 1969 Died: 23 October 2025 Frances Margareta (Francie) was the much loved and only child of Norman and Margareta Remnant. She was born and baptized in Te Kuiti, a rural town in New Zealand. Faith and trust in God were central to their family life. Her parents were
- [Celebrating Unity and Farewell](https://www.smsmsisters.org/celebrating-unity-and-farewell/) - AUSTRALIA DAY, JANUARY 26TH The Australian Embassy to the Holy See hosted a very happy celebration to honour Australia Day. Pictured with Sr Denise are some fellow Australians: An ACU student studying in Rome, Srs Carmel, rndm, Maryanne Handford sm, Kate McPhee sm, Oonah O'Shea ols, Anthony Shanahan, cbc. A Joyful Gathering of the Pacific
- [Guérir le silence](https://www.smsmsisters.org/fr/guerir-le-silence-3/) - « Guérir le silence » – Atelier de Formation de l'UISG pour les Conseils Généraux des Religieuses Du 26 au 28 janvier, l'équipe « Faith and Praxis » (Foi et Pratique) a organisé un atelier intitulé « Guérir le Silence » destine aux Conseils Généraux. Cet atelier a eu lieu à l'UISG à Rome. Il
- [Guérir le silence](https://www.smsmsisters.org/fr/guerir-le-silence-2/) - « Guérir le silence » – Atelier de Formation de l'UISG pour les Conseils Généraux des Religieuses Du 26 au 28 janvier, l'équipe « Faith and Praxis » (Foi et Pratique) a organisé un atelier intitulé « Guérir le Silence » destine aux Conseils Généraux. Cet atelier a eu lieu à l'UISG à Rome. Il
- [Healing the silence.](https://www.smsmsisters.org/healing-the-silence/) - Healing the silence – UISG Formation Workshop for Religious General Councils From January 26-28, Faith and Praxis team held a workshop 'Healing the silence' designed for General Councils. This took place at UISG in Rome. The workshop was facilitated by Sr Selina Mbuli, RSM from Kenya and Fr Yago Abeledo, MA from Spain. During the
- [UISG Constellation Roma Assembly](https://www.smsmsisters.org/uisg-constellation-roma-assembly/) - On January 8 and 9, the Assembly of the UISG' s [International Union of Superiors General] “Constellation Rome” was held in Rome, bringing together Major Superiors residing in Rome to strengthen collaboration. Several members of the UISG were present: UISG General Secretary, Sr Roxanne Schares, ssnd, UISG Synodality Initiative Leader, Sr Maria Cimperman, rscj, Sr
- [Guérir le silence](https://www.smsmsisters.org/fr/guerir-le-silence/) - « Guérir le silence » – Atelier de Formation de l'UISG pour les Conseils Généraux des Religieuses Du 26 au 28 janvier, l'équipe « Faith and Praxis » (Foi et Pratique) a organisé un atelier intitulé « Guérir le Silence » destine aux Conseils Généraux. Cet atelier a eu lieu à l'UISG à Rome. Il
- [Asamblea de la Constelación Roma de la UISG](https://www.smsmsisters.org/es/asamblea-de-la-constelacion-roma-de-la-uisg/) - Los días 8 y 9 de enero se celebró en Roma la Asamblea de la «Constelación Roma» de la Unión Internacional de las Superioras Generales (UISG), que reunió a Superioras Mayores residentes en Roma con el fin de fortalecer la colaboración. Estuvieron presentes varios miembros de la UISG: la Hermana Roxanne Schares, ssnd (Secretaria General);
- [UISG Assemblée de la Constellation Rome](https://www.smsmsisters.org/fr/uisg-assemblee-de-la-constellation-rome/) - Les 8 et 9 janvier, l’Assemblée de la « Constellation Rome » de l’UISG (Union Internationale des Supérieures Générales) s’est tenue à Rome, réunissant des supérieures Majeures résidentes à Rome pour renforcer la collaboration. Étaient présentes plusieurs membres de l’UISG : Sœur Roxanne Schares, ssnd (Secrétaire générale), Sœur Maria Cimperman, rscj (Responsable de l’Initiative Synodalité),
- [Adios y nuestros mejores deseos.](https://www.smsmsisters.org/es/adios-y-nuestros-mejores-deseos/) - Mientras nuestras hermanas concluyen su tiempo de renovación, las acompañamos con nuestra más profunda gratitud y nuestras bendiciones. Este tiempo de renovación ha sido para cada una un período de crecimiento, y estamos agradecidas de verlas regresar a su misión con una fuerza y un espíritu renovados. Que Dios continúe guiándolas en su labor, llenando
- [Adieu et meilleurs vœux.](https://www.smsmsisters.org/fr/adieu-et-meilleurs-voeux/) - Alors que nos sœurs terminent leur temps de renouveau, nous les accompagnons avec notre plus profonde gratitude et nos bénédictions. Ce temps de renouveau a été pour chacune une période de croissance, et nous sommes reconnaissantes de les voir revenir à leur mission avec une force et un esprit renouvelés. Que Dieu continue de les
- [Farewell and well wishes.](https://www.smsmsisters.org/farewell-and-well-wishes/) - As our sisters complete their time of renewal, we send them of with our deepest gratitude and warmest blessings. Their journey of renewal has been a time of growth, and we are grateful to see them return to their mission with renewed strength and spirit. May God continue to guide them in their work, filling
- [Clausura del Año Jubilar de la Esperanza](https://www.smsmsisters.org/es/clausura-del-ano-jubilar-de-la-esperanza/) - El 6 de enero de 2026, el Papa León presidió una Misa que marcó la clausura del Año Jubilar de la Esperanza en la Basílica de San Pedro. A pesar de la lluvia y de las condiciones de hielo, nuestras hermanas que habían participado en el LTSR estuvieron presentes entre la multitud congregada en la Plaza de San Pedro para este acontecimiento histórico. El Papa León pronunció una homilía poderosa dirigida al mundo entero, exhortando a todos a llevar la esperanza del Año Jubilar a su vida cotidiana. Subrayó que la esperanza no es simplemente un sentimiento, sino una fuerza viva y activa que llama a los creyentes a fomentar la unidad, la compasión y la justicia frente a la adversidad. El Santo Padre animó a todos a ser instrumentos de paz, recordándonos que, incluso en los momentos más difíciles, el amor de Dios está siempre presente, ofreciendo fortaleza y guía. Las hermanas que hicieron el esfuerzo de asistir a la Misa de clausura vivieron una experiencia profundamente conmovedora, que fortaleció su compromiso de vivir el mensaje de la esperanza en sus propias comunidades y más allá de ellas.
- [Clôture de l’Année jubilaire de l’Espérance](https://www.smsmsisters.org/fr/cloture-de-lannee-jubilaire-de-lesperance/) - On January 6th, 2026, Pope Leo presided at a Mass which marked the closing of the Jubilee Year of Hope in the Basilica of St. Peter's. Despite the rain and icy conditions, our sisters who had taken part in the LTSR were present amongst the crowd in St Peter's Square at this historic event. Pope Leo's gave a powerful homily for the world calling on all people to carry the hope of the Jubilee year into their daily lives. He emphasized that hope is not simply a feeling, but a living, active force that calls believers to foster unity, compassion, and justice in the face of adversity. The Pope urged everyone to be instruments of peace, reminding us that even in the most difficult moments, God's love is ever present, offering strength and guidance. The sisters who made the effort to be present at the closing Mass found it a deeply moving experience, strengthening their commitment to live out the message of hope in their own communities and beyond.
- [Sor Annemarie Woeste (S. M. Gertruda)](https://www.smsmsisters.org/es/sor-annemarie-woeste-s-m-gertruda/) - Nacida: 16 de octubre de 1937Profesión religiosa: 15 de agosto de 1960Fallecida: 23 de enero de 2026 Sor Annemarie Woeste nació el 17 de octubre de 1937 en Neuborger, Alemania, hija de Marie y Hermann Woeste. Su madre se había casado con un viudo, padre de seis hijos, y Sor Annemarie fue una de los
- [Sœur Annemarie Woeste (S. M. Gertruda)](https://www.smsmsisters.org/fr/soeur-annemarie-woeste-s-m-gertruda-2/) - Née 16 octobre 1937 Profession 15 août 1960 Décédée 23 janvier 2026 Sr. Annnemarie Woeste est née le 17 octobre 1937 à Neuborger, en Allemagne, de Marie et Hermann Woeste. Sa mère avait épousé un veuf, père de six enfants et Sr. Annemarie était l'une de leurs six enfants, devenant ainsi la
- [Sœur Annemarie Woeste (S. M. Gertruda)](https://www.smsmsisters.org/fr/soeur-annemarie-woeste-s-m-gertruda/) - Née 16 octobre 1937 Profession 15 août 1960 Décédée 23 janvier 2026 Sr. Annnemarie Woeste est née le 17 octobre 1937 à Neuborger, en Allemagne, de Marie et Hermann Woeste. Sa mère avait épousé un veuf, père de six enfants et Sr. Annemarie était l'une de leurs six enfants, devenant ainsi la
- [Sr. Annemarie Woeste (Sr. M. Gertruda)](https://www.smsmsisters.org/sr-annemarie-woeste-sr-m-gertruda/) - Born: October 16, 1937 First Profession: August 15, 1960 Deceased: January 23, 2026 Sr. Annnemarie Woeste was born on October 17, 1937, in Neuborger, Germany, to Marie and Hermann Woeste. Her mother had married a widower with 6 children and Annemarie was one of their 6 children, becoming number 9, in this large and loving
- [Closing of the Jubilee Year of Hope](https://www.smsmsisters.org/closing-of-the-jubilee-year-of-hope/) - On January 6th, 2026, Pope Leo presided at a Mass which marked the closing of the Jubilee Year of Hope in the Basilica of St. Peter's. Despite the rain and icy conditions, our sisters who had taken part in the LTSR were present amongst the crowd in St Peter's Square at this historic event. Pope Leo's gave a powerful homily for the world calling on all people to carry the hope of the Jubilee year into their daily lives. He emphasized that hope is not simply a feeling, but a living, active force that calls believers to foster unity, compassion, and justice in the face of adversity. The Pope urged everyone to be instruments of peace, reminding us that even in the most difficult moments, God's love is ever present, offering strength and guidance. The sisters who made the effort to be present at the closing Mass found it a deeply moving experience, strengthening their commitment to live out the message of hope in their own communities and beyond.
- [Sor María Goretti Vakaoqotabua](https://www.smsmsisters.org/es/sor-maria-goretti-vakaoqotabua/) - Nacida: 6 de diciembre de 1948Profesión religiosa: 11 de febrero de 1973Fallecida: 22 de noviembre de 2025 «He aquí la esclava del Señor; hágase en mí según tu palabra.» (Lucas 1,38) En su Misa exequial, celebrada el 26 de noviembre, nos reunimos en nuestra Capilla de Santa María junto con familiares, representantes religiosos y amigos
- [ Sœur Maria Goretti Vakaoqotabua](https://www.smsmsisters.org/fr/soeur-maria-goretti-vakaoqotabua/) - Née 6 décembre 1948 Profession 11 février 1973 Décédée 22 novembre 2025 “Je suis la servante du Seigneur. Que tout se passe pour moi, comme tu l’as dit. » (Luc 1 :38). Lors de la messe de requiem du 26 novembre, nous nous sommes réunis à la chapelle Sainte-Marie avec la famille, les sœurs, d’autres représentants
- [Sr. Maria Goretti Vakaoqotabua](https://www.smsmsisters.org/sr-maria-goretti-vakaoqotabua/) - Born 6 December 1948 Profession 11 February 1973 Died 22 November 2025 “I am the handmaid of the Lord; may it be done to me according to your will.” (Luke1:38) At her requiem Mass on 26th November, we gathered at our St Mary’s Chapel with family members, Religious representatives and friends to celebrate
- [Sœur Mary Aidan Colgan](https://www.smsmsisters.org/fr/soeur-mary-aidan-colgan/) - Née : 7 avril 1927Première profession : 11 février 1956Décédée : 20/11/2025 Nos Constitutions affirment : « nous sommes missionnaires pour toute la vie et partout où la Congrégation nous envoie » (C.15). Ces mots décrivent parfaitement Sœur Mary Aidan, qui a vécu sa vocation missionnaire avec dévouement, compassion et bonne humeur tout au long
- [Sr. Mary Aidan Colgan                                   ](https://www.smsmsisters.org/sister-mary-aidan-colgan/) - Born:7 April 1927 First Profession: 11 February 1956 Deceased: 20/11/2025 Our Constitutions affirm: “We are missionary for the whole of our lives, wherever we are sent by the Congregation” (C.15). These words aptly describe Sr Mary Aidan who lived her missionary vocation with dedication, compassion and good humour all the days of her life, as
- [Hermana Mary Aidan Colgan](https://www.smsmsisters.org/es/hermana-mary-aidan-colgan/) - Nacimiento: 7 de abril de 1927Primera Profesión: 11 de febrero de 1956Fallecimiento: 20/11/2025 Nuestras Constituciones afirman: «Somos misioneras durante toda nuestra vida, dondequiera que la Congregación nos envíe» (C.15). Estas palabras describen acertadamente a la Hna. Mary Aidan, quien vivió su vocación misionera con dedicación, compasión y buen humor todos los días de su vida,
- [Hermana Mary Anne Faucher, SMSM (Hna. M. Mark Lawrence)](https://www.smsmsisters.org/es/hermana-mary-anne-faucher-smsm-hna-m-mark-lawrence/) - Nacimiento: 7 de junio de 1941Primera Profesión: 7 de marzo de 1962Fallecimiento: 7 de diciembre de 2025 Si cada una de nosotras cerrara los ojos por un momento y pensara en una sola palabra que asociaría con la Hermana Mary Anne, para muchas esa palabra sería “MÚSICA”. Cuando la Hermana Mary Anne inició su camino
- [Sœur Mary Anne Faucher, smsm](https://www.smsmsisters.org/fr/soeur-mary-anne-faucher-smsm/) - (S. M. Mark Lawrence) Née le : 7 juin 1941Première profession : 7 mars 1962Décédée le : 7 décembre 2025 Si chacune d'entre nous fermait les yeux un instant et pensait à un seul mot qui nous relie à Sœur Mary Anne, pour beaucoup d'entre nous, ce mot serait « MUSIQUE ». Lorsque Sœur Mary
- [Sr. Mary Anne Faucher, smsm](https://www.smsmsisters.org/sr-mary-anne-faucher-smsm/) - (Sr. M. Mark Lawrence) Born: 7 June 1941 First Profession: 7 March 1962 Deceased: 7 December 2025. If each one of us closed our eyes for a moment and thought of just one word that we’d connect to Sister Mary Anne, for many of us that word would be “MUSIC”. When Sister Mary Anne began
- [Sr. Julienne Santos, smsm](https://www.smsmsisters.org/sr-julienne-santos-smsm/) - Born: 14 June 1927 First Profession: 28 April 1950 Deceased: 12 January 2025 We give thanks for Sister Julienne, a valiant woman who gave her life in service of God’s needy ones, who gave herself completely to what was asked of her, but who never took no for an answer. Julienne Santos was born on
- [Hna. Julienne Santos, smsm](https://www.smsmsisters.org/es/hna-julienne-santos-smsm/) - Nacimiento: 14 de junio de 1927 Profesión: 28 de abril de 1950 Fallecimiento: 12 de enero de 2025 Damos gracias por la Hermana Julienne, una mujer valiente que entregó su vida al servicio de los más necesitados de Dios; que se dio por completo a todo lo que se le pedía, y que nunca aceptó
- [Sœur Julienne Santos smsm](https://www.smsmsisters.org/fr/soeur-julienne-santos-smsm/) - Naissance : le 14 juin 1927 Profession : le 28 avril 1950 Décédée : le 12 janvier 2025 Nous remercions Dieu pour la vie de Sœur Julienne, femme vaillante qui a donné sa vie pour les plus nécessiteux, elle s’est donnée totalement à ce qui lui était demandé et n’a jamais accepté un non comme réponse. Julienne Santos
- [Intentions de prière du Saint-Père](https://www.smsmsisters.org/fr/intentions-de-priere-du-saint-pere/) - FÉVRIER Pour les enfants atteints de maladies incurables. Prions pour que les enfants atteints de maladies incurables ainsi que leurs familles reçoivent les soins médicaux et le soutien nécessaires, sans jamais perdre force et espérance. Intentions de Prière SMSM : Nous nous souvenons de nos Sœurs qui célèbrent leur jubilé cette année et nous
- [Prayer intentions of the Holy Father](https://www.smsmsisters.org/prayer-intentions-of-the-holy-father-2/) - FEBRUARY For children with incurable diseases. Let us pray that children suffering from incurable diseases and their families receive the necessary medical care and support, never losing strength and hope. SMSM Intentions: We remember our Sisters celebrating Jubilees this year and thank God for the graces they have received in their Marist missionary lives:
- [Sr. Gail Mary Colquhoun (+ 28 June 2025)](https://www.smsmsisters.org/sr-gail-mary-colquhoun-28june-2025/) - Born:12June 1937Professed: 31May 1955Died: 28June 2025 Born in Canberra on 12th June 1937, Gail Mary Colquhoun was the first child and only daughter of James Leslie and Neita Colquhoun and became the older sister of her brothers James and Peter. After primary school in Canberra, Gail did her secondary school in Sydney and worked for a year
- [Intencion de plegaria - 12/2025](https://www.smsmsisters.org/es/intencion-de-plegaria-12-2025/) - Prayer Intentions of the Pope Each month the Pope invites all members of the Church to pray for particular needs.This month the Prayer Intentions of the Pope are: For Christians in areas of conflictLet us pray that Christians living in areas of war or conflict, especially in the Middle East, might be seeds of peace,
- [Intentions de priere - 12/2025](https://www.smsmsisters.org/fr/intentions-de-priere-12-2025/) - Prayer Intentions of the Pope Each month the Pope invites all members of the Church to pray for particular needs.This month the Prayer Intentions of the Pope are: For Christians in areas of conflictLet us pray that Christians living in areas of war or conflict, especially in the Middle East, might be seeds of peace,
- [Hna. Mary Frances Anna Remnant](https://www.smsmsisters.org/es/hna-mary-frances-anna-remnant/) - Nascida: 11 de diciembre de 1942 Profesión: 24 de agosto de 1969 Fallecida: 23 de octubre 2025 Frances Margareta (Francie) was the much loved and only child of Norman and Margareta Remnant. She was born and baptized in Te Kuiti, a rural town in New Zealand. Faith and trust in God were central to their
- [Intenciones de oración del Santo Padre](https://www.smsmsisters.org/es/intenciones-de-oracion-del-santo-padre/) - FEBRERO Por los niños con enfermedades incurables. Oremos para que los niños que padecen enfermedades incurables y sus familias reciban la atención médica y el apoyo necesario, sin perder nunca la fuerza y la esperanza.
- [Frances Anna Remnant](https://www.smsmsisters.org/fr/frances-anna-remnant/) - 11 décembre 1942 23 octobre 2025 Frances Margareta (Francie) était la fille unique et adorée de Norman et Margareta Remnant. Elle est née et a été baptisée à Te Kuiti, une petite ville rurale de Nouvelle-Zélande. La foi et la confiance en Dieu étaient au cœur de la vie familiale. Ses parents étaient travailleurs et
- [Intentions de Priere](https://www.smsmsisters.org/fr/intentions-de-priere/)
- [Intenciones de oracion](https://www.smsmsisters.org/es/intenciones-de-oracion/)
- [Prayer Intentions of the Holy Father](https://www.smsmsisters.org/prayer-intentions-of-the-holy-father/) - For children with incurable diseases. Let us pray that children suffering from incurable diseases and their families receive the necessary medical care and support, never losing strength and hope. 60 YEARS 17th February, 1966 S. Marie Francoise LE MIGNOT Ste Foy-Les Lyon
- [Sr. M Angeline Maipone (+05/04/2025)](https://www.smsmsisters.org/sr-m-angeline-maipone-05-04-2025/) - Born: 26 May 1942 First Profession: 8 September 1968 Death: 5 April 2025 “I thank my God, each time I think of you and when I pray for you, I pray with joy.” (Phil. 1:3) Aqela Maipone was born on 26th May 1942 in Navakacoa village in
- [Sr. Paula Mary Hills (+ 14/03/2025)](https://www.smsmsisters.org/sr-paula-mary-hills-14-03-2025/) - Paula Mary was born in Christchurch – New Zealand – on 17th December 1943. She was a new addition to the loving family of Mary Ellen and John Louis Hills. From an early age Paula Mary was undoubtedly forward thinking and very self and socially aware. These gifts were an integral part of her personal and
- [Sr. Ana Marzolo (Linda Ann Marzolo) + 28/04/2025](https://www.smsmsisters.org/sr-ana-marzolo-linda-ann-marzolo-28-04-2025/) - Born: 26 July, 1941 Profession: 08 March, 1964 Died: 28 April, 2025 REMEMBERING ANA If I were to describe Sr. Ana Marzolo with one word that word would be DARING! She was a daring woman. Many years ago, Ana gave some of us an impressive piece of information about herself: that as a
- [Prayer intentions - 09/2025](https://www.smsmsisters.org/prayer-intentions-09-2025/) - Prayer Intentions of the Pope Each month the Pope invites all members of the Church to pray for particular needs.This month the Prayer Intentions of the Pope are: For Our Relationship With All Of Creation Let us pray that, inspired by Saint Francis, we might experience our interdependence with all creatures who are loved by
- [Prayer intentions - 11/2025](https://www.smsmsisters.org/prayer-intentions-11-2025/) - Prayer Intentions of the Pope Each month the Pope invites all members of the Church to pray for particular needs.This month the Prayer Intentions of the Pope are: For the prevention of suicideLet us pray that those who are struggling with suicidal thoughts might find the support, care, and love they need in their community,
- [Sr. Malia Elisapeta Tapusoa (Matalena Tapusoa) + 15 May 2025](https://www.smsmsisters.org/188-2/) - Born: 26 March 1930Professed: 02 February 1955Died: 15 May 2025 This year 2025 is a very special year for Sr Malia Elisapeta: On the 2nd of February we celebrated her 70 years as SMSMON 26th March we celebrated 95 years of her lifeOn 15th May we celebrated her entrance into eternal life. Matalena Tapusoa aka Sister Malia Elisapeta
- [Prayer intentions - 12/2025](https://www.smsmsisters.org/prayer-intentions-12-2025/) - Prayer Intentions of the Pope Each month the Pope invites all members of the Church to pray for particular needs.This month the Prayer Intentions of the Pope are: For Christians in areas of conflictLet us pray that Christians living in areas of war or conflict, especially in the Middle East, might be seeds of peace,
- [Sr. Theresa Pasterczyk (Sr. Mary Jan), + June 28, 2025  ](https://www.smsmsisters.org/sr-theresa-pasterczyk-sr-mary-jan-june-28-2025/) - Born: 21 August, 1930 Profession: 8 March, 1964 Died: June 28, 2025 Many years, ago when Sr. Theresa began her pastoral ministry in Lurigancho Prison in Lima, Peru, she discovered after some time that inmates often gave nicknames staff members. Theresa’s nickname was: “Wonder Woman/La Mujer Maravilla!” However, she previously had to make a long

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- [Ongoing formation](https://www.smsmsisters.org/join-us/ongoing-formation/) - Home > Join Us > Ongoing Formaiton Ongoing Formation Join us In order to respond each day to God’s faithful love, and to serve those to whom He sends us with competence while being His witnesses among them, we need a human, spiritual and missionary formation that continues through life. SMSM Constitutions 262 This is
- [Where We Are](https://www.smsmsisters.org/where-we-are/) - Where We Are General House Via Cassia, 1243, 00189Rome, Italy E-mail: smsmsisters@gmail.com countries Africa - Europe Regional: Sr Athanasie Hakizuwambaza E-mail: afriqueuropesmsm@gmail.com England France Italy Madagascar Rwanda Senegal The Americas Regional: Sr. Palepa IoaneE-mail: admin@maristsmsm.org Jamaica Peru United States of America Asia - Pacific Regional: Koleti UveaE-mail: smsmasiepacific@gmail.com Australia Bangladesh New Caledonia Papua New Guinea
- [SMSM Spirituality](https://www.smsmsisters.org/smsm-spirituality/) - Home > Spirituality Our Spirituality “Joyfully given to God for the kingdom in the spirit of Mary” (SMSM Constitutions 23) Our Pioneers felt impelled to live their vocation as Missionaries as Marists as Religious We too wish to respond with joy to the call of Christ to us today in our world Missionaries “We are ready to leave our own country, to
- [Join Us](https://www.smsmsisters.org/join-us/) - Home > Join Us Join Us From the time of our pioneers, we have welcomed into our congregation women of different backgrounds and nationalities who respond to God’s call to serve as missionary sisters living in the spirit of Mary. If you think that you may be called to our way of life, you may
- [SMSM Mission](https://www.smsmsisters.org/smsm-mission/) - Mission today In complete availability, we are ready to leave our own country, to set out or set out again towards other peoples and other cultures, knowing that the Spirit precedes us – He whose gentle action is the source of evangelization and who brings to birth in us that same spirit He created in
- [Links](https://www.smsmsisters.org/contact-us/links/) - Home > Contact us > Links Links Marist Family SMSM Region of the Americashttp://www.maristsmsm.org Society of Mary - Marist Fathers and Brothers (SM)http://www.maristsm.org/ Marist Sisters (SM)http://www.marists.net/ Marist Brothers (FMS)http://www.champagnat.org/ Marists in Francehttp://www.maristes-france.org Other links Vidimus Dominum - USG and UISGhttp://vd.pcn.net/ UISG - International Union of Superiors Generalhttp://www.uisg.org/ SEDOS - Service of Documentation and Study on
- [Contact Us](https://www.smsmsisters.org/contact-us/) - Home > Contact us Contact us General HouseVia Cassia, 1243, 00189 Roma RME-mail: smsmsisters@gmail.com For further information about the mission in a particular place, contact the following addresses AFRIQUE-EUROPE - Burundi, England, France, Italy, Madagascar, Rwanda, Senegal, TanzaniaSr Athanasie Hakizuwambaza > smsmvocation15@gmail.com THE AMERICAS - Jamaica, Peru, United States of AmericaSr Helen Muller > vocations@maristsmsm.org
- [SMSM Initial formation](https://www.smsmsisters.org/join-us/smsm-initial-formation/) - Home > Join Us > Initial Formaiton Join us If you are accepted to begin first formation, you will be invited to become a postulant and to join a community, if possible in your home country. Over a period of about a year, you will have the chance to share the life of that community
- [Prayer requests](https://www.smsmsisters.org/smsm-spirituality/prayer-requests/) - Home > Spirituality > Prayer requests Prayer requests Aware of our Christian and missionary responsibility, we remember to pray each day for all those who are especially entrusted to us. Our intentions will include the mission of the congregation, the Church and the whole world (SMSM Constitutions 141) Your Prayer IntentionWould you like our sisters to
- [Marist Family](https://www.smsmsisters.org/smsm-spirituality/marist-family/) - Home > Spirituality > The Marist Family The Marist Family The Marist Missionary Sisters are part of the Marits Family, that is formed by 4 congregations and laypeople who fellow the Marist Charism The “Society of Mary” came to birth on 23rd July 1816, at the sanctuary of Notre Dame de Fourvière (Our Lady of
- [Senior Sisters](https://www.smsmsisters.org/who-we-are/senior-sisters/) - Home > Who we are > Senior Sisters Senior Sisters Who we are The SMSM Constitutions (15) state that “through our profession and the constantly renewed desire to reveal Christ, we are missionary for the whole of our life wherever we are sent by the Congregation”. Many Missionary Sisters of the Society of Mary, after spending
- [Sister Marie de la Présentation](https://www.smsmsisters.org/who-we-are/meet-our-pioneers/sister-marie-de-la-presentation/) - Home > Who we are > Meet our pioneers > Sister Marie de la Présentation Sister Marie de la Présentation The pioneers Marie Brait 1834-1886 Marie de la Présentation, the daughter of a naval officer, was already a Third Order member in Toulon, when she decided to make the radical gift of herself as a
- [Meet our pioneers](https://www.smsmsisters.org/who-we-are/meet-our-pioneers/) - Home > Who we are > Meet our pioneers Meet our pioneers The vocation of our first sisters was clarified through their faithful living in response to the inspirations of the Holy Spirit and the guidance of the Marist priests with whom they worked in mission. To know more about each pioneer, simply click on
- [Sister Marie de la Merci](https://www.smsmsisters.org/who-we-are/meet-our-pioneers/sister-marie-de-la-merci/) - Home > Who we are > Meet our pioneers > Sister Marie de la Merci Sister Marie de la Merci The pioneers Marie Meissonier 1837-? Sr Marie de la Merci emerges from her letters as a very gifted young woman, a natural leader, well-educated, with a pleasing personality. The eldest of three girls in the
- [Sr Marie Augustin](https://www.smsmsisters.org/who-we-are/meet-our-pioneers/sr-marie-augustin/) - Home > Who we are > Meet our pioneers > Sister Marie Augustin Sister Marie Augustin The pioneers Marie Jacqueline Claray-Fromage 1826-1896 Sr Marie Augustin was born at Crest-Voland in Savoie (France) on 16 March 1826. Like the other pioneers, on hearing the call of Bishop Bataillon for the missions in Oceania she volunteered and
- [Sister Marie Rose](https://www.smsmsisters.org/who-we-are/meet-our-pioneers/sister-marie-rose/) - Home > Who we are > Meet our pioneers > Sister Marie Rose Sister Marie Rose The pioneers Jeanne-Marie Autin 1839-1912 At 15 years of age, Jeanne-Marie entered a TORM, founded in 1854 in her home village of Jonzieux by the Abbé Pierre-Antoine Richard. One of four founding members, shemade profession in 1855. On hearing
- [Sister Marie de Bon Secours](https://www.smsmsisters.org/who-we-are/meet-our-pioneers/sister-marie-de-bon-secours/) - Home > Who we are > Meet our pioneers > Sister Marie de Bon Secours Sister Marie de Bon Secours The pioneers ​Clotilde Viannay 1818-1895 Before coming to Oceania, Marie de Bon Secours had lived as a Daughter of Charity of St Vincent de Paul, having made profession there in 1842. She left the
- [Sister Marie de la Paix](https://www.smsmsisters.org/who-we-are/meet-our-pioneers/sister-marie-de-la-paix/) - Home > Who we are > Meet our pioneers > Sister Marie de la Paix Sister Marie de la Paix The pioneers Marie-Virginie Jacquier 1824-1896 Much of what we would like to know about Marie-Virginie will remain in the obscurity of history as she has not left us many letters to tell us much
- [Sister Marie de la Croix](https://www.smsmsisters.org/who-we-are/meet-our-pioneers/sister-marie-de-la-croix/) - Home > Who we are > Meet our pioneers > Sister Marie de la Croix Sister Marie de la Croix The pioneers Pélagie Phelippon 1831-1908 It was at La Roche-sur-Yon that Pélagie Phelippon was born in 1831. She received a good education in a convent school in Bordeaux and afterwards taught very successfully at
- [Sr Marie de Sainte Espérance (Jeanne Albert)](https://www.smsmsisters.org/who-we-are/meet-our-pioneers/sr-marie-de-sainte-esperance-jeanne-albert/) - Home > Who we are > Meet our pioneers > Sister Marie de la Sainte-Espérance Sister Marie de la Sainte-Espérance The pioneers Jeanne Albert 1831-1872 Jeanne was the youngest of the first departure group who left for Oceania in November 1857. She was born in Rive-de-Gier, near Lyon, and given a reasonably good education.
- [Sr Marie de la Miséricorde (Jeanne Marie Basset)](https://www.smsmsisters.org/who-we-are/meet-our-pioneers/sr-marie-de-la-misericorde-jeanne-marie-basset/) - Home > Who we are > Meet our pioneers > Sister Marie de la Misericorde Sister Marie de la Misericorde The pioneers Marie Basset 1830-1904 Mari Basset was born in St Laurent-de-Chamousset, France, on 2 November 1830. As a young woman, she responded to the appeal of Bishop Bataillon for mission in Oceania, but as
- [Sample Page](https://www.smsmsisters.org/who-we-are/meet-our-pioneers/sample-page/) - Home > Who we are > Meet our pioneers > Meet our pioneers The pioneers This is an example page. It's different from a blog post because it will stay in one place and will show up in your site navigation (in most themes). Most people start with an About page that introduces them to History of the Marist Missionary Sisters, SMSM - Society of Mary
- [Sr Marie de la Pitié  (Françoise Bartet)](https://www.smsmsisters.org/who-we-are/meet-our-pioneers/sr-marie-de-la-pitie-francoise-bartet/) - Home > Who we are > Meet our pioneers > Sister Marie de la Pitie Sister Marie de la Pitie The pioneers Françoise Bartet 1820-1894 Sister Marie de la Pitié emerges from her letters that have come down to us and from those of others who write of her, as a woman of prayer,
- [Marie Françoise Perroton - Sr Marie du Mont Carmel ](https://www.smsmsisters.org/who-we-are/meet-our-pioneers/marie-francoise-perroton-sr-marie-du-mont-carmel/) - Home > Who we are > Meet our pioneers > Marie Françoise Perroton Marie Françoise Perroton The pioneers Sr Marie du Mont Carmel (1796 - 1873) Marie Françoise, the woman whom we esteem and revere as the one ‘who gave the initial impulse’, left for Oceania at the age of 49, prepared to make
- [The Vocation of the Pioneers](https://www.smsmsisters.org/who-we-are/meet-our-pioneers/the-vocation-of-the-pioneers/) - Home > Who we are > The vocation of the Pioneers The vocation of the Pioneers At the origins of the Missionary Sisters of the Society of Mary Download PDF The text tries to respond to two fundamental questions: how did the pioneers see their vocation and, from the witness of their lives, is it possible
- [Sr. M. Polycarpe Pipisega, smsm](https://www.smsmsisters.org/who-we-are/sisters-histories/sr-m-polycarpe-pipisega-smsm/) - Home > Who we are > Sisters' Stories > Sr. M. Polycarpe Pipisega, smsm Sisters' Stories Sr. M. Polycarpe Pipisega, smsm Sending on mission as a grace (Mt 20:16-20) Coming from the small island of Futuna, my religious life took me around the world to proclaim Jesus Christ. It is in thanksgiving that I
- [Sr. Marie Emmanuel Fuchs, smsm](https://www.smsmsisters.org/who-we-are/sisters-histories/sr-marie-emmanuel-fuchs-smsm/) - Home > Who we are > Sisters' Stories > Sr. Marie Emmanuel Fuchs Sisters' Stories Sr. Marie Emmanuel Fuchs In the beginning, stronger than anything else, they heard the call from God for mission expressed through the appeals from Oceania (Prologue Constitutions) It is in joy and thanksgiving that I will share with you
- [Sr. Cyprian Morris, smsm](https://www.smsmsisters.org/who-we-are/sisters-histories/sr-cyprian-morris-smsm/) - Home > Who we are > Sisters' Stories > Sr. Catherine Jones Sisters' Stories Sr. Cyprian Morris Days of My life Fifty-eight years as an enthusiastic SMSM leave many days to be remembered with joy and gratitude; some have bright happiness, some with innate sadness but overall contentment. After chilly days at Heretaunga novitiate
- [Sr. Catherine Jones, smsm](https://www.smsmsisters.org/who-we-are/sisters-histories/sr-catherine-jones-smsm/) - Home > Who we are > Sisters' Stories > Sr. Catherine Jones Sisters' Stories Sr. Catherine Jones As members of the Society of Mary What does it mean to be Marist? Here we touch on the mysterious choice of God and of Mary. To be Marist is to be a member of a family as
- [Sr. Athanasie Hakizuwambaza, smsm](https://www.smsmsisters.org/who-we-are/sisters-histories/s-athanasie-hakizuwambaza-smsm/) - Home > Who we are > Sisters' Stories > Sr. Athanasie Sisters' Stories Sr. Athanasie Hakizuwambaza, smsm MY SMSM VOCATION, OR RATHER, MY LIFE JOURNEY AS AN SMSM In 1988, I left my family to start my journey following Christ in the smsm. For three years, I was an aspirant with three other girls.
- [Sr. Margaret Tisch, smsm](https://www.smsmsisters.org/who-we-are/sisters-histories/sr-margaret-tisch-smsm/) - Home > Who we are > Sisters' Stories > Sr. Margaret Tisch, smsm Sisters' Stories Sr. Margaret Tisch, smsm My Missionary Vocation At the age of 14 I had a very vivid dream about a tall sister in a white veil and dress standing at the end of what I thought was a palm grove
- [Sisters' Stories](https://www.smsmsisters.org/who-we-are/sisters-histories/) - Home > Who we are > Sisters' Stories Sisters' Stories Sister Athanasie Sister Catherine Sister Cyprian Sister Margaret Sister Marie Emmanuel Sister M. Polycarpe
- [Pacific Congregations](https://www.smsmsisters.org/who-we-are/pacific-congregations/) - Home > Who we are > Pacific Congregations Pacific Congregations In response to the desire of young women to become religious, and to the hopes of some bishops to have diocesan congregations, our sisters were given the responsibility to start four groups of sisters in the Pacific. These sisters have all been officially recognized by
- [Our beginnings](https://www.smsmsisters.org/who-we-are/our-beginnings/) - Home > Who we are > Our beginnings Our beginnings We trace our beginnings as a religious congregation to Marie Francoise Perroton and ten other valiant women who set out from France between 1845 and 1860 in response to the request from the christians in the island of Wallis in the Pacific to “send us
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