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Confraternity: a voluntary association of the clergy or laity established under Church authority. Now referred to as "Associations of the Faithful."

Basically, it is nice to associate with others who share a common spirituality. Now, keep in mind, confraternities are not church factions or parties. They are associations of people who share common goals or spiritualities within the Church. For instance, there are confraternities devoted to the promotion of the Latin Mass, the rosary, and the one I am in, the Confraternity of our Lady of Consolation. The requirements of this confraternity? Simply make an effort to live out one’s baptismal vows more fully.

Confraternities have many spiritual benefits, like having masses and prayers offered up on behalf of members regularly. Plus, it is always nice to have others pray for you and pray for others regularly. Also, you get some nice certificates and doo-dads related to the confraternity! I have posted photos of the enrollment documents for the Confraternity of Our Lady of Consolation here.

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