CONCLUSION

28. Dear Brothers, I have presented a complex topic for your consideration, one which may seem to be intended for someone else, a subject somewhat difficult to understand. However, I think that it is important for us to increase our awareness of our potential and our growing responsibilities. If we're not careful in choosing a set of criteria to act upon, we can snuff out our desire to be faithful to God. Article 167 in our Constitutions reminds us, "Experience teaches us that the vitality of a religious family is closely linked to the way in which it practices gospel poverty."

To help you go back over this letter and think about it, let me recall three aspects. I offer them to you as personal convictions. However, maybe each of you has another interesting perspective prompted by this Circular. I hope your reflections will enrich the community discussion which I am inviting you to undertake.