Father Elias Mary, F.I.

Father Elias Mary, F.I. is a native of Nebraska. He started discerning a religious vocation before graduating from Kearney State College. Attending Holy Apostles Seminary in Cromwell, Conn., he was introduced to the Franciscans of the Immaculate, and would join the religious order in 1993. He made his final profession of vows in 1999. During the Jubilee Year 2000, Father Elias was ordained a priest by Bishop Fabian Bruskewitz in Lincoln.
As a missionary priest, Father Elias has had many travels promoting devotion to Our Lady in Australia, Italy and across the United States.
Events with Father Elias Mary, F.I.

December 19 - 21, 2025
Great Marian Saints and Prophets December 19-21, 2025 with Fr. Elias Mary Register here for Virtual Option to Watch Online The retreat will begin on Friday with an 8pm Rosary and Mass. The retreat will conclude Sunday with Mass and noon lunch. “Of Mary, one can never say enough,” Father Elias said. “Devotion to Mary is absolutely essential and central to become an imitator of Christ and bring His love to the world.” The retreat will examine great Saints who promoted devotion to Mary and whose writings and message are prophetic for our times: St. Louis de Montfort, St. Maximilian…

December 19 - 21, 2025
Great Marian Saints and Prophets December 19-21, 2025 with Fr. Elias Mary Go here to attend in-person Online Retreat starts Friday with rosary and Mass at 8:00pm, ends Sunday morning with Mass. “Of Mary, one can never say enough,” Father Elias said. “Devotion to Mary is absolutely essential and central to become an imitator of Christ and bring His love to the world.” The retreat will examine great Saints who promoted devotion to Mary and whose writings and message are prophetic for our times: St. Louis de Montfort, St. Maximilian Kolbe, and Bl. William Chaminade. Father Elias Mary expressed a…