Started in Ireland in 1921, the Legion of Mary has developed and spread to almost every diocese in the world and presently has a membership of some two million active members and 15 million auxiliary (praying) members.

         Legionaries perform two hours of apostolic work a week, such as visiting homes of parishioners, shut-ins and those who have ceased to practice their Catholic Faith. Other works include visiting hospitals, prisons and nursing homes, orphanages, home for aged, running spiritual groups , to instruct people in the Faith , etc.