Realizing the importance of saving my immortal soul together with working for the spiritual and temporal welfare of others and realizing the great value of the Secular Franciscan Rule to achieve these all important goals in life, I hereby resolve to observe this Rule not only in part; but, as fully as human frailty will allow.
With God's grace, I will participate in Holy Mass and communion on weekdays, whenever possible; recite my Seraphic Office faithfully, never omit grace before meals, and examine my conscience each night.
I will strive to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation frequently, attend the fraternity meetings regularly, and contribute according to my means for the charities of our Franciscan Family.
I will always carefully observe the Commandments of God and the Church, wear my holy emblem of membership, avoid extravagance in dress and manner of living, shun dangerous amusements, be temperate in food and drink, set a good example by witnessing Christ to my family and fellow-men, pursue wholesome reading, be at peace with all, avoid vulgar and improper speech, and practice charity towards all with special solicitude toward sick and deceased members.
May St. Francis, so wonderful in penance and love of Jesus Crucified, grant me the necessary spirit of prayer, penance, love and sacrifice so that I may faithfully observe his rule until death.
Amen.
