“We must never be surprised when those upon whom we relied fail us; it is then that God steps in to do his work.” – St. Vincent de Paul – Lord, when those in whom I trust fail me and all seems lost, teach me to forgive from my heart. Be my...
“Religion does not limit the powers of the affections, for our Blessed Savior sanctifies and approves in us all the endearing ties and connections of our existence. Religion alone can bind the cord over which neither circumstances, time, nor death have any...
I ask God to give you a twofold share of His Spirit: the first share to unite you to Him, to act in His holy presence and for love of Him; and the other, for the guidance of the souls entrusted to you (IV:220).
“Is it to be expected that all the world approve our every proceeding and we never have occasion to find fault with the deportment of others? In that case, God would have to change human nature.” – St. Vincent de Paul – Heavenly Father, help me...
