The Sisters of St. Francis of Millvale follow the Franciscan Rule. The following is an excerpt from the Rule. Chapter I: Our Identity 1. The form of life of the Brothers and Sisters is this: to observe the Holy Gospel ofour Lord Jesus Christ, living in obedience, in poverty, and in chastity. Following JesusChrist after the example of St. Francis, let them recognize that they are called to makegreater efforts in their observance of the precepts and counsels of Our Lord Jesus Christ. Let them deny themselves as each has promised the Lord. 2. With all in the holy Catholic and apostolic Church who wish to serve the Lord, thebrothers and sisters of this order are to persevere in true faith and penance. They wish to live this evangelical conversion of life in a spirit of prayer, of poverty and of humility. Therefore, let them abstain from all evil and persevere to the end in doing good becauseGod will come again in glory and will say to all who in sincere repentance: "Come blessedof God, take possession of the kindom prepared for you from the beginning of the world"(Mt. 25:34) 3. The sisters and brothers promise obedience and reverence to the Pope and theHoly Catholic Church. In this same spirit they are to obey those called to be ministers andservants of their own fraternity; and, wherever they are, or in whatever situation they arein, they should diligently and fervently show reverence and honor to one another. Theyshould also foster unity and communion with all the members of the Franciscan family.