Children of Mary (Enfants de Marie) SodalityThe Children of Mary (Enfants de Marie) Sodality was founded in 1818 by Saint Madeleine Sophie Barat, the foundress of the Society of the Sacred Heart. The first groups were comprised of students known for their faith and spirituality at the academies. In 1832, Sacred Heart alumnae who had been members of the Sodality received permissions from Saint Madeleine Sophie to continue the congregation into adulthood and carry the mission of the Society of the Sacred Heart into the world. Engaged in works of service, spiritual exercises, and retreats, the Sodality allowed graduates of Sacred Heart schools, as well as other women and men with similar spirits, to continue their religious formation into adulthood.
In Grand Coteau, the first students were accepted into the newly established Enfants de Marie in 1838. Today there are Sodality groups in several cities across the United States.
Who are the Children of Mary?
A sodality of women and men who share the mission of the Religious of the Sacred Heart. We are committed to discovering and making known the love of the Hearts of Jesus and Mary.
Our Goals
- To discover and reveal the love of the Heart of Jesus
- To grow spiritually in imitation of Mary, and like her, to be women and men of faith and prayer
- To be at the service of others, especially those in most need
- To be dedicated and loyal women and men in the Church
2024-25 Meeting Dates
OCtober 11
November 1
December 13
January 10
March 14
April 11
May 9
All meetings begin at 7:30 AM with a Rosary in the Shrine, followed by Mass in the Gym and guest speaker in the Library.