Union with the Church

10. Religious consecration unites us in a special way to the Church and its mystery. In the midst of the People of God, we give prophetic and joyous witness of a life wholly dedicated to God and to people¹. True to the charism of the Institute, we collaborate in the pastoral action of the local Church.

Like Marcellin Champagnat, we have a deep respect and love for the Pope, whom we recognise as our highest Superior². We express our faith, and contribute to the unity of Christ's Body by holding firmly to the teaching and directives of the Church.

In keeping with our Founder's express wish, we extend our charity to all other Institutes³. There are, however, special bonds uniting us to the various groups that emerged from the Society of Mary. With them, we want to see the Church illuminated by the spirit of Mary that is common to us.