The writings for religious life cover the time period from 1815 to 1841. The writings on faith have been grouped into (1) the Constitutions and writings destined to orient and guide the spiritual life; (2) notes taken during retreats and other conferences given by Chaminade; and (3) numerous extracts from the writings which, during his entire active life, Chaminade collected and which were to initiate and guide his disciples in mental prayer. As he writes, “It is impossible to make mental prayer without faith.”

The texts are presented in an almost chronological order, allowing the reader to grasp the ever-increasing importance granted to faith in the teachings of William Joseph Chaminade. We follow the Founder of the Marianist Family in his works, his travels, his preoccupations, his joys, and his sorrows. In every circumstance he appears as a man of faith.

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