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.
Latest News
Fr. Aaron Wessman quoted about Religious Worker Visas
CMSM Board Member Fr. Aaron Wessman was recently quoted in an article from The Pillar about Religious Worker Visas. "Wessman told The Pillar that the visa backlog has been a major concern among religious superiors in
World Day for Consecrated Life and 2025 Jubilee for Consecrated Life
Friday, February 2 marked the 28th World Day for Consecrated Life celebration on the Feast of the Presentation of the Lord. As is traditional, Pope Francis preached a homily on consecrated life, focusing on the
In Catholic men’s religious orders, diversity brings new opportunities — and occasional friction
In Catholic men’s religious orders, diversity brings new opportunities — and occasional friction Tuan Anh Nguyen's path to religious life began with a wager and a divine sign during a video game, reflecting a trend
Upcoming Events
New Leader Workshop 2024
Join us for this year’s New Leader Workshop at Green Hill in Hyattsville, MD! Designed specifically for those new to leadership in their religious communities, this workshop will feature opportunities to explore some of the
Winter Leadership Gathering 2024
Join us for the 2024 Winter Leadership Gathering at the Holy Name Passionist Retreat Center in Houston, TX. We will gather from Tuesday, January 23 to Thursday, January 25, 2024 for a time of learning,
CMSM Webinar: Developments in Canon Law Affecting Safeguarding Ministry
Webinar: Developments in Canon Law Affecting Safeguarding Ministry | January 10 at 2:00 pm ET Over the past two years, Pope Francis has enacted significant reforms to canon law affecting safeguarding ministry. Join Dr. Susan