A woman of faith, of creative strength in tireless challenges

JEANNE DE LESTONNAC, AN EXAMPLE OF LIFE

The Company of Mary was born from the initiative of this woman who, attentive to the call of God, decides to form a religious community at the service of the education of girls and youths at a time where this was not available for them.

This project of life of Jeanne de Lestonnac is empowered by her capacity for total giving of self, with faith in God and the Blessed Virgin Mary; for commitment to her call; and for perseverance in her mission, in spite of all obstacles, struggles for acceptance, and continuous criticisms.

Jeanne de Lestonnac is a woman who remains relevant even today after more than 400 years since the foundation of the Company, with a current presence in 27 countries in four continents. The legacy of Jeanne de Lestonnac continues to be vibrant in each student that forms part of the educational community of the Company of Mary.