9) to make every effort, insofar as their office allows, that, in the entire Congregation, in Provinces, in Vicariates, and in houses, life may be disposed perfectly in accordance with the Gospel and the laws of the Congregation; that religious discipline, fervor, and zeal may flourish; that temporal goods may be properly administered; that studies and works undertaken for the glory of God and the salvation of souls may prosper; that the houses, Vicariates, Provinces, and the Congregation itself may be preserved in good condition; that they may grow in perfection; and that the Congregation may increase in number and merit. Lk 16:2; CM 518 Use of the Seal 182The seal of the Congregation used by the Superiors, as well as by other officials of the Congregation, bears the image of the Most Blessed Immaculate Virgin Mary holding a lily in her right hand and crushing the head of the serpent with her foot. An inscription that is proper to each respective Superior encircles it. CM 781, 783 CHAPTER IV COUNCIL AND COUNCILORS Presence of Councilors 183For proceeding with elections and appointments, as well as for treating more serious matters, the President is to invite all the Councilors; those who are invited are bound to attend unless some serious reason excuses them. (C 246) CM 520 Validity of Decisions 184For the validity of Council decisions, it is necessary and sufficient that a majority of the members of the Council be present, with the Superior or his Vicar presiding. In an extraordinary situation, the Council may be convened by the Structure and Government 233
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