Society of Mary • Marist Asia

14/04/2026

“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.” Matthew 5:9 🙏

25/03/2026

Congratulations and blessings on our six newly professed brothers.

16/03/2026

A joyful gathering during the recent District Visit brought our community together for celebration, reflection, and sharing. It was a special moment to strengthen our Marist mission here in Ranong.

Our Superior General, Fr Declan Marmion, formally visited our District of Asia from 16th February till 23March, 2026. This was his first official visit to a unit of the Society of Mary since he was…

25/01/2026

The District of Asia Honors Fr. Joseph McLaughlin, SM

The District of Asia held a memorial Mass for Fr. Joseph McLaughlin, SM at the St. Peter Chanel Formation Community. Fr. Joe served as a member of the District for eleven years before returning to his home Province in the United States. The evening was filled with beautiful and candid stories that revealed how deeply he touched the lives of many, especially in Digos and Davao.

We remember him as a confrere, mentor, formator, friend, smiling priest, and Marist missionary—one who brought Mary’s gentle presence into every encounter. May he now rest in God’s assuring peace, embraced by the loving presence of Mary.

12/01/2026

After eight years of ministry in Ranong, on 19th December we farewelled Fr. Hermes and thanked him for his service with the Marists and the wider community. During his time here, he worked in several key roles: as Manager of the Health Program, Manager of the Australian Catholic University program,....

12/01/2026

We give thanks for your generosity and service, Fr. Hermes. We look forward to working with you in the Phillpines.

After eight years of ministry in Ranong, on 19th December we farewelled Fr. Hermes and thanked him for his service with the Marists and the wider community. During his time here, he worked in several key roles: as Manager of the Health Program, Manager of the Australian Catholic University program,....

08/01/2026

It is with great sorrow that we received the news of the passing of Fr. Joseph (Joe) McLaughlin, SM. Fr. Joe was a Marist missionary who served in Digos and Davao, particularly in Agdao and Sta. Ana, where he worked for a number of years as a formator. He was deeply loved by many for his warmth, generosity, and charismatic personality. In 2009, he returned to the United States of America to join his home province.
May Fr. Joe rest in peace, a faithful servant of God.

07/01/2026

A excellent newsletter from our students at St. Peter Chanel Formation House to begin 2026.

01/12/2025

Buddhist, Muslim, and Christian leaders gathered in Ranong to reflect on building bridges, not walls. Thanks to our own Fr. Hermes Sabud and the Marist Community in Ranong for their work in this ministry of peace.

On 19 November 2025, the Interreligious Leaders Encounter for Peace gathered Buddhist, Muslim, and Christian leaders from across Ranong Province for a morning of reflection, dialogue, and a shared …

25/11/2025

The Society of Mary–Marists, District of Asia, bids farewell to Fr. Patrick “Fr. Pat” Muckian, SM, after 32 years of generous missionary service to the Philippines, especially in Mindanao.

Fr. Pat served in the Marist missions in Diwalwal, Monkayo, Agdao, and later as a formator and Master of Novices. His last assignment was in Digos City, where he ministered for 13 years at Our Lady of Fatima Parish. He is well-loved for his gentle, humble presence and his deep commitment to prison ministry.

As he returns to Ireland, we thank you, Fr. Pat, for your missionary life and your faithful witness to the love of Jesus in the way of Mary.

04/11/2025

Congratulations to the new Pastoral and Finance Council members of St. Michael Archangel Quasi-Parish.

On October 19, 2025, the members of the Pastoral and Finance Council of St. Michael Archangel Quasi-Parish took their oath and were formally presented to the faithful during Sunday Mass. The ceremo…