Legion of Mary reached the shore of India at Mylapore, Madras through Sr Mackenzie Smith within 9 years of founding Legion of Mary in Scotland, United Kingdom during 1925. It was originally founded by Frank Duff in Ireland on September 7 1925 as Our Lady of Mercy Congregation, but rechristened as Legion of Mary later. It took 15 years for Legion of Mary to come to Mangalore from Mylapore, Madras. It was established in Valencia parish by Fr Montu Menezes, on August 12 1947 as Mary Help of Christians. With the divine graces and intercession of Mother Mary, it’s quite successful in its endeavor. Martha DSouza became its first president. 

The Legion of Mary follows the virtues of Mother Mary, such as sacrifice, humbleness, love for fellowmen and unity in serving the parish community. They pursue the mission to meet elderly and sick at their homes, hospitals, orphanages and old age homes, consoling them in their trials and tribulations. Its members help in the liturgical service and other parish activities. They hold their meetings on every Wednesday at 4.00pm.