The story of Mariashram began in 1941 when Fr. Alexander P. D’Souza and his sister, Ms. Celestine D’Souza, acquired 27 acres of land, naming it Mariashram Estate. Together, they laid the foundation for the community by constructing a small chapel and a primary school before entrusting the property to the Diocese of Mangalore in 1962.

Initially served from Manjeshwar, the settlement grew steadily. Under Fr. Arthur Pereira (1982–1991), Mariashram became an independent chaplaincy. To accommodate the expanding flock, Fr. Pereira built a spacious new chapel and presbytery, blessed on December 24, 1986, which catalyzed local spiritual and educational development.

Recognizing its vitality, Bishop Basil S. D’Souza elevated Mariashram to a full-fledged parish dedicated to Our Lady Assumed into Heaven on August 15, 1994, during the tenure of Fr. Valerian Rodrigues.

Subsequent pastors—including Fr. Joe Mary Shenoy, who introduced Small Christian Communities and St. Anthony’s Grotto, and Fr. Nelson Olivera—further enriched parish life. Supported by the Ursuline Franciscan Sisters since 2009, Mariashram continues to flourish as a vibrant, faith-filled sanctuary.