On 14 September 2024, Abbot Jeremias Schröder OSB, of St. Ottilien Archabbey in Eresing, Germany, was elected abbot primate of the Benedictine Confederation at the Congress of Abbots meeting in Rome. The Congress usually is held every four years. He is the 11th abbot primate to be elected.
The 21st General Chapter of the Subiaco Cassinese Congregation, O.S.B, was held from 30 August to 7 September in the Abbey of Montserrat (Catalonia), which is exceptionally hosting the Chapter on the occasion of its Millennium celebration.
The 86th General Chapter of the Order of Capuchin Friars Minor opened on 25 August at the International College of St Lawrence of Brindisi, Rome.
The 36th General Chapter of the Congregation of the Brothers of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary (FIC) opened on 4 August 2024 at the chapel of the In-Service Training Centre (ISTC) in Wa, Ghana. Inspired by the Holy Spirit, the Chapter began with the theme 'Renewal of our consecrated life and mission in the spirit of...
