“Every ward of a hospital is a chapel wherein Jesus resides.” – St. Vincent de Paul – Whenever I visit a hospital, Lord, your presence is very near. May everything I say or do for the sick be done to comfort and console as you would have me...
“To commit ourselves to Him for strength and refuge is the only relief from thoughts which would overpower the mind that did not resist them.” – St. Elizabeth Ann Seton – Lord, teach me how to let go and trust you, so my faith can grow and my...
“Have foresight when tending your patients; anticipate their needs.” – St. Vincent de Paul – Whether or not my work directly involves the sick, I know, Lord, the only way to anticipate the needs of others is to put myself in their place. Help...
“Our vocation places us in the midst of the poor to whom we give the best of ourselves.” – Mother Chiron, D.C. – Lord, help me to remember that only my best is good enough for those I will be serving today.
“We must never be surprised at the little misunderstandings which arise. The angels and the apostles disagreed and Our Lord permits it to happen in communities for a greater good. But it rests with us to avoid these regrettable circumstances and to become...
“One thing is wanting – works of charity. The blessing of the poor is the blessing of God. Let us go to the poor.” – Bl. Frederic Ozanam – Heavenly Father, enliven my faith so I can see you in those who are suffering.