While Christ recommends the simplicity of a dove, He tells us to have the prudence of a serpent as well… this means that we should speak and behave with discretion (Common Rules of the Congregation of the Mission II:5).
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“We should watch over the interests of others as well as we do our own and be careful to act on every occasion with uprightness and fidelity.”
– St. Vincent de Paul~
– Today, I will be careful to treat others as I myself want to be treated. Be with me, Lord, when I am tempted to excuse my negligence's to the detriment of others.
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Jesus the Lord expects us to have the simplicity of a dove … this means giving a straightforward opinion about things in the way we honestly see them (Common Rules of the Congregation of the Mission II:4).
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“May God be pleased to preserve you in perfect health and in that close union in which, by virtue of the Holy Spirit, you live together.”
– St. Louise de Marillac~
– Lord, peace and harmony are truly heavenly virtues. Grant me these blessings for my family and always be present in its midst.
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“I am asking Our Lord that He Himself lead you by the hand.” (CCD 1:594)
– St. Vincent de Paul~
– As a parent gently leads a child on the right path, so you, Lord, lead me. I am grateful for the care you take of me and of those in my charge.
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