May 18, 2025

"Gently and imperceptibly, the angels inspire us to do good and then leave us perfectly free to do it or not." ~ St. Vincent de Paul

 

I am grateful, Lord, for those countless promptings to do good which come my way and the loving protection of your angels.

May 17, 2025

 "We must learn the hard lesson of submission; and once this has been accomplished, everything that comes after will be rendered easy." ~ St. Elizabeth Ann Seton

 

Why do I find it so hard to completely turn my life over to you, Lord? Drive away from the fear of what you might ask of me and replace it with the peace that only comes from a total gift of self to you.

 May 16, 2025

"Those whom you serve should feel the efforts of your kindheartedness." ~ St. Vincent de Paul

 

Lord, let the great love I know you have for me, shine through my actions so others may experience your great loving compassion.

 

Quote of the Day

May 16, 2025 | Quote of the Day 

I ask Our Lord to be your first and second assistant in the other missions you are going to undertake (V:534).

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 May 15, 2025

"Our good God wishes that all which is past remain in oblivion. The only thing you have to do is make good use of the present, but you must ask this grace of him." ~ St. Louise de Marillac

 

How wonderful it is to know that I am forgiven so completely by you, Lord! Teach me to forgive others without holding on to resentment or bitterness.

 

Quote of the Day

May 15, 2025 | Quote of the Day 

What a great rest God is preparing for you in heaven, since you take so little on earth, where you are consuming your life for the love of Our Lord, who gave His own for our salvation (V:531).

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 May 14, 2025

"Our Lord is a perpetual Communion to those who are united to His will." ~ St. Vincent de Paul

 

Lord, I want to do your will. Show me what you want of me this day and give me the grace to do it.