“A charitable word is all that is sometimes necessary to convert an obdurate heart. In like manner one bitter word is capable of afflicting a soul and plunging it into a sadness that may be most injurious.” (CCD 11:56) – St. Vincent de Paul –...
Forbearance is the bond of friendship that unites hearts in sentiment and action not only among themselves but in Our Lord, in such a way that they enjoy great peace (VI:51).
“How good it is to trust God! Turn to Him often, then, as children look to their father and mother in their need.” (SW: 277) – St. Louise de Marillac – Dear God, I believe In You and place all my confidence in You, believing that my trust will...
Be very faithful to God in your spiritual exercises, acting in such a way as to make yourself ever more pleasing in God’s eyes and loving in the eyes of the poor (VI:45).
“We should spend at least as much time in thanking God for His favors as we have in asking them.” (CCD 12:399) – St. Vincent de Paul – Heavenly Father, I am grateful for all the blessings You constantly pour out on me. Today, in my prayer, I...
