 In 1295, Pope Boniface VIII promulgated the papal bull "Cupientes cultum" which approved the style of community life of the tertiaries and the pastoral ministry they offered to the people.He permitted the brothers of penitence (Tertiaries) of northern Germany, to live in community and have oratories in their houses in order to celebrate the divine office.The aim of these fraternities was normally that of taking care of hospitals.