Proclaiming the World to come

16. In renouncing, by our vows, certain values cherished in this world, we manifest the presence of heavenly goods already possessed here below¹. We thus give witness to the power of grace, which enables us to set aside these values, and we take a stand against whatever in human relationships runs counter to the fulfilment of God's plan.

In the world but not of the world², our communities call people to liberality, to a freely given and universal love, to a new life in Christ.