Convent of Jesus and Mary

Convent of Jesus and Mary

The Convent of Jesus And Mary is a network of Roman Catholic schools originating in east-central France in the 19th century. Since its inception, it has expanded to — In Europe: Ireland, Spain, Italy, England, and Germany. In the Americas: The United States, Canada, Mexico, Colombia, and Bolivia. In the Middle East: Lebanon and Syria. In Africa: Cameroon, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, and Nigeria. In Asia: Pakistan, India, and The Philippines[1].

Then 44-year old Claudine Thévenet (1774–1837) (known as Mary of St. Ignatius) founded the order (Religious of Jesus And Mary) in Lyon on October 5, 1818.

St. Claudine Thevenet, Foundress

Some of the current schools include:

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