A communion of love

1.1  In their lives and ministries Religious witness God’s love for every human person by sensitivity, reverence and respect in their relationships.

1.2  Religious witness to the inclusive embrace of God’s love.

1.3  Religious witness and minister God’s nurturing love for every person.

1.5  Religious witness to God’s care for the most vulnerable by their concern for the dignity and safety of children and youth.

At the service of communion

2.1 Religious are called to witness to a spirit of service.  Because of the trust they are given and the visibility of their witness and leadership, they are conscious of the unique power and responsibility they have in pastoral relationships.

2.2 In addition to their own professional development and formation, Religious Superiors and others in positions of responsibility are called to a service of support to those for whom they exercise pastoral care.

Ministers of Communion: A Life of Commitment

3.3 It is healthy for Religious to develop relationships beyond those of their pastoral relationships wherever that is possible, so that pastoral relationships do not bear the burden of providing affirmation and affective support to the minister.

3.4 Commitment to one’s vocation as a minister of communion means that Religious will act with integrity in all their human relationships.

3.5 By virtue of their commitment, Religious give witness to a way of life that respects the dignity and worth of everyone they meet in the exercise of their ministry.  Consequently, they act with integrity in all their relationships and interactions with others.

3.6 As ministers committed to the proclamation of the Gospel, Religious will act with integrity in their use of the newer forms of Social Media.