Vita consecrata is an apostolic exhortation written by Pope John Paul II, published on 25 March 1996. The exhortation is a post-synodal document. Its sub-title is "On the consecrated life and its mission in the Church and in the world".
In the consecrated life, individuals commit themselves to the evangelical counsels of chastity, poverty and obedience. Their lives testify to the values of the Kingdom of God.Avery Dulles SJ, referring to para. 87-92 of Vita Consecrata The profession of chastity, poverty and obedience rejects the idolatry of anything created and points to God as the absolute good. and Vita Consecrata, Para 87
See also
Perfectae Caritatis
References
External links Vita Consecrata at Vatican web site