The Global Pulse of Spirituality and Marriage: An Exclusive Analysis of the 2025 Statistics
Over 74,000 Couples and Steady Growth: The Unstoppable Impact of the Equipes Notre-Dame Around the World.
Introduction: Global Commitment in the Numbers
Every year, the Equipes Notre-Dame International provides a revealing snapshot of the vitality and reach of its worldwide movement. The “2025 Statistics,” compiled from 2024 data, are more than just a set of numbers; they are a testament to a renewed dedication to married spirituality across five continents.
We invite you to check out the most impactful figures from this report, which demonstrate the expansion and profound experience characterizing this important church work.
1. A Worldwide Force: Total Magnitude
The global figures reflect a huge and well-structured community:
- Committed Couples: The movement’s core is the 74,635 couples who actively participate.
- Teams Formed: These couples are organized into 14,459 Teams internationally.
- Essential Spiritual Support: The guidance is solid, with 9,460 Spiritual Counselors and 884 Spiritual Accompanists dedicated to guiding the couples and teams.
- Widows and Widowers (The Legacy): The movement keeps its commitment to supporting 2,866 widows and widowers, reflecting a community vision that lasts well beyond marriage.
2. Pillars of Geographic Expansion
The presence of the Equipes Notre-Dame is particularly strong in certain regions, highlighting the drive of the Americas Zone and the historical commitment of Europe.
- The Americas Lead: The Americas Zone has the largest number of Teams with 5,912, and the highest number of couples, with 34,736.
- Dominant Super Regions (Teams):
- BRAZIL: Tops the list with 4,487 Teams.
- FRANCE-LUXEMBOURG-SWITZERLAND: Is the second largest base with 2,327 Teams.
- PORTUGAL: Shows great energy with 1,528 Teams.
- FRENCH-SPEAKING AFRICA (Afrique Francophone): Is establishing itself as a key growth area with 1,222 Teams.
3. Vitality and Growth: The Future Is Happening Now
The report puts a special focus on the movement’s momentum, visible in the number of teams forming and the high percentage of newer members (in terms of time in the movement).
- Constant Refreshment: An impressive 44.88% of the total Teams (6,490 teams) have been around for 10 years or less or are currently in the “Piloting” period.
- There are 1,167 Teams in “Piloting” (8.07% of the total).
- 18.80% (2,719 Teams) are between 0 and 5 years old.
- Steady Growth (2024 vs. 2023): Several regions show significant increases:
- French-Speaking Africa is a growth engine, reporting an 8.3% increase in its Teams and an impressive 10.4% in the number of couples.
- Colombia reports 6.1% growth in Teams and 5.5% in couples.
- Portugal stands out with a 4.6% increase in Teams and 6.2% in couples.
4. Experience and Deep Roots: The Legacy of Persistence
While the growth of newer teams brings energy, the longevity of other Teams ensures accumulated wisdom and experience.
- Established Experience: 16.11% of all international Teams are over 30 years old (a total of 2,330 teams).
- Regions with the Most Experience (Teams +30 years):
- FRANCE-LUXEMBOURG-SWITZERLAND: 665 Teams.
- BRAZIL: 649 Teams.
- SPAIN: 211 Teams.
- ITALY: 186 Teams.
Conclusion: A Movement on Fire
The 2025 Statistics for Equipes Notre-Dame International paint the picture of a vibrant movement, with a remarkable ability to bring in new generations (almost half the Teams are less than 10 years old) while simultaneously honoring the faithfulness of couples who have been members for over three decades. The expansion in the African continent and the leadership of the Americas Zone are clear signs that the mission of spiritual guidance for married couples is still urgent and powerful globally.
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