About Us
The Congregation of Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception of the Most Blessed Virgin Mary is a fraternal community of consecrated life in the Roman Catholic Church. They are also known for their devotion to Mary Immaculate, dedication to praying for the poor souls in Purgatory, and active service to the Church. Founded in Poland in 1670 by Saint Stanislaus Papczynski, today the Marian Congregation has about 500 priests and brothers who labor in 18 countries, including the USA, Argentina, Belarus, Brazil, Cameroon, Czech Republic, India, Italy, Kazakhstan, Latvia, Lithuania, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Rwanda, Ukraine, United Kingdom. and Vietnam.
SOLEMNITY
MEMORIAL
FEAST
The feasts important for the Congregation
February
2
The Presentation of the Lord
Plenary indulgence for members of the Confraternity of the Immaculate Conception of the B.V.M.
4
St. Joan of France, Religious
Patroness of the Congregation
11
Our Lady of Lourdes
13
Anniversary of the death of Servant of God Fr. Andrew Cikoto, 1952
15
Blessed Michael Sopoćko, Priest
17
Anniversary of Martyrdom of Bl. Anthony Leszczewicz, 1943
18
Anniversary of Martyrdom of Bl. George Kaszyra, 1943