Constitutions and Statutes - The Mill Hill Missionaries

C37The welfare of Perpetual Members is primarily theobligation of the Society, which fulfils it either directlythrough its own resources and structures, through Stateassistance or, indirectly, through agreements with thelocal Church where the Members serve.Perpetual Members and AssociatesC38C39D40C41D42Members and Associates all share responsibility forthe Society's overall task. As a consequence, everymissionary is prepared to do Society work anywherefor a determined period of time.Members and Associates have a right to holidayswhich are arranged in consultation with the appropriatesuperiors. While at home or on sabbatical, theyreceive a personal allowance from their Region oforigin. If they reside with relatives or friends, they mayclaim a living allowance.The General Council, in consultation with localsuperiors, may issue guidelines on holidays andcompassionate leave, and long-distance travel forreasons other than assignment, in accordance withguidelines laid down by General Chapters and localAssemblies. (Cf. Chapter 2005 Documents)Members and Associates have a right to retirement. Itis the special concern of the Society authorities thatthey do not continue in active service longer than theirage or health allows. The General Council releases aperson for retirement, as a rule, in their Region oforigin.At the age of 65, in dialogue with the local11