“One can never have too great a supply of patience and mild persuasion.” – St. Vincent de Paul – Lord, when I have failed to succeed in persuading anyone to another course of action, it was probably because of my impatient and aggressive...
“New works, however holy, do not develop unless they have a promoter who follows them closely.” – St. Vincent de Paul – O God, remove from me all fear of new beginnings. Give me the courage I need to undertake and see to completion good works...
“Human passions and weaknesses are never extinct, but they cannot triumph in a heart possessed by peace. She is lovely; make acquaintance with her. She will not be angry that you neglected her so long.” (CW 2:86) – St. Elizabeth Ann Seton –...
