Proof of Maturity 114During the entire probation period in the postulancy, the candidate’s capability for religious life should be tested in a particular way so that his necessary qualities of maturity can be discovered and give promise that he will be fit to undertake properly the obligations of the religious state and so that, in this regard, he will make continuous progress toward a fuller maturity, particularly during the novitiate. (C 170) Formation of Postulants 115During the postulancy, the candidates should be given at least general information about the aim of the Congregation, its character, its works by which the confreres serve the people of God, the difficulties which can occur to them, prayer, and the religious life. If the postulancy takes place in a religious house, the postulants should gradually be introduced into the discipline and order of the house. (C 170) CM 47 Requirements of the Postulants 116It is not expected that postulants already be perfect, but that they demonstrate such a good, sincere, and firm will and such a desire to strive persistently for perfection and to serve God in this Congregation that it may be prudently hoped that, with God’s help and their own persevering cooperation, they will acquire virtues and habits and, thus equipped, will be able both to sanctify themselves and to help the Congregation profitably in attaining its purpose. (C 170) CM 36 Postulant Director 117The admitting Superior, with the consultative vote of his Council, appoints a fit member for directing and forming the candidates in the postulancy, even if it takes place outside a house of the Congregation. There should be close cooperation between the Postulant Director and the Novice Master, with the goal of providing continuity of formation. (C 170) CM 45 Directory—Part V 216
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