Legion of Mary
Relying on Our Lady’s intercession, the Legion of Mary seeks to build the Kingdom of God by serving the needs of our parish and community under the guidance of our pastor. It was founded in 1921 and is in about 170 countries.
The Legion of Mary focuses on the Spiritual Works of Mercy, offering you the opportunity to not only grow in your own faith, but to evangelize, sharing your faith with others. All Active Members work with a partner, so you can learn as you go!
There are two ways to volunteer!
Become an Active Member
- Attend a weekly 1 – 1 ½ hour meeting for prayer, planning, and work reports.
- Spend 2 hours/week on the active duty assigned to you and your partner.
- The active duty fulfills a spiritual need in the parish or community. See particular praesidia below for examples.
Become an Auxiliary Member
- The Auxiliary Members are the “Praying Arm” and, therefore, the strength and support of the Active Members of the Legion.
- An Auxiliary’s work is praying daily a few short prayers in addition to the rosary, for the intention of the work of the Legion (about 30 min. total).
Praesidia Groups
If you are interested in serving Our Lord Jesus by joining this rewarding apostolate, either as an Active Member or an Auxiliary, please call the contact person of one of the four “Praesidia” below.
Mary Mother of the Eucharist (English)
Meet every Tuesday at 3:30pm in Smith Hall.
- Assist with “Play and Pray” ministry for moms with tots twice a month
- Make Pilgrim Virgin visits
- Coordinate St. Mary’s Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration
Contact person: Ivy Monahon, 803-292-6432
Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception (English)
Meets every Wednesday at 3:00pm in Smith Hall
- Main work is bringing Holy Communion to the Catholic patients in Aiken Hospital Medical Center on a daily basis.
Contact person: Ron Tugya at 803-642-9344
Junior Praesidium “Our Lady of Fatima” (English)
For children ages 8-16, meeting Mondays at 6:00pm in Smith Hall.
- Visit Nursing Homes and make Get-Well cards for the residents.
- Are Altar Servers and Greeters at Mass.
- Do works of service at home, besides regular chores (works are age-appropriate)
Contact person: Alexandra Tamayo at 803-480-3394
Madre Amorosa (Español)
Se reúnen todos los lunes a las 6:00pm en Smith Hall.
- El apostolado es para la comunidad hispana.
Persona de contacto: Aura Perez al 803-295-6388