Legion of Mary - An Invitation

Legion of Mary is a lay Catholic Organisation founded in Dublin, Ireland on 7th September 1921. The Legion is governed by a system of Councils. The smallest unit is called a Praesidium which holds weekly meetings where prayer is intermingled with reports and discussions.

The Objectives

It is the glory of God through holiness of its members developed by prayer and active co-operation under ecclesiastical guidance, in Mary's and the Church's work of advancing the reign of Christ.

The Spirit

The Spirit of the Legion is that of Mary herself, the perfect model of the apostolic spiritual life. United in Mary's strong faith and love of God, the legion aspires to serve the Lord in all whom they meet.

Membership

Active Members are required to attend weekly meetings and perform works of service.
Auxiliary Members undertake a Service of Prayer which includes the Legion Prayers and five decades of the Rosary daily.

Legion Works

• Home/Hospital visitation

• Block Rosary

• Parish Books on Wheels

• Family Rosary Devotion in Church (Saturdays)

• Teaching Catechism to the young & old

• RCIA Sponsors

• Crowd Contact

• Work Assigned by the Parish Priest

Eligibility

It is open to all Catholics in good standing with a desire to serve our Lord Jesus Christ through the powerful intercession of His Blessed Mother Mary, Queen of the Apostles.