CSSS

Collect for Associates
Almighty God, Ruler and Sustainer of the whole earth, grant that our Associates may grow daily in the spirit of prayer and love. May they be renewed in the power of your Holy Spirit, and be enabled to serve you generously in whatever you give them to do; through Jesus Christ our Savior. Amen.

The General Chapter of the CSSS authorized the formation of a group to be known as the Associates of the Companions of the Holy Savior, the purpose of which is the deepening of the spiritual life of its members and furthering the interests of the Congregation. Associates may be ordained men or lay men or women. Associates may be married or single.

Associates come from all walks of life and age groups. They follow a rule of life grounded in daily prayer, the sacraments, and service. As a sign of their commitment to the CSSS, Associates are given the Associates' Cross when they are received by the Congregation. The cross is a pewter Canterbury cross, similar to that on the scapular of professed Companions.

If you have been seeking a way to promote your spiritual growth and are attracted by the life and mission of the Companions, contact the Director of Associates.

The Rev. Jerry Doubliskni, CSSS
Director of Associates
JMDOUBLISKY@aol.com

The Rule for Associates

1. To pray daily at least one of the Offices of Morning or Evening Prayer.

2. To spend a definite period of time daily in private prayer and meditation.

3. To receive the Holy Communion each Sunday, and, where circumstances permit, two other times during the week.

4. To prepare for the Eucharist by prayer and fasting, and to make a thanksgiving after receiving the Holy Communion.

5. To pray daily for the Companions and the Associates.

6. To practice self-examination daily and to make a sacramental confession at least once during the year.

7. To attend a retreat of not less than one day at least, once a year.

8. To take advantage of opportunities for spiritual growth through reading, study groups, parish or diocesan program related to scripture, doctrine, and issues of concern to Christians.

9. To take on at least one tangible and on-going form of service to a person in need
of ministry; and to make a yearly offering to the Congregation.

10. To report to the Director of Associates on the observance of this Rule four times a year at the Ember Seasons.

11. This Rule can be expanded in consultation with the Director of Associates.