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Legion of Mary
The Legion of Mary
is part of the active apostolic movement
of lay people in the Catholic Church throughout
the world. Legionaries feel personally committed
to render service to every person who is
the “Image of Christ,” with
the spirit and solitude of Mary. They recognize
that the role of the Blessed Virgin Mother
in the plan of redemption is also the duty
of the lay faithful in the mission of the
church. This belief directs the apostolate
work of the Legionaries in the Cathedral
Shrine and Parish of the Good Shepherd.
The performance of a substantial active
legionary work is assigned to legionaries
in targeted areas at least two hours per
week, which makes the “approach to
every soul” possible. This also enables
them to “see the face of Christ in
every person they meet.” |
Our History
The first praesidium of the Legion of Mary was
organized in Fairview in 1971. Since there was
no parish yet at that time, the Legion of Mary
was affiliated with Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Parish
in Project 6, Quezon City. Their initial meetings
were held at a place called Motor Pool near Flos
Carmeli. The officers and members of this first
praesidium were:
- Fr. Nico Bautista, Spiritual Director
- Sis. Eden Vergara, President
- Sis. Jean David, Vice President
- Bro. Mel Abanilla, Secretary
- Bro. Felino Vargas
- Bro. Pepe Erestain
- Sis. Marina del Rosario
In 1975, Fr. Fidelis Limcaco was installed as
Parish Priest of the Good Shepherd Parish, and
he became the Legion of Mary's Spiritual Director.
During that year, the first Junior Praesidium,
composed mainly of the Knights of the Altar, was
established. Our beloved Msgr. Mylo Vergara was
a member of this praesidium.
| Currently, there are five Senior and two
Junior Praesidia in our parish and our Spiritual
Director is Msgr. Romy Rañada.
As Legionaries, we continually seek union
with Mary and imitate her humility, obedience,
and faithfulness in serving God. |
Activities / Apostolate
Works :
- Catechetical instruction to children and adults
- Home Visitations
- Sick Visitations
- Prison Visitations
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