What is the Christian Life Movement (CLM)?

The Christian Life Movement (CLM) is an international ecclesial movement founded in Lima, Peru, in 1985.

It was approved by the Holy See in 1994 as an International Association of Christian Faithful of Pontifical Right. This means it is a worldwide Catholic association dependent on the Pontifical Council for the Laity.

Who is the Founder?

The Founder is a Peruvian consecrated layman, Brother Luis Fernando Figari. He was born in Lima, the capital of Peru, in 1947.

He has also founded the Sodalitium Christianae Vitae, a Society of Apostolic Life for consecrated laymen (Brothers) and Priests. The Society was approved by Pope John Paul II in 1997 and can be found in many countries. He also established two societies for consecrated women: Marian Community of Reconciliation and Servants of the Plan of God. These societies, together with the CLM, all belong to the Sodalit Family.

What is the CLM's aim?

To help its members live a fruitful human and Christian life, and to help make a better world.

How do I become a CLM member?

Unfortunately, the CLM is not yet present in all of Canada, so it would be best for you to write an email to us, telling us where you live and in what way you would like to get involved with the CLM .

Can elderly people be members of the CLM?

Yes. We have different groups for different ages and different states of life.

Is it a worlwide ecclesial movement?

Well you can say it is. CLM is present in all the five Continents. Obviously, not yet in all countries.

Is the CLM part of the Roman Catholic Church?

Yes, the Christian Life Movement is a Catholic Association of the Faithful whose members are Roman Catholic, faithfull to the teachings of the Church.

Nevertheless the members of Christian Life Movement (CLM) being part of the Roman Catholic tradition gladly share and serve members of different Christians denominations and communities who have a special respect for the Roman Catholic Church and wish to walk its path and share in the precious ministry offered by the Holy Spirit to the followers of the Lord Jesus.