In the formation of bothe novices and professed members, the following objectives are to be used as a guide. The Secular Franciscan will:

•  be familiar with the life and spirituality of St. Francis and St. Clare and the Franciscan Family.
  
  
•  know and understand the rule so that it becomes a guide for the Franciscan way of life.
  
  
•  understand what it means to be committed to this way of life and the neccessity of ongoing conversion.
  
  
•  become an active member of the Secular Franciscan Order.
  
  
•  develop a spirit of fraternity by getting to know the other members, have mutual love and respect for each of them and be committed to the care and service of each.
  
  
•  be introduced to using the Word of God as a basis for prayer.
  
  
•  foster an interior life which accords itself with the Franciscan call.
  
  
•  carry out the Franciscan mission in the world by engaging in activities which promote justice, creation and the poor.
  
  
•  integrate into his/her spiritual life the secular demensions of the Franciscan calling, particularly in regards to the family and to work.
  
  
•  become an active member of the Church community.