Congregation of Jesus and Mary
The Congregation of Jesus and Mary (Latin: Congregatio Iesu et Mariae), abbreviated CIM or (CJM) also known as the Eudists (Latin: Congregatio Eudistarum), is a society of apostolic life of Pontifical Right for men in the Catholic Church. It was established on March 25, 1643 by Saint Fr. John Eudes, C.I.M.
Congregatio Iesu et Mariae | |
| Abbreviation | CIM, CJM |
|---|---|
| Nickname | Eudists |
| Formation | 25 March 1643 |
| Founder | Saint John Eudes, C.I.M. |
| Founded at | Caen, Normandy, France |
| Type | Society of Apostolic Life of Pontifical Right for men |
| Headquarters | Via dei Querceti 15, Rome, Italy |
Membership (2020) | 492 members (includes 361 priests) (2020) |
Superior General | Fr. Jean-Michel Amouriaux, C.I.M. |
| Website | eudistes |
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