From 14–16 November 2025, the Generalate of the Brothers CMM in Tilburg will host three exhibitions. Proceeds support their missions abroad.
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Brazil Celebrates 181 Anniversary of the CMM Congregation
The Brothers of Our Lady Mother of Mercy in Brazil marked the 181st anniversary of the congregation’s foundation on August 24, 2025. The celebration included Mass, the 65th anniversary of Brother Henrique José Matos CMM’s consecrated life, and the launch of his book on the congregation’s history, highlighting its mission, legacy, and inspiration for future generations.
Pilgrims of Hope in Kenya: A Pastoral Initiative for Holistic Christian Formation
The Pilgrims of Hope Programme (POH) is a response to both spiritual hunger and the pressing socio-economic and environmental needs of contemporary Kenyan communities. Since its inception in 2022, POH has already engaged over 3,000 participants—students, teachers, and parishioners—with widespread acclaim among clergy and laity alike.
180th Anniversary of the Brothers CMM: A Celebration of History, Courage and Brotherhood
The Dutch Province of the Brothers of Our Lady Mother of Mercy celebrated the Congregation’s 180th anniversary with a simple yet meaningful gathering, reflecting on their history of challenges and successes, and highlighting the courage and international unity that continue to define their mission.
The legacy of Bishop Zwijsen
From 12 to 17 June 2023, 28 brothers from Indonesia attended an in-depth course on the history of the CMM congregation, provided by study secretary Charles van Leeuwen.
Ambassadors of a Worldwide Brotherhood
International brotherhood and cooperation, towards a better world for all.
100 years of the CMM in Indonesia
On 21 May 1923, the first community of the CMM brothers in Indonesia was opened, in Padang, West Sumatra.
Opening of the General Chapter of the Brothers of Our Lady Mother of Mercy (CMM)
On Monday morning, November 8, the General Chapter of the Brothers of Our Lady Mother of Mercy (CMM) was officially opened with a Eucharistic Celebration.
A Humble Donation with a Big Result
Recently the general board of the CMM Brothers was able to grant a request from St. Vincent Mixed Secondary School in Oyugis (Kenya) and send them a donation from a well-wisher.
“I Was Imprisoned and You Came to Visit Me”
We hope to inspire our readers to view their incarcerated sisters or brothers as human beings with whom Jesus himself identified.
175 Years of the Congregation of Brothers of Our Lady, Mother of Mercy Celebrated Worldwide
The 175-year Jubilee of the Congregation of Brothers of Our Lady, Mother of Mercy (CMM) was celebrated with various activities.
Rugby as a Peacemaker in Kenyan Prison
The Espartanos Foundation contends that in prisons, peace can be promoted through sports such as rugby.
