The poor are our portion, and now that they are coming to us, driven out by the hardships of war, which is emptying the countryside, it seems that we are more obliged to work for their salvation in the present affliction in the place where they are now (IV:392).

Even if the whole world should rise up to destroy us, nothing will happen except what God, in whom we have put our hope, will allow (IV:387).

Let us establish ourselves in total dependence on God, trusting that in so doing whatever men say or do against us will turn to the good (IV:387).

We pray well when we remain in the presence of God, with no exertion of the understanding or will (IV:385).

It seems to me that there is no dwelling place comparable to the one to which you aspire– that of peace and quiet (IV:382).

What Our Lord guards is well guarded (IV:381).

If God does not give us peace, we are on the eve of many evils (IV:371).

Courage gentlemen! It is God Himself who has established you in the place and duty where you are. If His glory is your goal, what can you fear, or rather, for what should you not hope? (IV:361).

Rarely is any good done without difficulty (IV:361).

By union and counsel we can achieve anything (IV:360).