Daily Reflection

Sep 11, 2026 | Daily Reflection  

“Is it to be expected that all the world approve our every proceeding and we never have occasion to find fault with the deportment of others? In that case, God would have to change human nature.” (CCD 3:462)
– St. Vincent de Paul~

– Heavenly Father, help me to ignore the disapproval and slights which sometimes come my way. Never let such things stand in the way of my moving ahead with the work I am doing for you.

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Quote of the Day

Sep 11, 2026 | Quote of the Day 

The misery of the war is really cooling the enthusiasm of those who could make a contribution (II:358).

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Daily Reflection

Sep 10, 2026 | Daily Reflection  

“For very just reasons, God sometimes conceals from his servants the fruits of their labors, even though he blesses them with very great results.” (CCD 5:463)
– St. Vincent de Paul~

When what I am doing doesn’t seem to have much meaning or the outcome seems obscure, with you at my side I know, Lord, my efforts will be rewarded no matter the results.

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Quote of the Day

Sep 10, 2026 | Quote of the Day  

Our Lord humbles in order to raise up and allows the suffering of interior and exterior afflictions in order to bring about peace (II:350).

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Quote of the Day

Sep 9, 2026 | Quote of the Day  

One must be firm and unchanging with regard to the end but gentle and humble as to the means (II:332).

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Quote of the Day

Sep 8, 2026 | Quote of the Day  

The maxims of Jesus Christ and the examples of His life are not misleading: they produce their fruit in due time (II:316).

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Daily Reflection

Sep 7, 2026 | Daily Reflection 

“Many contradictory things happen to us: unfavorable opinions about ourselves, our works, our intentions. These contradictions have the advantage of preventing vain-glory, of obliging us to throw ourselves more confidently into the arms of God.”
– St. Vincent de Paul~

– Contradictions have a way of leveling my excessive pride and challenging me to rely more heavily on you, Lord. I place my confidence in you.

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