Rule 14

Secular Franciscans, together with all people of good will, are called to build a more fraternal and evangelical world so that the kingdom of God may be brought about more effectively. Mindful that anyone who follows Christ, the perfect man, becomes more of a man himself, let them exercise their responsibilities competently in Christian spirit of service.

Secular Franciscans who are serious about their vocation have many special talents, are usually competent and responsible people. They have experienced God in their personal lives, and thus are able to tell others about God's love and goodness in the hope of helping other people realize that with God at their side, life isn't as dark as it may have originally seemed. Secular Franciscans are urged to give service to others selflessly, and so build a more fraternal and evangelical world. This takes time, usually it takes one person at a time to inspire another person. Let us bring the joy and inner peace of knowing Jesus, by following the Gospel, living it to the fullest, to other people!

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5-10-2008