“I have always shunned performing good deeds in one place to gain credit in another.” – St. Vincent de Paul – Heavenly Lord, preserve me from that way of the world which is always seeking its own gain for actions performed for...
Let us have greater confidence in God than we do; let us allow God to steer our little bark; if it is useful and pleasing to Him, He will save it from shipwreck (IV:347).
“Remember, roses cannot be gathered except amid thorns.” – St. Vincent de Paul – Lord, it has been said that we appreciate most those things for which we work the hardest. May no fear of obstacles deter me from doing your will...
“We should overcome our sensitiveness, paying little attention as to whether we are addressed or not, or to the degree of affability with which we are treated, but let us try to gain all hearts by cordiality and support.” – St. Louise de Marillac...
