The Marians’ mission is inseparably tied to two great spiritual weapons: the Blessed Virgin Mary, under the title of the Immaculate Conception; and Divine Mercy (“Diary of Saint Maria Faustina Kowalska,” 164). Blessed George Matulaitis-Matulewicz (1871–1927) exemplified this mission, guiding the Marians through persecution in Europe and establishing their presence in the United States. Father Chris Alar, MIC, emphasizes that Bl. George’s holiness was practical and humble: “Let me be thrown away like a dirty, worn out dish rag … so that Your house may be a little cleaner and brighter afterwards.”

Blessed George’s life intersected with St. Faustina’s mission, supporting her in writing the “Diary” and spreading Divine Mercy worldwide. Father Chris explains the importance of personal sanctity in renewing the Church: The sanctity of its members makes for a holy Church and holy world (see 1 Cor 12:12-27; NABRE). In a time of social unrest and ideological division, Fr. Alar calls us to overcome evil with good, defending truth and living mercy daily.