“Our happiness lies in the cross; even Our Lord did not will to enter his glory except through suffering.” (CCD 7:246)
– St. Vincent de Paul~
– Lord, I’ll never fully understand the mystery of suffering. All I ask is that you keep giving me the grace to use it well as a means of growth in your spirit.
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“This union of my soul with God is my wealth in poverty and joy in deepest affliction.” (CW 2:489)
– St. Elizabeth Ann Seton~
– O God, see my poverty and have pity on me. Enable me to share freely the gifts you have given and find true contentment even in the middle of pain and sorrow.
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“There are very few for so much work! Our Lord will have to labor with you.” (CCD 1:71)
– St. Vincent de Paul~
– When the volume of work overwhelms me and I am discouraged because of shortages of staff, remind me Lord, that it only takes a small piece of yeast to leaven dough, and you never ask more of me than I can give. Be with me to carry the load, my ever-present Lord!
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“Continue to look after your sick and your little girls, in union with the care Our Lord took of the sick and little children— services which he strongly recommended to others. Life is short and great is the reward.” (CCD 5:220)
– St. Vincent de Paul~
– In your lifetime, Lord, you showed your special love for the sick and children. Your example is my inspiration, as it was for St. Louise.
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