Friday, July 31, 2020

Quote: July 31

“Perseverance is a great grace. To go on gaining and advancing every day, we must be resolute, and bear and suffer as our blessed forerunners did. Which of them gained heaven without a struggle?”



~ St. Elizabeth Ann Seton

 


Lord, when I am struggling with pain in my life, remind me that I am never left to face it alone.

Thursday, July 30, 2020

Quote: July 30

“Rely upon God, and you will have the fulfillment of whatever your heart desires.”



~ St. Vincent de Paul


 

What is my heart’s desire? Sometimes I’m not even sure, but of this I am very sure, God’s love for me is unconditional and in surrendering myself to it I know my needs will be satisfied.

Wednesday, July 29, 2020

Quote: July 29

“Though truth and sincerity should ever guard our words, yet we should be careful never to offend others.”



~ St. Louise de Marillac


 

Lord, in the name of “sincerity” never let my words injure or embarrass others. Teach me to be sensitive to their feelings and treat them as I would want to be treated.

Tuesday, July 28, 2020

Quote: July 28

“Free your mind of anything that troubles you; God will take care of it.”



~ St. Vincent de Paul


 

When my worries loom heavily over me, I will surrender them all to your care, Lord, and place myself under your loving protection.

Monday, July 27, 2020

Quote: July 27

“It may come to your mind that you have not enough intelligence to conduct so large and difficult a house. To this I shall reply that there will be two of you to do it: Our Lord and yourself, and with him, all is possible.”



~ St. Vincent de Paul


 

Lord, you have said that your grace is sufficiently given for whatever you ask of us. Knowing that is a comfort to me and I will ask for what I need, in your most powerful name.

Sunday, July 26, 2020

Quote: July 26

“How liable we are to err in our judgments respecting others unless we thoroughly know the motives of their actions.”



~ St. Elizabeth Ann Seton


 

How easy it is to rashly judge the actions of others! Lord, if I err regarding others, let it be on the side of charity.

Saturday, July 25, 2020

Quote: July 25

“Evenness of temper is a particular virtue, a state which supposes an aggregate of all the virtues, an external manifestation of the peace and beauty of the interior.”



~ St. Vincent de Paul

 


How many occasions for petty aggravation come up during the course of my fast moving days? When I am aware of this, I will try to pause, take a break and “lighten up.” Lord, help me to become patient with others and also with myself.

Friday, July 24, 2020

Quote: July 24

“ … Our vocation is to set the hearts of men on fire, to do what the Son of God did, who came to set the world on fire … “



~ St. Vincent de Paul


 

Inspire me with enthusiasm for your work, Lord, that others may be drawn closer to you by my example.

Thursday, July 23, 2020

Quote: July 23

“The virtue of gratitude will prepare our hearts to receive the graces we need to serve the sick and poor with meekness and compassion.”



~ St. Louise de Marillac


 

Lord, I am humbled by the many ways you continually bless me and the great privilege I have of serving you in the poor. May I always treat them with the respect and compassion they deserve.

Wednesday, July 22, 2020

Quote: July 22

“No matter what others say or do, even if the wicked succeed, do not be troubled: commit everything to God and put your trust in him.”



~ St. Vincent de Paul

 


If I place my trust in you, Lord, I will not be concerned about what others think or do.

Tuesday, July 21, 2020

Quote: July 21

“You know how unwilling we are to deny ourselves, how unwilling to be reproved and contradicted, how a trifling thing will make us sad, how we delight to be commended while, with a short of natural cruelty we see blame and faults in others which we are scarcely willing to excuse.”

~ St. Elizabeth Ann Seton

 

Holy Spirit, come with your gift of wisdom and enlighten me that I may become so aware of the inconsistencies in my own life, there will be little time to find fault with anyone else.

Monday, July 20, 2020

Quote: July 20

“O sir, what a faithful image of Our Lord, is participation in the meekness and humility of his heart!” How it portrays his manner of acting, especially when firmness accompanies it.”



~ St. Vincent de Paul


 

Lord, in imitation of you, teach me how to be firm, yet gentle and loving when I have to take an unpopular stand I know to be right.

Sunday, July 19, 2020

Quote: July 19

“We must receive with respect whatever God presents to us, and then examine the situation with its circumstances in order to do what is most expedient.”



~ St. Vincent de Paul

 


In resolving situations in my work, Lord, nothing can be accomplished without objectivity and reflection. In those circumstances, quiet my mind and calm my anxiety so I can be a part of the solution and not the problem.

Saturday, July 18, 2020

Quote: July 18

“Let us patiently bear the contradictions and repugnances we encounter in the discharge of duty, since our actions are thereby rendered more agreeable to God.”



~ St. Louise de Marillac


 

Teach me, Lord the discipline of patience, which I find harder than work. Maybe then, in the quietness of reflection I will begin to understand that you speak to me through the very difficulties I am facing.

Friday, July 17, 2020

Quote: July 17

“Today’s efforts will make tomorrow’s easier.”



~ St. Vincent de Paul


 

How easy it is for me to put off what is difficult and waste time on non-essentials. Lord, teach me to discipline myself and keep my priorities straight, that your work may be accomplished through me.

Thursday, July 16, 2020

Quote: July 16

“What can shut us out from the love of Him, who will ever dwell within us through love?”



~ St. Elizabeth Ann Seton


 

Heavenly Father, soften my heart when anger closes me off from those who have upset me. Help me to overlook and forget these incidents just as you are constantly forgiving me.

Wednesday, July 15, 2020

Quote: July 15

“There is no charity without justice, nor does it permit us to do more than we reasonably can.”


~ St. Vincent de Paul

 

Working for the poor without also doing what I can to root out the causes of injustice to them is not very effective. This truth should be a guiding principle for me as I go about my work, Lord.


Tuesday, July 14, 2020

Quote: July 14

“Sufferings well received will prove our passport to eternity.”


~ St. Louise de Marillac

 

Suffering the pain of misunderstanding is hard to bear. Heal, O Lord, the broken and troubled relationships in my life. Teach me to forgive as you want me to forgive – completely and wholeheartedly being the first to make amends.


Monday, July 13, 2020

Quote: July 13

“By love, Our Lord won over those he wanted to believe in him. No matter how much we exert ourselves, people will never have faith in us unless we show clarity and compassion to those whom we wish to believe in us.”


~ St. Vincent de Paul

 

Good works, no matter how praiseworthy, will never engender trust. Knowing your unconditional love for me, Lord, makes it possible for me to love others and reveal to them how blessed they are in your sight.


Sunday, July 12, 2020

Quote: July 12

“The greater my unworthiness, the more abundant his mercy.”


~ St. Elizabeth Ann Seton

 

Lord, I know you have a special love for the poor and the little in the eyes of the world, so I ask you, today, for the openness and candor of a little child who is totally dependent on your love and mercy. In You I place all my trust.


Saturday, July 11, 2020

Quote: July 11

“We do not put faith in a man because he is learned, but we esteem and love him because he is good.”


~ St. Vincent de Paul

 

Knowledge without integrity isn’t worth very much. Lord, keep this truth ever before me.


Friday, July 10, 2020

Quote: July 10

“When we meet with things very pleasing, before yielding to the joy they elicit, let us raise our hearts to God and thank his loving mercy which sends us the consolation.”


~ St. Louise de Marillac

 

So often, Lord, I turn to you with my needs and don’t remember to thank you for the many joys and successes of my life. Today, I offer you praise and thanksgiving for the blessing you continually shower upon me as well as the countless little joys I experience every day.

Thursday, July 9, 2020

Quote: July 9

“Our Lord always has a share in replies which we make honestly, stating things just as they are, and He blesses them.”


~ St. Vincent de Paul

 

When I am tempted to avoid dealing with situations directly and openly, come to my assistance, Lord, and grant me the grace to be honest and straightforward.


Wednesday, July 8, 2020

Quote: July 8

“O, my Heavenly Father, I know that these contradicting events are permitted and guided by Thy wisdom, which alone is light.”


~ St. Elizabeth Ann Seton

 

In the confusion of this present age, it is often difficult to discern the best path to take in dealing with troublesome situations. Lord, I need the wisdom of your Spirit to guide my decision making so that Your holy will can be accomplished through me.


Tuesday, July 7, 2020

Quote: July 7

“There are very few for so much work! Our Lord will have to labor with you!”


~ St. Vincent de Paul

 

Lord, the size of a task or situation may sometimes seem overwhelming. At those times I will be comforted by your own words, “Take courage, I have overcome the world.”


Monday, July 6, 2020

Quote: July 6

 

“God is satisfied with a soul of good will.”


~ St. Louise de Marillac

 

Heavenly Lord help me to be satisfied with the person I am. Reveal the talents you have given me and how you want me to use them in your service. I am so grateful that you see my intentions as well as my deeds and love me as I am.


Sunday, July 5, 2020

Quote: July 5

“In the name of God, Sir, let your trust in God be greater than it is! Let him steer your little boat. If it be useful and pleasing to him, he will save it from shipwreck and there will be no danger that the multitude and size of other craft will cause it to be submerged.”


~ St. Vincent de Paul

 

In times of personal stress, I will trust that your guidance will bring me through the waters of self-pity and restore peace to my soul.


Saturday, July 4, 2020

Quote: July 4

“God’s work is accomplished little by little and almost as it were, imperceptibly, and His Spirit is neither violent nor unseasonable.”


~ St. Vincent de Paul

 

Lord, teach me how to be patient with myself, especially when I want quick and easy solutions to my problems.


Friday, July 3, 2020

Quote: July 3

“He knows all our weakness and the failings of our hearts. As a father pities his own children, He pities us, and has Himself declared that He never will forsake the soul that confides His name.”


~ St. Elizabeth Ann Seton

 

Heavenly Lord, I rely on your promises and confide to you all my cares, concerns, and needs. I do this in your most powerful name of Jesus.


Thursday, July 2, 2020

Quote: July 2

 

“God never fails to come to our help in due time after we, on our part, have done all we can.”


~ St. Vincent de Paul


When I catch myself worrying, Lord, let me feel your presence within me.

Wednesday, July 1, 2020

Quote: July 1

“Provided He reigns, that suffices.”


~ St. Louise de Marillac

 

Heavenly Father, I want to give my whole life to you, yet I am afraid of what you might ask of me. Extend your hand so I can overcome my fear of the unknown. With you at my side, I will find the courage to launch out into your deep and let the shoreline go.


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