Order of Saint Augustine
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The Order of Saint Augustine (Latin: Ordo Fratrum Sancti Augustini), abbreviated OSA, is a religious mendicant order of the Catholic Church. It was founded in 1244 by bringing together several eremitical groups in the Tuscany region who were following the Rule of Saint Augustine, written by Saint Augustine of Hippo in the fifth century.
Ordo Sancti Augustini | |
Abbreviation | OSA |
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Formation | 1 March 1244; 780 years ago (1244-03-01), though has predating history |
Type | Mendicant religious order of the Catholic Church |
Purpose | Pastoral work, missions, education, intellectual activity, etc. |
Headquarters | Augustinian General Curia |
Location |
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Coordinates | 41°54′2.65″N 12°27′25.18″E |
Region served | 50 countries in Africa, Americas, Asia, Europe and Oceania |
Membership | 2,616 friars (1,852 are priests) As of 2020[update][1] |
Motto | Latin: Anima una et cor unum in Deum English: One mind and one heart intent upon God |
Prior General | Alejandro Moral Antón |
Website | https://www.theaugustinians.com |
Formerly called | Order of Hermits of Saint Augustine |
They are also commonly known as the Augustinians or Austin friars, and were also historically known as the Order of Hermits of Saint Augustine (Latin: Ordo eremitarum sancti Augustini; abbreviated OESA).
The order has, in particular, spread internationally the veneration of the Virgin Mary under the title of Our Lady of Good Counsel (Mater boni consilii).[2]