strive for perfection and progress in all things; and, with all his strength, promote the common good and the growth of the Congregation. (C 249) CM 533 Collaboration with the Superior 194Let Councilors show fidelity, obedience and respect to the Superior; let them be united among themselves and with him in the greatest charity; let them support his authority by word and example; let them inform him of everything that has a bearing upon his office. When asked for their consent or counsel, let them express their opinion with due respect, trust, and sincerity. Should they disagree with him, let them freely explain their reasons to him with due modesty and humility; however, once the decision has been made, let them wholeheartedly, as far as they are able, assist its fulfillment, setting aside their own opinion. Let them be careful not to usurp any part of his authority nor to be influenced by their preference, an individual confrere, or a particular issue; but rather, in all things, let them become true lovers of the common good. (C 249) CM 534 Substitute for a Superior 195A Councilor who temporarily substitutes for a Superior impeded from fulfilling his office should not, except in real necessity, introduce any changes without first having consulted the Superior. If the matter is urgent, he should request the other Councilors for a vote, and he should not act contrary to the majority vote. (C 249) CM 536 Dependence upon the Superior 196In exercising their office, General, Provincial, and Vicariate Councilors depend directly on the General, Provincial, and Vicariate Superior; in all other matters they depend on the Superior of the house. (C 249) CM 537 Directory—Part VI 236
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