Daily Reflection

Jul 21, 2026, | Daily Reflection 

“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 sort of natural cruelty we see blame and faults in others which we are scarcely willing to excuse.” (CW 3a:259)
– 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.

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Quote of the Day

Jul 21, 2026, | Quote of the Day  

Bitterness has never served any purpose but to embitter (I:526).

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Quote of the Day

Jul 20, 2026, | Quote of the Day  

Grant us the grace to put ourselves in the last place among men and to keep ourselves there (I:524-525).

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Daily Reflection

Jul 19, 2026, | Daily Reflection 

“We must receive with respect whatever God presents to us and then examines the situation with its circumstances in order to do what is most expedient.” (CCD 5:636)
– 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.

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Quote of the Day

Jul 19, 2026, | Quote of the Day  

What good will it do us to possess humility with regard to our person if we take pride in our state? (I:524).

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Daily Reflection

Jul 18, 2026, | Daily Reflection 

“Let us patiently bear the contradictions and repugnance's we encounter in the discharge of duty, since our actions are thereby rendered more agreeable to God.” (SW 365)
– 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.

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Quote of the Day

Jul 18, 2026, | Quote of the Day 

That type of illness does not need remedies so much as patience, gentleness, and cheerfulness of mind (I:523).

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Quote of the Day

Jul 17, 2026, | Quote of the Day  

Everyone says that the missionary spirit is one of humility and simplicity … take hold of it (I:518).

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Daily Reflection

Jul 16, 2026, | Daily Reflection  

“What can shut us out from the love of Him, who will ever dwell within us through love?” (CW 1:266)
– 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.

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Quote of the Day

Jul 16, 2026. | Quote of the Day  

They shall try to do good to the souls of the poor while taking care of their bodies (I:504).

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Daily Reflection

Jul 15, 2026, | Daily Reflection 

“I ask Our Lord to give you a share of His humility and patience to overcome your difficulties.” (CCD VII:2)
– St. Vincent de Paul~

– Grant this to me as I go about my work, Lord. 

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Quote of the Day

Jul 15, 2026, | Quote of the Day 

Most willingly do I pray Our Lord to give His holy blessing to our dear Sisters and to grant them a share in the spirit He gave to the holy women who accompanied and cooperated with Him in assisting the sick poor and instructing children (I:503).

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Daily Reflection

Jul 14, 2026, | Daily Reflection

“Sufferings well received will prove our passport to eternity.” (SW 251)
– 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 whole-heartedly being the first to make amends.

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Quote of the Day

Jul 14, 2026, | Quote of the Day  

This moderate care for our health does not preclude the obligation we have of generously risking our lives when the salvation of our neighbor is concerned (I:491).

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Daily Reflection

Jul 13, 2026, | Daily Reflection  

“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 charity and compassion to those whom we wish to believe in us.” (CCD 1:276-277)
– 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.

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Quote of the Day

Jul 13, 2026, | Quote of the Day  

May God make you absolute master of yourself so that you have only one and the same will with God (I:491).

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Daily Reflection

Jul 12, 2026, | Daily Reflection 

“The greater my unworthiness, the more abundant His mercy.” (CW 2:41)
– 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.

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Quote of the Day

Jul 12, 2026, | Quote of the Day  

Let us be truly submissive to His good pleasure in the situation of the moment (I:484).

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Daily Reflection

Jul 11, 2026, | Daily Reflection  

“We do not put faith in a man because he is learned, but we esteem and love him because he is good.” (CCD 1:276)
– St. Vincent de Paul~

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

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Quote of the Day

Jul 11, 2026, | Quote of the Day   

When in Rome, you must do as the Romans do and accept the local customs (I:475).

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Daily Reflection

Jul 10, 2026, | Daily Reflection  

“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.” (SW: 826)
– 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 blessings you continually shower upon me as well as the countless little joys I experience every day.

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 Quote of the Day

Jul 10, 2026, | Quote of the Day  

Judge whether the prickly thorns of our human nature do not produce fine roses; they blossom as soon as the sun of justice sheds the rays of its grace upon them (I:404).

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Daily Reflection

Jul 9, 2026, | Daily Reflection  

“Our Lord always has a share in replies which we make honestly, stating things just as they are, and He blesses them.” (CCD 4:605)
– 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.

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Quote of the Day

Jul 9, 2026, | Quote of the Day  

The most important thing is to have good bread (I:378).

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Daily Reflection

Jul 8, 2026, | Daily Reflection 

“O, my Heavenly Father, I know that these contradicting events are permitted and guided by Thy wisdom, which alone is light.” (CW 1:271)
– St. Elizabeth Ann Seton (a few days before the death of her sick, suffering husband)

– 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 your holy will can be accomplished through me.

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Quote of the Day

Jul 8, 2026, | Quote of the Day  

Try not to rush around but do everything gently (I:375).

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Daily Reflection

Jul 7, 2026, | Daily Reflection 

“There are very few for so much work! Our Lord will have to labor with you!” (CCD 1:71)
– 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.”

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Quote of the Day

Jul 7, 2026, | Quote of the Day  

There will be two of you for the work, Our Lord and you, and with Him you can do all things (I:369).

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Daily Reflection

Jul 6, 2026, | Daily Reflection 

“God is satisfied with our good will and honest efforts.” (CCD 3:206)
– St. Vincent de Paul~

– 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.

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Quote of the Day

Jul 6, 2026, | Quote of the Day   

You must make good use of your health at the present in order to preserve it and fortify it so as to be able to do something else in time (I:355).

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