History of the IMF

Explore the history of the Daughters of Mary Immaculate through the major periods of their existence.

Browse the major periods of FMI history

The beginnings and foundation of the Sons of Mary Immaculate.

The expansion and development of the FMI congregation.

A period of consolidation and renewal for FMI.

The challenges and transformations of FMI's fourth period.

Opening to the world and the new missions of FMI.

The contemporary period and recent developments of FMI.

A period of transition and transmission of the FMI charism.

The celebration of FMI's centenary in Shaftesbury, a historic milestone.