Legion of Mary
The Legion of Mary is the largest apostolic organization of lay people in the Catholic Church with well over 3 million active members in most every country of the world. Touched by the Holy Spirit the Legion of Mary gives Catholics an opportunity to do something positive for the church while at the same time deepening their spiritual life and strengthening their Catholic faith. There are two branches of the Legion. The Auxiliary, this membership is open to Priest’s, religious and lay people who wish to associate themselves with the Legion by undertaking a service of prayer in its name. The rosary is recited daily. The Active member also includes the prayer life of the auxiliary membership but continues with work that includes door to door evangelization, parish visitation projects, weekly meetings and any other spiritual needs of the Parish and Community. | Who Can Belong? The Legion of Mary is open to all Catholics who:
- Faithfully practice their religion;
- Are animated by the desire to participate in the Church’s apostolate through membership in the Legion;
- Are prepared to fulfill each and every duty which active membership in the Legion involves.