"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.
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"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 closely...
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"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.
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"The sick were brought to Our Lord to be cured, like that poor man with the palsy whom they let down through the roof. Is not this what you do in hospitals?" (CCD 9:467) - St. Vincent de Paul - Sometimes in the routine activities of my day, I fail to see the value of...
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"We must always do things with the greatest possible simplicity." (CCD 12:398) - St. Vincent de Paul - Grant me, Lord, the ability to speak and act candidly, acknowledging the contributions of others whenever possible.
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"We must generously accept our inability to act, when it pleases God that this should happen." (SW: 614) - St. Louise de Marillac - When I am forced to remain inactive, Lord, keep me patient and calm in my waiting, knowing that this, too, pleases you.
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Punctuality is an essential point to observe in the accomplishment of your duties. (CCD 12:408, 415, 435) - St. Vincent de Paul - Even if being on time is not a value to me, it is important to observe because the time of others is as important as mine is to me. When I...
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"Faith lifts the soul, hope supports it, experience says it must, and love says let it be." (CW 2:117) - St. Elizabeth Ann Seton - Life is a precious gift from you, Lord. Help me to celebrate it and be grateful for your many gifts.
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"You should be strictly conscientious in the preparation of the medicines you handle." (CCD 10:539-540) - St. Vincent de Paul Whether I am responsible for preparation of medicines or not, teach me Lord to respect my own body by taking medication exactly as prescribed...
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"The poor person, the patient, must be conscious that he is acknowledged as an individual, that he is respected, loved, treated on an equal footing and capable of giving as much as he receives." - Rev. Joseph Jamet, C.M. - O Lord, let me be consciously aware of the...