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“According To Our Institute.” The Charter Of The Congregation Of The Mission, John E. Rybolt
“According To Our Institute.” The Charter Of The Congregation Of The Mission, John E. Rybolt
John E Rybolt
St. Vincent often referred to the "Institute." The term is inherently ambiguous, but its meaning as "charter" is explained here. Two versions of the "charter" are compared. Its importance lies in its continuing existence as the nucleus of the identity of the Congregation of the Mission as established by the Church.