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The Marist Missionary Sisters’ pastoral work brings the love of Christ to people through faith formation, catechesis, youth and family ministry, and parish support. Living close to the communities they serve, they offer guidance, prayer, and compassionate presence, reflecting the Marist spirit of humility, simplicity, and faithful witness.

Group of five women and girls singing in a church or community center, with microphones and music stands. View fullsize
A group of five children sitting on black folding chairs outdoors, listening to a woman in white sitting on a similar chair, engaged in a discussion or lesson under trees on grass. View fullsize
Three women sitting outdoors against a wall, smiling, with clothes hanging overhead and a red bag on the ground. View fullsize
Group of nine people sitting around a wooden table during a meeting or discussion, with books and notebooks on the table, in a room with green and wooden walls, a whiteboard, and a religious poster. View fullsize
Group of 13 smiling people, some wearing yellow shirts, gathered on an outdoor basketball court at night, with a few chairs and tables in the background. View fullsize
Four people sitting at a table in an indoor setting, smiling. There are three children and one adult woman, with a yellow wall and decorative window in the background. View fullsize
Group of five women and girls singing in a church or community center, with microphones and music stands.
A group of five children sitting on black folding chairs outdoors, listening to a woman in white sitting on a similar chair, engaged in a discussion or lesson under trees on grass.
Three women sitting outdoors against a wall, smiling, with clothes hanging overhead and a red bag on the ground.
Group of nine people sitting around a wooden table during a meeting or discussion, with books and notebooks on the table, in a room with green and wooden walls, a whiteboard, and a religious poster.
Group of 13 smiling people, some wearing yellow shirts, gathered on an outdoor basketball court at night, with a few chairs and tables in the background.
Four people sitting at a table in an indoor setting, smiling. There are three children and one adult woman, with a yellow wall and decorative window in the background.

Our Story…

The Missionary Sisters of the Society of Mary (SMSM), approved in 1931 as a Pontifical Congregation, are dedicated to International Missionary work, specifically evangelization, education, healthcare, and pastoral care among the poor and marginalized.

Pioneer Sisters

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Pioneer Sisters 〰️ Pioneer Sisters 〰️

Inspired by faith and courage, our Religious Congregation traces its beginnings to Marie-Françoise Perroton and ten other valiant women (Pioneers) who journeyed from France to Oceania between 1845 and 1860.

Regional Teams - 2026-2028 ** Region of the Americas ** Region of Africa-Europe ** Region of Asia-Pacific ** Region of Oceania **

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Regional Teams - 2026-2028 ** Region of the Americas ** Region of Africa-Europe ** Region of Asia-Pacific ** Region of Oceania ** 〰️ Regional Teams - 2026-2028 ** Region of the Americas ** Region of Africa-Europe ** Region of Asia-Pacific ** Region of Oceania ** 〰️

Region of the Americas: Sisters Catia Conterno from Brazil-USA, Palepa Ioane (Regional) from Samoa, Margarita Tavara from Peru and Senitila Latu from Tonga.

Region of Africa-Europe: Sisters Christiana Nshimiyimana from Rwanda, Marisa Bessachi from Italy, Athanasie Hakizuwambasa (Regional) from Rwanda and Telesia Masei from Futuna.

Region of Asia-Pacific: Sisters Lusia Meanadrau from Fiji, Monika Pagatele from Futuna, Malia Koleti Uvea (Regional) from Tonga and Jennifer Clarke from Australia.

Region of Oceania: Sisters Malia Nive Kepu (Regional) from Tonga, Anunisia Fifita from Tonga, Masela Tenisio from Samoa and Patricia Leamy from New Zealand.

Sr. Malia Atonina Lafaele celebrated 60 years of being a Marist Missionary Sister.

The Missionary Sisters of the Society of Mary (SMSM), as a congregation of pontifical right, are governed by a General Administration based in Rome and fall under the jurisdiction of the Dicastery for Evangelization, formerly known as the Congregation for the Evangelization of Peoples.[6] This structure ensures centralized leadership while allowing for regional autonomy in missionary activities. The General Administration comprises the Congregational Leader, who serves as the Superior General, along with three General Councillors.

Generalate *** Superior General *** Councilors ***

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Generalate *** Superior General *** Councilors *** 〰️ Generalate *** Superior General *** Councilors *** 〰️

Sr. Cristina Giustozzi from Italy (Congregational Leader) and Council; Sisters Aubierge Amoussou from Benin, Denise McMahon from Australia and Pelenatita Kieoma Finau from Tonga.

Congregational Official Website:

https://www.smsmsisters.org/

For more information please contact Sr. Cristina Giustozzi through e-mail: scristinasmsm@gmail.com

Marist Young Professional Group through the Marist Brothers USA visited Jamaica - 2026.

Sisters in the Region of the Americas who were at he last Annual Assembly in Waltham, USA.

Sr. Cristina Giustozzi and Council, Regional Teams and some of the Sisters in Fiji.

Outgoing and Incoming Regional Teams.

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