What is F.M.W ?
Humanity is always in search of meaning of life. We all need a philosophy of life- a reason to live for, a cause to rally around, and a vision to spur us on. Friends of Mary Ward is a movement which is initiated for the well-wishers, friends, staff and students of Congregation of Jesus in Nepal with an intention of leading everyone to harmonious relationship with one’s own self, with God, with each other and with the whole creation. The movement puts before its members a way of life that invites them to optimum development of their human potential. It further invites them to become a blessing to their family and the society. It invites them to dedicate their lives to the love and service of God and others.
Organizational Structure
The membership consists of the following organizational structure:- F.M.W. Council- Regional Superior, Principal, C.J Animator (Spiritual Leader), President- Staff/ Student Animator, Secretary, Treasurer, Activity Coordinator. Members -Staff and students
- Procedure of F.M.W. Meetings;-
- Opening Prayer
- Taking attendance of the members
- Reading out and approving the minutes of the previous meeting
- Assessment of various programmes undertaken
- Discussion/talk/ seminar on a specific topic according to the need of the unit.
- Planning of the future activities.
- Preparation for the next meeting (spell out the agenda and allot the responsibilities related to the meeting)
- Any other announcements.
- Spiritual leader speaks. She/he highlights the aspects that need attention.
- Concluding prayer.
The Formula of Solemn Promise
Standing in the presence of my Creator and loving God, I ……(one by one they pronounce their name and continue) mindful that the real meaning of life is to love and serve God, mindful also that all are God’s children and my brothers and sisters, solemnly dedicate myself for one year to the service of God and my country.
I realize that it is an important and challenging undertaking and that if I rely only on my strength, I will not be able to carry it out. However, I place my confidence not in myself but in my God, who invites me to join hands with Him in healing this broken world. I know that he will give me the necessary help to persevere in my Promise. I resolve therefore as a member of the F.M.W., ………..(name of the unit) always everywhere to persevere in prayer, to follow my conscience in word and action, and to work generously for the material and spiritual welfare of myself and the others.
O loving God , give me strength to live up to this promise till the end of this year.
Name………. Signature………
Place………….. Name……………
Just Soul
“God showed Mary a just soul in
Inexpressible beauty.
All the virtues seems to form in it,
As it were, a chain whereby it was not only cut
Off from everything earthly
But saw perfectly detached from self And united with God.
It also received true liberty of spirit,
Equanimity, heavenly wisdom
and ability to accomplish whatever
the perfection of the Institute Required.”
- Mary Ward
“…Young women and men are critical agents of change and will find in the new goals a platform to channel their infinite capacities for activism into the creation of a better world.”