“Sooner or later, good works speak a far more advantageous language than whatever is done for ostentation and display.” (CCD 2:311) – St. Vincent de Paul – O Lord, may I find true contentment in working quietly, knowing that my only true reward...
“Envy begins to appear here regarding the employment you expected. Charity, humility and patience will dispel this cloud, I hope.” (CCD 9:556) – St. Vincent de Paul – Whenever I am overlooked or disregarded, Lord, keep me from all thoughts of...
“Though our service be rejected, let us believe that whatever happens is for the best. Do we not know that God draws his own glory from contempt?” (SW:290) – St. Louise de Marillac – Rejection is never easy to accept; especially when it comes...
