Legion of Mary
The Legion of Mary is a worldwide apostolic lay association dedicated to the sanctification of its members through prayer and active evangelisation in union with Mary.
Mission and purpose
To advance the glory of God through holiness of life developed by prayer and active spiritual works of mercy, such as visiting homes, the sick, and lapsed Catholics.
Catholic identity and spirituality
Based on Saint Louis de Montfort's True Devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary, acting as instruments of Mary's maternal love for souls under the guidance of the Holy Spirit.
History of the wider movement
Founded in Dublin, Ireland, on 7 September 1921 by the Servant of God Frank Duff. It has spread to almost every country in the world, with millions of active and auxiliary members.
Major activities and apostolate
Weekly praesidium meetings with the Legion altar and Tessera prayers, door-to-door home visitation, visiting hospital patients, promoting the Rosary, and conducting the annual Acies consecration.