“The holy will of God has assigned to us our present employment. We should perform our work with the fidelity of an ambassador executing the orders of his sovereign.” (SW: 208) – St. Louise de Marillac – When I find myself straying away from...
You are a prisoner for charity, or, to put it better, a prisoner for Jesus Christ. What a happiness to suffer for this great Monarch, and how many crowns await you if you persevere to the end (III:242).
“As long as we are Christians we are obligated to support ill-humor of our neighbor and try to sweeten it.” (CCD 5:412) – St. Vincent de Paul – When tempted to resent the moody behavior of my neighbor today, remind me, Lord, that tomorrow my...
O God my Lord, please be the bond of their hearts; bring to flower the effects of so many holy affections You cause them to form, and give growth to the fruits of their labors for the salvation of souls. Water with Your eternal blessings this establishment, like a new...
