If there is any good in us and in our manner of living, it comes from God, and it is up to God to manifest it, if he thinks it advisable. As for us, however, we are poor, ignorant, sinful men, who should keep ourselves hidden, as being useless for any good and...
“We should assist the poor in every way and do it both by ourselves and by enlisting the help of others… to do this is to preach the gospel by word and by work.” (CCD 12:77-78) – St. Vincent de Paul – Lord, make my love for you be like a...
“I think God gives you enough courage to make good use of all the slanders; provided he be not offended, what do you care?” (SW:393) – St. Louise de Marillac – It is painful to know someone hates or dislikes me. At those times, Lord, make me...
Was there any one of the Apostles or any one of all the saints who did not need to do violence to himself in order to resist the attacks of the flesh and the world? (VI:193).
