Art. 4. The Formation of Religious

Can.659 §1. In individual institutes the formation of all the members is to be continued after first profession so that

they lead the proper life of the institute more fully and carry out its mission more suitably.

§2. Therefore, proper law must define the program of this formation and its duration, attentive to the needs

of the Church and the conditions of people and times, insofar as the purpose and character of the institute require

it.

§3. Universal law and the program of studies proper to the institute govern the formation of members who are

preparing to receive holy orders.

Can.660 §1. Formation is to be systematic, adapted to the capacity of the members, spiritual and apostolic, doctrinal

and at the same time practical. Suitable degrees, both ecclesiastical and civil, are also to be obtained when

appropriate.

§2. During the time of this formation, offices and tasks which may impede it are not to be entrusted to the

members.

Can.661 Through their entire life, religious are to continue diligently their spiritual, doctrinal, and practical

formation. Superiors, moreover, are to provide them with the resources and time for this.