constitute in turn the Entity of Unification of the Spiritist Movement at the international level: the International Spiritist Council.Guidelines for the Work of the Federations and of Unification of the Spiritist MovementThe work of the Federations and of unification of the Spiritist Movement, as well as that of the union of the Spiritists and the Spiritist Institutions, is based upon the principles of fraternity, solidarity, freedom, and responsibility as prescribed by the Spiritist Doctrine.It is characterized by offering assistance without demanding compensation; by helping without creating conditions; by instructing without imposing results; and by uniting without inhibiting initiatives, thereby preserving the values and distinctive characteristics of both individuals and institutions.The integration and participation of Spiritist Institutions in this work, which shall always be voluntary and conscientious, are carried out on the basis of equality without subordination, thus respecting and preserving the institutions independence, autonomy, and freedom of action.The programs and supporting materials made available to the Spiritist Institutions are not obligatory. It is left to their own discretion to adopt them or not, partially or in their entirety, or to adapt them to their own needs and conveniences.In all activities the methodical, deep, and constant study of the works of Allan Kardec, which constitute the Spiritist Codification, should be always encouraged while underscoring the basis on which the Doctrine is established.All work and activities have as their highest objective the placing with simplicity and clarity of the Spiritist Doctrines consoling and guiding message within the reach and at the service of everyone through study, prayer, and other joint activities.Work of Federations as well as activities of unification of the Spiritist Movement must always preserve the participants inherent right to think, create, and act, as professed and praised by the Spiritist Doctrine, with the understanding, however, that each and every activity must be in accord with the works of the Codification by Allan Kardec.The Mission of Spiritists Go forth then and take the Divine Word: to the great who will be despising; to the learned who will demand proof; to the humble and simple ones who will accept; because it is principally among the martyrs to work, this terrestrial probation, that you will encounter fervour and faith. Fortify your phalanx with decision and courage! Hands to work! The plough is ready! The land awaits; plough! Go forth and thank God for the glorious task which He has entrusted to you; but pay attention! Amongst those called to Spiritism many will go astray; so then, mark well your pathway and follow the truth. Erastus The Gospel According to Spiritism Chapt. XX Item 4OBSERVATIONS1. The Regulations of the International Spiritist Council state that:The International Spiritist Council (ISC) is an organization resulting from the union, on a world-wide level, of the organizations representing national Spiritist Movements.The main purposes and objectives of the ISC are: I To promote the fraternal union of the Spiritist Institutions of all countries and the Unification of the International Spiritist Movement. II To promote the study and dissemination of the Spiritist Doctrine in its three basic aspects: scientific, philosophical, and religious.III To