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Praying for the diocesan prelate

Do not fail to pray constantly for the diocesan Prelate, as I have taught you to do from the beginning. Treat him courteously, as befits the supernatural and human style of the Work. This is another point which differentiates us from religious. They naturally have to deal with bishops in a different, though likewise refined, way; because their way of working is different, as is their mentality, formation and spirit, since all their work is ecclesiastical, and develops along different lines, in accordance with the concept of a state of perfection, which differentiates them from the other faithful, and consequently from us.

Collaboration

When the Reverend Ordinaries have asked us to collaborate directly in the apostolates promoted by the diocese, we have collaborated, and will continue to do so, although frequently fulfilling these desires on our part has meant considerable sacrifice, both personal and financial.

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