OM DENNE EPISODE
When he traveled to Rome for the Society of Mary’s General Chapter of 2024, Brother Dennis Bautista, SM, did not anticipate being elected to the Society of Mary’s General Administration. In this episode of Sharing Our Marianist Stories, Brother Dennis recounts his initial reactions to his election, the challenges and reflections in his transition period, his emotional farewells with various communities, and his thoughts on the responsibilities that await him. Bro. Dennis discusses how dynamics of prayer and vocational wellness have helped him maintain a positive presence as a Marianist Brother. He shares his teaching philosophy, love for learning and growth, and vision for imparting Marianist values in education globally. Listen to this episode to learn more about Brother Dennis’ background and experiences and how his integration of faith and personal values will aid him as he transitions into this important role.
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Recorded 11 October 2024. Edited by Mike Bennett, Media Administrator for the North American Center for Marianist Studies (NACMS).
Music: “Travel Light” by Jason Shaw (used with permission via Creative Commons License; see more of his work at http://audionautix.com/)
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