Constitutions and Directory of the Marian Fathers

Daily Order 73After deliberation with the community, the Superior should draw up an appropriate daily order of pious exercises and other actions that are performed in common. This schedule can be flexible, having regard for the various duties and the different personal circumstances of the confreres. If anyone were unable to be present for some common exercise or work, he should give to the Superior the reasons for his absence. (C 105) ES II, 26; CM 318-319 Order in Private Rooms 74If possible, let all confreres have their own rooms, which should be sufficiently furnished, but in a way that is in accord with the spirit of vowed poverty. Everyone should personally maintain his room and the things entrusted to him neat and in order. An exception is made for those who, in the judgment of the Superior, should be given help because of some more important occupations or ill health. (C 105) CM 323-324 Review of the Common Life 75Each month at the local convention, with the Superior presiding and having before their eyes the Gospel precepts and the laws of the Congregation, they will review their common life and its defects. On this occasion, the Superior will add exhortations and opportune admonitions so that the religious spirit in the community may continually flourish and grow. (C 106, 278) CM 331, 742 Account of the Exterior Life 76At least every three months in a talk with the Superior, they should render an account of their exterior life, namely regarding the exterior observance of the rule; the fulfillment of the obligatory pious exercises; their office, works, studies, and occupations; relations with confreres and non-members; and their needs and difficulties. (C 106) CM 328 Directory—Part III 204

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