2014 has been a busy year for us as laity in the Marianist Family! From putting together a strategic plan, holding an assembly and electing new officers, we're continuing to build momentum to institutionalize MLNNA as the lay branch of the Marianist Family. We'd be remiss if we didn't take this opportunity to wish you a Happy Thanksgiving and say THANK YOU for all that you do to sustain our Marianist life!
We, as laity, have a tremendous opportunity to advance the Marianist movement in our local communities, around the country, and across the globe. We look forward to working toward a strong and vibrant Marianist future together!
Remember that YOU are the Marianist Lay Network! Without you, and our lay communities, there would be no network. The MLNNA leadership team and volunteer committee members from around the country are excited about what 2015 holds. We hope you are too!
The Marianist Lay Network is only made possible through your generous financial support. If you are a past or present contributor, or your community has made a contribution on behalf of its members, we thank you! We invite you to renew your support and perhaps even consider increasing your contribution. If you have not made a previous contribution, you are especially invited to show your support. We hope that you sense the momentum: the energy, movement, and growth of MLNNA as we all seek to be better connected and more intentionally engaged in the mission of the Marianist Family. Your support connects us to the great work of the Marianist Social Justice Collaborative, the Marianist Lay Formation Initiative, the International Organization of Marianist Lay Communities as well as our own work of staying connected and reaching out to our members.
Again, thank you for your gracious witness to our shared Marianist life. We pray that this be a time of abundant blessing for you and your communities. Assuring you a remembrance in our prayers, we are: