b"A Messagefrom the ProvincialMy Dear Partners in Mission, Communities, schools, parishes, or community out-reach. These groups follow the same basic approachGreetings and peace from the Marianist Provincial that our founder, Blessed William Joseph Chaminade,Offices in St. Louis. Im writing this in the midst of livedandmodeledforus.Hegatheredpeopleregardlesssome very cold and snowy days in January, of their stations in lifeyoung or old, sick or poor,and,yet,Irealizethatbythetimeyoureceive men or women. They shared faith, listened to the signsthis Spring issue of ALIVE magazine, the of the times, and acted.weather will be changing. This continued devotion to gathering people is partThe months of December through of our Marianist identity. Its about the conversationFebruary are the time of my annual visits or the meeting. Its about calling others to action. It'sto our religious communities. Although about changing our world, even if it is just our familiessome visits may occur at other times of the or neighborhoods. We are called to make a difference,year, many take place during these middle wherever that might be.months of the academic year. The purpose Each edition of ALIVE gives me the opportunity tois to visit with each individual brother to share a brief reminder of the many ministries in whichsee how he is doing in all parts of his life. our brothers serve. It also gives me the opportunityThe visits are truly grace-filled, and its an to thank you for the many different ways that youhonor to speak to each member and listen support us by your time, talent, and treasure.to his hopes, dreams, and concerns for life. Thank you! Muchisimas Gracias! Grazie Tanto!Please pray for our Marianist brothers across Mahalo! In whichever language you speak, know thatthe United States and around the world. we are thankful for your assistance. Rest assured thatFather OscarVasquez, SM During this time, I also visit our ministries and have you and your intentions remain in our prayers.the privilege of praying and meeting with ministerialleadersandcommunitymembers.Itremindsme that United in Marys Mission,were diverse in many different ways. Im humbled toseethemiraclesthathappeneachdayintheseministriesthat work with very young, youths, young adults, andseniors. We are doing many, many things. Rev. Oscar Vasquez, SMAcommon theme is that we tend to do this work Provincialvia communities of faith, whether in Marianist Lay2Call1.800.348.4732"