All those things are nothing but exercises for your purgation, illumination, and perfection, and so that you can sympathize with those whom you see in similar dispositions. It is God’s plan that those who are to help others spiritually fall into the temptation...
“We should assist the poor in every way and do it both by ourselves and by enlisting the help of others… to do this is to preach the gospel by word and by work.” – St. Vincent de Paul – Lord, make my love for you be like a living flame...
“I think God gives you enough courage to make good use of all the slanders; provided he be not offended, what do you care?” – St. Louise de Marillac – It is painful to know someone hates or dislikes me. At those times, Lord, make me strong...
“Picture to yourself that there are millions of souls with outstretched arms calling you!” – St. Vincent de Paul – The needs of the poor are so vast; it overwhelms me to think of who needs help the most. Instead of dwelling on what I am unable...