The fomation for the Associates is a help to deepening the Word of God and the Faith, for each one's prayer life. And a support in living out the Gospel better and realising God's plan in their daily life and in the Church.  

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The formation of Associates is based on:
- the knowledge of Anne Marie Javouhey
- putting into practice her spirituality and charism which already lives in them.
- the history of the Congregation yesterday and today throughout the world

Guidelines
Associates gather with a Sister who shares with them about the life and spirituality of Anne Marie. Together they discover and deepen the gift of the charism already present in their lives.

Commitments
Given the specific character of the Associates who are not religious, their commitment is first and foremost determined by their own interior motivation. Consequently, after their formation, several possibilities are open to them:
-A specific commitment for one year, renewable
-A longer commitment, which could go as far as a final commitment, if the Associate so requests.

Persons who wish to live according to the spirit of Anne Marie Javouhey without making any commitment can join an Associates group and attend meetings regularly.