Promoting the welfare, community life, ministry and mission of priests and brothers.
Who We Are
CMSM is the national organization representing leaders of Catholic religious institutes for men, monasteries, and societies of apostolic life in the United States. CMSM is both a common voice for male religious and an advocate for their individual charisms.
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Items of Note: November 2021
From the Executive Director Leadership in a religious community does not simply happen. It requires a good combination of individual and collaborative work and prayer. Often, though, the reality of leaders tends toward a greater
CMSM Synod on Synodality website
CMSM now has a website dedicated to the Synod on Synodality. This website has important documents, addresses by Pope Francis, CMSM resources, and more. Visit the new site here.
JP Alert: October 21, 2021
Click here for the JP Alert from October 21, 2021, with the latest updates from justice, peace, and integrity of creation. This issue includes opportunities for advocacy on climate change, information on the small group