“Pride is a most pernicious vice, and the more to be dreaded as we are strongly inclined to it by nature.” (CCD 11:45)
– St. Vincent de Paul~
– Lord, I thank you for loving and sustaining me in spite of my foolish pride, which tempts me to believe I am better than others. Forgive this sin and help me to understand that others, too, are equally blessed by you.
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“Be at peace and continue working as you have always done; the trouble you have already taken will not be lost. You know that after the rain comes the sunshine.” (SW: 362)
– St. Louise de Marillac~
– Dear Lord, when there doesn’t seem to be a light at the end of the tunnel and all seems lost, make me feel your strength and truth of your promise to be always with me. I believe in that promise!
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“Affability and meekness are very powerful virtues in gaining souls to God.” (CCD 11:57-58)
– St. Vincent de Paul~
– Heavenly Father, today, I will try to be pleasant and gentle with those who are suffering, remembering how patient and forgiving you are with me.
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“Continue to be edification to the neighbor, the consolation of the afflicted and the solace of the sick.” (SW: 601)
– St. Louise de Marillac~
“The Lord is close to the broken-hearted, and rescues those whose spirits are crushed.” Psalm 34:18
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