Trusteeship: shared mission for religious and laity.
Serving as a trustee requires commitment to a particular congregation's spirit or charism and to the health care apostolate. Vatican Council II urges that laypersons take the responsibility to share with religious as partners in furthering the Church's mission.
D002835:Christianity; D006075:Governing Board; D006268:Health Facilities; D012941:Social Responsibility; D014341:Trustees