CHAPTER VI LIFE OF PRAYER AND PIETY Seasonal Devotions 38They should celebrate the customary devotions, if possible with the faithful participating: in May, to the Blessed Virgin Mary; in June, to the Sacred Heart of Jesus; in October, the Rosary. (C 20, 78) CM 250, 419 Retreats 39Each month confreres shall make a one-day retreat, and each year they shall make spiritual exercises lasting about a week, either in community or separately, as determined by the Provincial Statutes. (C 80) CM 249, 252 Manner of Commutation 40Should it occasionally occur if any confrere omit some liturgical action or pious exercise because of work dedicated to God, let him try to make up for this even while being occupied, at least by more frequently calling to mind God’s presence and by brief prayers; let him also offer up to God, with greater affection, the very works he is performing. (C 80) CM 255 Private Prayer 41 In addition, let them pray in private frequently, fervently, and with confidence, especially before undertaking any more important matter or work. By whatever means prudent piety suggests to them, they should foster in themselves a spirit of continuous prayer, walk continuously in the presence of God, and eagerly nourish their interior life. Let them also vigilantly examine their consciences, look more frequently into themselves, and reflect upon themselves and their actions. May they often raise their minds to God through ejaculatory prayers, call forth acts of virtues, and be inflamed with holy desires for better things. (C 80) CM 243 Consecrated Life 195
RkJQdWJsaXNoZXIy MjI2Mw==