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4.	Analysis of some of the reformer’s writings - or those of biographers 

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4.	Analysis of some of the reformer’s writings - or those of biographers 

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A letter written by Marcellin in the January of 1836 is a true representation of the kind nature of Marcellin and the care he has for his fellow brothers. Marcellin wrote this letter to express his joy and gratitude towards the dedication his fellow brothers continue to display as they expand his missionary across the world. This letter was written to truly thank Marcellin’s followers for continuing his mission throughout different societies around the world. The dedication the brothers are putting towards the expansion of the Marist education indicates that Marcellin has been sharing faith, hope and love with his followers so much, that they too, seek to follow in his footsteps. The main audience Marcellin wrote to was his brothers. Knowing that this letter will reach many of his housings in different communities, Marcellin wanted to personally thank them for the affection and faith they are giving to others and themselves, and the growth in the education for poverty stricken boys. The words Marcellin expresses on paper have an emotional impact to the reader, and his followers would have felt this warm and proud feeling, knowing they are doing good for themselves and for the people they are seeking to serve and support.

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Schools in our society today like Marcellin College continue to take similar participations in the preiestly, prophetic and kingly roles of Jesus. Marcellin College takes part in the priestly roles of Jesus by being together as one loving family and staying committed to the work of Marcellin and Mary. The college aims to be caring and a genuine to one another and, like Marcellin, they relate to one another as brothers and sisters within the foundations of the faith and spirt, and they are tought that the acceptance and belonging of one another will prevail. They value the need to help one another in learning and know that everyone in the family has the sense of being belonged and valued, in which they all trust, forgive and reconcile one another. Mary is the perfect model for the Marist education and the college are inspired to imitate her tenderness, strength and devotion to faith. Her mission as a mother and educator within the Christian communities demonostrated her solidarity she shared with the needy and suffering. Marcellin College walks in the footsteps of Marcellin Champagnat as they unite together as one family and educated by the teachings of the life Marcellin shared with his fellow brothers on his journey.

Marcellin College participates in the prophetic roles of Jesus by recognising the social justices faced by communities around the word and how it has ruptured the faith people once believed in. The college’s mission is to seek to work for those less fortunate than ourselves and offer them an opportunity to develop their individual gifts so that everyone may gow together in faith. They educate young men to recognise this in our communities through providing examples of the issues Marcellin faced in his missionary. Through the struggles and setbacks Marcellin faced, the boys may understand that some do not want this change to happen, as they think that the world is perfect as it is. However, it is also an important lesson for all to know, because God is our witness and the messages everyone receives from Him are true and will make a difference in our spiritual communities.

Marcellin College displayed the kingly roles of Jesus by providing a strong influence through the teachings of Marcellin’s life. His life can be considered as one that was completely devoted to faith and the education of poor and lay people. His missionary began so that he could fulfill the task God sent him to do. Marcellin College experiences the same story through each boys experience in college life. They are taught the values of simplicity, education, love, community and hope and are urged to emerge and rise towards a greater goal. One where they can seek the less fortunate and provide comfort. Marcellin’s story has had great influence and power over the Marist educations around the world and thouasands of young boys are given the opportunity to grow and become spiritually connected with Mary, just as he once did.

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7.	Description of a 21st century group/individual who continues similar participation in the priestly, prophetic and kingly roles of Jesus 

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7.	Description of a 21st century group/individual who continues similar participation in the priestly, prophetic and kingly roles of Jesus 

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Marcellin performed priestly roles within his time as a leader as he brought and founded a faithful group of brothers who were willing to teach others the goodness and love that God provides us. Marcellin displayed kindness and consideration to the needy when he travelled and provided comfort to those who where suffering from the tragedies they faced in everyday life. Marcellin made many sacrifices along his journey, many of them being the loss of family connection. But during his experiences as a priest, Marcellin witnessed the different opinions of others and how some neglect and misunderstand the importance of God and the significance of spiriuality. Marcellin’s hope never faulted, even though there were challenges during his missionary stages, but he never stopped being devoted to Mary, his guardian angel and spiritual leader. Marcellin often prayed to her whenever he could and asked for guidance and wisdom when faced with difficult challenges. His faith in Mary made him a strong leader and transformed him into the living beacon of hope for all boys.

Marcellin presented many phrophetic tasks in his lifetime and spoke up for the injustices towards child labour and the lack of basic human rights. Part of Marcellin’s duty was to endeavour out into the greater community and discuss the inequities they faced. Marcellin spoke of the poor treatment of boys and how their little knowledge of the world and the faith that surrounds them dwindle because they don’t have access to education facilities. Marcellin continued his movement as he built his order for the education of young boys and sometimes he had to accept that some people, whose greed and sinfulness blinded their spirituality and faith, will not agree to the idea Marcellin was proposing and will forever appose the need for change. Marcellin accepted this willingly and continued his work, knowing that what he was doing was right and just and God will reward him for the good deeds he is sharing with the young generations.

Marcellin gained much influence and power within his order that the kingly roles he accomplished reflected the kindness and peace of his heart. Marcellin’s mission was directed by God and the way he performed it resulted in him being able to surround himself with commited and devoted followers. Every word he used to express the Kingdom of God promoted everyone to love one another as they are, not what you want them to be. Marcellin taught his followers that we should love one another for our identity, good nature and the strength of our love and kindness. This teaching has allowed the Marist Brothers to except themselves as who they are and uncover the mysteries of the love God provides them. Marcellin’s leadership and influence over his years of teaching and educating young men has resulted in a community where everyone loves one another and the drive and inspiration to spread hope and faith into the religious communities they encounter on their individual journies.

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6.	Observations and examples that demonstrate his/her participation on the priestly, prophetic & kingly work of Jesus.

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6.	Observations and examples that demonstrate his/her participation on the priestly, prophetic & kingly work of Jesus.

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The Parable of the Yeast was an empowering and greatly spiritually reflection on our approach to religious communities. With the parable being set in a house where a blessed women is making bread, the significance of the yeast being spread through out the dough is a strong symbol which describes us as a Catholic community, expanding and growing in faith. Jesus explains to us that the yeast are the people who preach and spread good messages to others, and those messages are spread around the greater community of believers. He describes the importance of being connected with our spirit and faith and always communicating with our fellow brothers and sisters so that we all may see the grace of Gods messages. This parable had an influential impact on Marcellin as his biggest success was keeping the spirit and hope alive within the Marist Brothers order. Marcellin built the very foundations of his Brotherhood and began his leadership when he first recruited his two most closest followers, who with him, established the very first housing for his order. His authority and influential teachings spread through all that were admitted into Marcellin’s care and his words would be cherished and remembered by all his students, who would pass it on to those who are in need of a spiritual ignition.

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5.	Investigation of Church responses in the 19th century that inspired the reformer

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5.	Investigation of Church responses in the 19th century that inspired the reformer

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The Rerum Novarum Encyclical, written by Pope Leo XIII, was an important message regarding the treatment of humans and the basic human dignity we were failing to achieve. This encyclical talked about defending the oppressed and needy and being helpful and kind towards their needs. This may have inspired Marcellin to seek and provide comfort to the boys who were living in poverty. Part of the encyclical states that, ‘The oppressed workers, above all, ought to be liberated from the savagery of greedy men, who inordinately use human beings as things for gain. Assuredly, neither justice nor humanity can countenance the exaction of so much work that the spirit is dulled from excessive toil and that along with it the body sinks crushed from exhaustion. The working energy of a man, like his entire nature, is circumscribed by definite limits beyond which it cannot go. (#59)’. This links to the works of Marcellin as he too, sought to seek the oppressed and free them of the troubles and worries of poverty life and provide them with a home and a family that will continuously support them and bring happiness to their lives. Through his actions against the injustice young boys were facing, Marcellin strived to resolve this social issue and free the souls of young people so that they may flourish and grow spiritually.

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During Marcellins missionary, he established a collaborative and welcoming brotherhood that provided peace and prosperity to the lives it touched. The Fourviere Pledge was one of the most symbolic events that occurred before the formation of the Marist Brothers. On that day, Marcellin and a group of his faithful brothers travelled to the shrine of Fourviere in Lyon, where they prayed and promised to Mother Mary that the Society of Mary will be established. This pledge was significant to the works of Marcellin and his brothers as Mary was a vital part of their prayers and rituals and many, including Marcellin, prayed to her for guidance and wisdom. The spiritual connection between the Marist Brothers and Mary enabled the teachings of love and compasison to also reflect the good deeds Mary presented throughout her life as a symbolic leader. Furtheremore, Psalm 127 was considered to be one of Marcellins favourite prayers and he often used it to provide a strong message to his audiences. This prayer conveys the importance of being guided by God and how the sons he provided to families are a true gift to the world. Marcellin loved this prayer so much as he knew that he treated his brothers as if they were his sons and he always to took the time to listen to their stories and hear their experiences, no matter how busy or emotionally drained he was.

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During Marcellins missionary, he established a collaborative and welcoming brotherhood that provided peace and prosperity to the lives it touched. The Fourviere Pledge was one of the most symbolic events that occurred before the formation of the Marist Brothers. On that day, Marcellin and a group of his faithful brothers travelled to the shrine of Fourviere in Lyon, where they prayed and promised to Mother Mary that the Society of Mary will be established. This pledge was significant to the works of Marcellin and his brothers as Mary was a vital part of their prayers and rituals and many, including Marcellin, prayed to her for guidance and wisdom. The spiritual connection between the Marist Brothers and Mary enabled the teachings of love and compasison to also reflect the good deeds Mary presented throughout her life as a symbolic leader. Furtheremore, Psalm 127 was considered to be one of Marcellins favourite prayers and he often used it to provide a strong message to his audiences. This prayer conveys the importance of being guided by God and how the sons he provided to families are a true gift to the world. Marcellin loved this prayer so much as he knew that he treated his brothers as if they were his sons and he always to took the time to listen to their stories and hear their experiences, no matter how busy or emotionally drained he was.

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3.	Examples of prayers and spiritual practices that nourished this reformer.

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3.	Examples of prayers and spiritual practices that nourished this reformer.

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1.	An outline of the context and life circumstances of the reformer, especially social factors that motivated his/her commitment to respond & reform.

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1.	An outline of the context and life circumstances of the reformer, especially social factors that motivated his/her commitment to respond & reform.

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Marcellin Champagnat was born in 1789 in Le Rosey during the horrific events of the French Revolution (St Gregs, 2019). Born into a peasant family, Marcellin lived with his mother, father, 4 brothers and 4 sisters and his aunt, and spent most of his life assisting his family. He did not endeavour towards education and employment as he put his efforts into supporting his family (St Gregs, 2019). Marcellin’s belief and undying faith with God and Mother Mary became a part of his everyday life and he would pray for their guidance and support (St Gregs, 2019). The French Revolution brought upon economic, social and political upheavals between the classes, particularly towards the struggles and disadvantages given to the peasants and labour workers (MARIST BROTHERS PROVINCE of AUSTRALIA, 2017). The treatment of the peasants and the lack of basic human rights (Lumen candela, 2020) motivated Marcellin to seek the spiritual guidance from God as he undertook his education towards priesthood. When Marcellin began the Marist Brothers, his main priority was to bring a home to all the young country boys who were faced with the same childhood Marcellin experienced, a life of poverty, hunger and strife. By providing these young boys with a decent education and a loving family, Marcellin was able to ignite a beacon of hope within their lives (Crowe, Jeffrey. Vignau, Henri, 1998).

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The Feeding of the Five Thousand was a significant event that Jesus performed, so he could teach his followers the importance of being simplistic and giving generously. Set on the outskirts of a desolate city named Bethsaida on the north shore of the Sea of Galilea (Lake Tiberias), this city was the home of apostles Peter, Andrew, and Philip who recently joined the disciples. 5000 hungry people gathered with Jesus and he taught them of the goodness of God and how we must show compassion to the needy. But the most important action Jesus did was share the minimal food supply they had with them. With only 5 loaves of and 2 regular sized fish, Jesus blessed and thanked God for the food they were provided and broke it evenly, sharing it with the large group. When all 5000 people dispersed, they were filled not only with food, but with the spiritual knowledge that consists compassion and kindness. This miracle story greatly inspired Marcellin to educate and provide a home for young boys as the acceptance and sympathy Jesus provided to the crowd greatly reflects how Marcellin approaches his missionary and leadership. Jesus’ miracle helped open the eyes of the spiritually blinded men and women, and has opened the eyes of young boys through the kind-heartedness of Marcellin. Through the teachings of God, Marcellin was able to transform the lives of the young and bring them to a new realisation, one where God is the center, encouraging us to commit to a life where we demonstrate good deeds to make others feel belonged and uplifted.

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The Feeding of the Five Thousand was a significant event that Jesus performed, so he could teach his followers the importance of being simplistic and giving generously. Set on the outskirts of a desolate city named Bethsaida on the north shore of the Sea of Galilea (Lake Tiberias), this city was the home of apostles Peter, Andrew, and Philip who recently joined the disciples. 5000 hungry people gathered with Jesus and he taught them of the goodness of God and how we must show compassion to the needy. But the most important action Jesus did was share the minimal food supply they had with them. With only 5 loaves of and 2 regular sized fish, Jesus blessed and thanked God for the food they were provided and broke it evenly, sharing it with the large group. When all 5000 people dispersed, they were filled not only with food, but with the spiritual knowledge that consists compassion and kindness. This miracle story greatly inspired Marcellin to educate and provide a home for young boys as the acceptance and sympathy Jesus provided to the crowd greatly reflects how Marcellin approaches his missionary and leadership. Jesus’ miracle helped open the eyes of the spiritually blinded men and women, and has opened the eyes of young boys through the kind-heartedness of Marcellin. Through the teachings of God, Marcellin was able to transform the lives of the young and bring them to a new realisation, one where God is the center, encouraging us to commit to a life where we demonstrate good deeds to make others feel belonged and uplifted.

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2.	Application of Biblical criticism to one miracle story and one parable, that is likely to have inspired this reformer.

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2.	Application of Biblical criticism to one miracle story and one parable, that is likely to have inspired this reformer.