They follow the example of St. Bernadette who gave her all to give the best for God even in the smallest task and show that it is not necessarily what is seen which should be given attention but that which is seen only to God. Formation Candidates for the Institute proceed through a process similar to that of Religious in their journey towards profession. The vows are as binding on members of the Institute as they are on clerics and Religious. Thus, it is necessary for every candidate to undergo a process of formation and preparation for that day when, before the members assembled, they profess their solemn vows which are binding for life. Just as in Religious life there must be a mutual agreement that the way of life considered is one which will benefit the soul of the candidate and insure the stability of the community, so to must there exist a mutual agreement for admission and ultimately solemn profession.
Formation follows the following progression.
It is a time for exploring whether one is called to be a member of the institute. Now begins an intense study of the Rule and its application to secular life. Candidates also begin devloping a more intimate prayer life which, as with their duties, must be integrated into daily life and schedules. At this time, the novice makes public profession and begins their life as a member of the institue for a period of no less than 3 years and no more than 5 years. Solemn Profession Solemn Profession is the time when the member makes public solemn profession to live out the evangelical counsels of poverty, chastity and obedience.