The young man had to undergo a trial period (postulancy) that lasted a minimum of six months. During this period he was personally accompanied in his human and spiritual development by other young men who were specifically designated for this, called \u201czealots.\u201d<\/p>\n
\nArt 30. Applicants are under the immediate direction of the zealots who are specifically charged to instruct them on the purpose of the Congregation, and who are duty-bound in charity to correct their faults. They will receive all the corrections given to them by the zealots with utmost docility and will submit fully in a spirit of humility.<\/strong><\/h5>\n<\/blockquote>\n
Statuts, Chapitre III \u2013Conditions pour \u00eatre admis \u00e0 postuler dans la Congr\u00e9gation.<\/em><\/p>\n
After a period of six months to a year the postulant could apply to be admitted as a probationer. There was a special ceremony and prayers to mark this step of commitment. This period lasted for six months and aimed at assessing the suitability of the person for the Congregation. The zealots continued to be responsible for the formation of these probationers.<\/p>\n
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\u201cCreate the kind of climate in your organization where personal growth is expected, recognized and rewarded.\u201d <\/em>Author Unknown<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
The young man had to undergo a trial period (postulancy) that lasted a minimum of six months. During this period he was personally accompanied in his human and spiritual development by other young men who were specifically designated for this, … Continue reading