Jesus the Lord expects us to have the simplicity of a dove … this means giving a straightforward opinion about things in the way we honestly see them (Common Rules of the Congregation of the Mission II:4).
“Your steadiness of conduct will never injure you, even in the minds of those who act differently from you, for all will respect and esteem you more for persevering in what you know to be your duty.” (CW 1:224) – St. Elizabeth Ann Seton – Help...
A sure way for a Christian to grow rapidly in holiness is a conscientious effort to carry out God’s will in all circumstances and at all times (XIIIb:433-434).
“In order to acquire a solid habit of any virtue, it is necessary to form good resolutions on the particular acts of this virtue and be faithful in executing them.” (CCD 2:217) – St. Vincent de Paul – Lord, only you can give me the courage to...
