SOCIETY OF MARY (Marianists)
Missionaries of Mary…
Forming Disciples of Christ
The Province of Meribah welcomes you to our website as we share our faith and our vocation as Marianists. We are members of an international Catholic religious congregation of Brothers and Priests, the Society of Mary (Marianists), founded in 1817 by Fr. William Joseph Chaminade. We form communities dedicated to bringing others to Christ, as Mary, our Blessed Mother, did. We seek to grow in holiness as Sons of Mary. Christ is the center of our life as we strive to become more like Him.
We specialize in the education of young people of Long Island, New York, helping them to grow as persons; developing their talents and their faith. We invite you to explore our life and works as you navigate these pages. As you do, you may also contemplate your own faith and perhaps, God may be calling you too!
Embrace Our Marianist Journey of Faith
Welcome to the official website of the Marianist Province of Meribah. We aim to deepen our faith, share it with others, and grow in devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary, for the salvation of all. Go ahead, explore our life and mission on this page, and through the links to the right –>. May the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit be glorified through the Immaculate Virgin Mary!
Latest News
Faustino Retreat at Founder’s Hollow
December 4, 2025
FAUSTINO CLUB MEMBERS PRAY AND DECORATE!
From November 29 until December 1, 20 of Santa’s helpers from Kellenberg’s and Chaminade’s Faustino (Vocation) Clubs decorated Founder’s Hollow for Christmas. They also participated in our annual Advent Retreat, which included the Blessing of the Advent Wreath, a Jesse Tree Prayer Service, Mass, Adoration, and plenty of fun . . . and food.
December 2025 Reflection – by Bro. Michael McAward, SM
Well, we have made it to another Advent season, with the wonderful Feast of Christmas soon to follow…
Of course, we are all encouraged to stay focused on “the reason for the season,” despite the ever-growing distractions of the “Holidays.” And, yes, we know that all of this is because Jesus Christ, Son of the Living God and Savior of us all, was born a man like us, so that we could become more and more like Him.
If we take the time to contemplate this real meaning of the Incarnation, and all its implications, it can be overwhelming indeed: that God, the creator and sustainer of everything should choose to take on our human condition; that the fingers which fashioned the stars would soon reach out to be held by two weary travelers, Mary and Joseph, who still did not fully understand their own role in this magnificent plan for salvation; that the very life we will celebrate, will be taken, rather, surrendered, so that we may have everlasting life.
And how are we supposed to respond? How can we respond? How must we respond? Click to continue…
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POWER TO REDEEM
by Lauren Daigle
This video features a musical performance that explores themes of redemption, grace, and the transformative power of love. Through a series of poignant lyrics, the song expresses how love can heal and restore, emphasizing the pivotal role of faith and sacrifice in achieving freedom from guilt and shame. Key moments in the song really highlight the message of resurrection and new beginnings, inviting listeners to rejoice in their redemption. A wonderful song for the Season of Easter!
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Marianist Province of Meribah
Long Island, New York
