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
Province Members Celebrate their Jubilees
February 12, 2026
188 Years of Religious Fidelity and Commitment!
188 years !!!! That’s a lot of commitment! On this date sixty years ago, Bro. Robert Joseph Lahey professed his first vows as a Marianist. He is pictured below at the Mass, Renewal of Vows, and celebration which the Province held in his honor on Sunday, February 1. Congratulations to Bro. Robert!
Bro. David Bruner also celebrates 65 years of profession today, as does Bro. Donald Nussbaum (63 years). We congratulate these three brothers for their example of fidelity to Mary’s mission of bringing Christ to others, and we thank them for their fraternal life with us for all these years. May God bless them, and Mary accompany them for years to come!
Brother Robert renews his vows before Bro. Joseph Bellizzi, Provincial
Brother Robert receives a blessing from Pope Leo XIV
Bro. Donald (L) & Bro. David (R)
Operation FIAT and Operation ANDREW hold joint gathering
February 12, 2026
Jesus called the Apostle Andrew, along with his brother, Peter, and others. Like Mary, Andrew offered his immediate FIAT, saying “yes” to the Lord’s Call.
In the same spirit, the Province of Meribah (Operation Fiat) joined with the Diocese of Rockville Centre (Project Andrew) in gathering young men to pray and share on the topic of their discernment of the Lord’s call for each one. The gathering took place at Kellenberg Memorial and more than 60 young men joined members of the Marianist Communities, diocesan clergy and other apostolic coordinators from schools and parishes throughout the entire diocese. It was a joyous gathering, filled with enthusiasm. Bro. Ryszard, SM spoke about his vocational story, while Fr. John Crozier of the diocese (himself a grad of Kellenberg) shared some thoughts about being a diocesan priest.
Please pray for these young men in their discernment, and pray that the Lord will send vocations to both the Diocese and the Province!
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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
