St Joseph's Marist College - Marist South Africa

Sep 30

2025 Marist Sports Festival

By bzwadmin Marist Brothers Linmeyer, St Henry’s Marist College, St Joseph's Marist College No Comments

The 2025 Marist Sports Festival began with a service in the St Joseph’s Marist College Chapel to bless the games and our time together as Marist Schools. Netball and soccer players from Marist Brothers Linmeyer and St Henry’s Marist College took part in a number of matches along with the host school, St Joseph’s Marist College. This was followed by an evening of Marist fellowship and interaction between the pupils and staff from the 3 schools. It is always wonderful to see the common bond that is shared through our Marist values and way of life. The next day the games continued at the CSO sports festival at St Joseph’s, where 27 Catholic schools joined us to celebrate the joy of sport. The Marist schools enjoyed lunch together to end off the tour with new friends and great Marist memories!

Jun 06

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Celebrating Champagnat Day – St Joseph’s Marist College

By bzwadmin Champagnat 2025, St Joseph's Marist College

Happy Champagnat Day to our St Joseph’s Marist family! Our two beautiful Masses were attended by pupils, parents and guests in a meaningful celebration of being Marist. We are reminded of the wonderful legacy left for us by St Marcellin Champagnat, a man ahead of his times.

Dec 25

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Marist Mercy Care Summer Camp: Transforming Lives in the Sundays River Valley

By bzwadmin Marist Brothers Linmeyer, Sacred Heart College, St David’s Marist Inanda, St Henry’s Marist College, St Joseph's Marist College No Comments

In the heart of the Sundays River Valley, Marist Mercy Care continues its legacy of hope and transformation through the annual Summer Camp, welcoming over 420 children from the Addo area.

This year’s camp marked another significant milestone, now in its 9th year, this project brings together the newly appointed Marist Head Students from the five Marist schools across South Africa, as well as international volunteers from Germany through the Collaboration for Mission International (CMI) partnership.

As the largest Marist project in South Africa, Marist Mercy Care has been a cornerstone of community support for 18 years. The organization stands as one of the Eastern Cape’s largest non-profits, addressing critical needs in education, nutrition, and health care. Through its holistic approach, Marist Mercy Care empowers children and families in disadvantaged communities, providing them with opportunities to thrive.

This year’s camp highlighted the power of collaboration. The participation of Marist Head Students brought fresh energy, with young leaders stepping up to inspire and guide the children. Meanwhile, the presence of Marist alumni from Germany emphasized the global reach and unity of the Marist mission, showing that shared values can transcend borders.

The Summer Camp served as a platform to deliver Marist Mercy Care’s core mission areas:

Education: Engaging workshops and activities equipped children with skills, confidence, and knowledge to support their personal growth.
Nutrition: Daily meals ensured that every child had access to nutritious food, addressing hunger and promoting well-being.
Health Care: Health checks and awareness activities underscored the importance of maintaining good health in underprivileged communities.

Marist Mercy Care’s projects operate year-round, addressing systemic challenges in the Sundays River Valley. The organization’s Early Childhood Development Centre, Baby Day Care Centre, and extensive nutritional outreach programs serve as lifelines for many families in the area. Its health care clinic and community support initiatives continue to make a measurable difference in the lives of those most in need.

As Marist Mercy Care reflects on 18 years of service, the organization invites individuals and organizations to join its mission. Whether through volunteering, donations, or partnerships, every contribution helps sustain its vital work in education, health, and nutrition.

The Marist Mercy Care Summer Camp is more than an event—it’s a testament to the power of compassion, collaboration, and a shared commitment to building a brighter future for all. Together, we can continue to transform lives and communities across South Africa.

Oct 29

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Brothers’ visit to Marist South Africa

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It was a joy to welcome Br Luis Carlos Gutierrez (Vicar General), Br Jorge Gaio (Econome General) and Br Emmanuel Mwanalirenji-Gunduloniwere (Provincial of Southern Africa) to all of our schools in October. Their interactions with all members of our schools were fruitful and displayed the essence of Marist values in action.

Oct 29

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Montagne Day 2024

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On Montagne Day, we celebrate all that our Marist mission encompasses and ensure that the legacy of St Marcellin Champagnat lives on in the lives of the children that we encounter.

Happy Montagne Day!

Sep 26

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Heritage Day 2024- St Joseph’s Marist College

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Heritage Day is a celebration of all that we are, all that we learn from each other and our unity in diversity. Happy Heritage Day!

Sep 16

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Grandparents’ Day 2024 – St Joseph’s Marist College

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Our Pre-Primary and SNU pupils enjoyed having their grandparents at school for a service in the Chapel to give thanks for the wisdom and love from these special people in their lives.

Sep 16

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CSO Choir Festival 2024 – St Joseph’s Marist College

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We are extremely proud of our Intermediate Phase and Senior School choirs for their fantastic performances at the CSO Choir Festival held at the City Hall.

Sep 16

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Confirmation – St Joseph’s Marist College

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It was such a blessing for 7 of our pupils to be confirmed by His Eminence, Cardinal Brislin, at a beautiful ceremony in our school chapel.

Jul 18

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Mandela Day – St Joseph’s Marist College

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In honour of Mandela Day, we visited Heaven’s Nest and Nazareth House with the tinned food and socks that we collected for this purpose. We spent a lovely morning there, playing games, singing, dancing and feeling united in joy. Many thanks to our parents and pupils for their generous donations that made this experience possible.

Happy Mandela Day!