Saint Peter Chrysologus

Fasting is the soul of prayer; mercy is the lifeblood of fasting. So if you pray, fast. If you fast, show mercy.

Saint Bartholomea Capitanio

I realize that I am unable, unworthy and incapable of anything, but if you (Lord) wish it, you can make me do marvelous things… I no longer have anything of my own, I am entirely […] Read More

Blessed Margarita de Maturana

There are moments in life of special importance, such as when the Lord shows us the way to be followed and then leaves it up to our will to respond.

Saint Bridget of Sweden

True wisdom, then, consists in works, not in great talents, which the world admires. For the wise in the world’s estimation … are the foolish who set at naught the will of God and know […] Read More

Saint Lawrence of Brindisi

O, if we only considered this reality! Namely that God is really present to us when we speak to Him by praying that He really listens to our prayer, even if we only pray with […] Read More

Saint Pauline

Be humble. Trust always and a great deal in divine Providence; never, never must you let yourselves be discouraged, despite contrary winds. I say it again: trust in God and Mary Immaculate, be faithful and […] Read More

Saint Bonaventure

In all your actions, in all your words, whether you walk or eat, whether you speak or keep silent, whether alone or in company, lift your eyes to Him as your model. By this you […] Read More

Saint Anthony Mary Zaccaria

Sanctification means to love God above all things and everything else for His sake. It means to love our friends in Him, and our enemies for Him.