I ask God that we may apply ourselves constantly to divine matters and the salvation of our neighbor (V:81).

My only desire is that God may give us the spirit of profound gratitude for so many benefits bestowed on us (V:81).

It is a source of consolation to us that Our Lord seems to want to use the Company everywhere for the service and relief of the poorest of the poor (V:66).

The wisest persons, surprised by some passion, often say things they later regret (V:63).

I hope that you will all live in peace in order to advance in virtue, lighten each others’ burdens, and be a consolation to one another in your heavy labors (V:58).

Since God is the Master of the sea and the winds, I ask God to make them favorable to you, to steer the ship wherever you go, to be your guide and pilot, and, in a word, to lead you safely to your destination (V:37).

Let us continue to offer one another to God and to love each other in Our Lord, as he has loved us (V:28).

Let us allow God to act; God brings things to completion when we least expect it (V:27).

Perhaps in heaven you will discover that the good you are doing here is one of the most pleasing things you have ever done for God (V:15).

It is even strongly to be feared that good accomplished without suffering is not a perfect good (V:15).