Start by doing what's necessary; then do what's possible; and suddenly you are doing the impossible.
Francis of AssisiMan should tremble, the world should vibrate, all heaven should be deeply moved when the Son of God appears on the altar in the hands of the priest.
Francis of AssisiBe praised, my Lord, through those who forgive for love of you; through those who endure sickness and trial.
Francis of AssisiPleased be you, my Lord, with all your creatures, especially Sir Brother Sun, who is the day and through whom you give us light. And he is beautiful and radiant with great splendours and bears likeness of you, Most High One.
Francis of AssisiAlms are an inheritance and a justice which is due to the poor and which Jesus has levied upon us.
Francis of AssisiIt is good to read the testimonies of Scripture; it is good to seek the Lord our God in them. As for me, however, I have already made so much of Scripture my own that I have more than enough to meditate on and turn over in my mind. I need no more . .. I know Christ, the poor crucified One.
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