They are teachers, farmers, architects, scientists, students, social workers, writers, accountants and engineers. Yet, they find ways in their lives and in the communities they form to build a more just and peaceful world and to grow in faith and hope. They immerse themselves in the world around them and, in the spirit of solidarity, embrace the limitations and express the yearnings of their own culture for fulfilment and harmony. Like other members of the Marianist Family, they are called to this life by God and look to Christ's mother Mary as protector, model and educator. In both the obscure and public aspects of their everyday lives, they seek to accept Christ's Spirit and give birth to the Reign of God.
Community is at the heart of their way of life.
It is the way that they announce the Gospel. Building communities and forming people who can build communities is the primary way that the mission isaccomplished. Because society is transformed by the action of groups, these communities affect social change and move closer to Chaminade's and Adele's vision of a society of Christian values. Local communities remain autonomous, but now are grouped into regional, national, and world levels. The international organization promotes unity and continuity and encourages dialogue, reflection, and mutual support.