"There is no charity without justice, nor does it permit us to do more than we reasonably can." - St. Vincent de Paul - This truth should be a guiding principle for me as I go about my work, Lord.

"Sufferings well received will prove our passport to eternity." - St. Louise de Marillac - Suffering the pain of misunderstanding is hard to bear. Heal, O Lord, the broken and troubled relationships in my life. Teach me to forgive as you want me to forgive--...

"By love, Our Lord won over those he wanted to believe in him. No matter how much we exert ourselves, people will never have faith in us unless we show charity and compassion to those whom we wish to believe in us." - St. Vincent de Paul - Good works, no matter how...

"The greater my unworthiness, the more abundant His mercy." - St. Elizabeth Ann Seton - Lord, I know you have a special love for the poor and the little in the eyes of the world, so I ask you, today, for the openness and candor of a little child who is totally...

"We do not put faith in a man because he is learned, but we esteem and love him because he is good." - St. Vincent de Paul - Knowledge without integrity isn't worth very much. Lord, keep this truth ever before me.

"When we meet with things very pleasing, before yielding to the joy they elicit, let us raise our hearts to God and thank his loving mercy which sends us the consolation." - St. Louise de Marillac - So often, Lord, I turn to you with my needs and don't remember to...

"Our Lord always has a share in replies which we make honestly, stating things just as they are, and He blesses them." - St. Vincent de Paul - When I am tempted to avoid dealing with situations directly and openly, come to my assistance, Lord, and grant me the grace...

"O, my Heavenly Father, I know that these contradicting events are permitted and guided by Thy wisdom, which alone is light." - St. Elizabeth Ann Seton - In the confusion of this present age, it is often difficult to discern the best path to take in dealing with...

"There are very few for so much work! Our Lord will have to labor with you!" - St. Vincent de Paul - Lord, the size of a task or situation may sometimes seem overwhelming. At those times I will be comforted by your own words, "Take courage, I have overcome the...

"God is satisfied with a soul of good will." - St. Louise de Marillac - Heavenly Lord, help me to be satisfied with the person I am. Reveal the talents you have given me and how you want me to use them in your service. I am so grateful that you see my intentions as...