We should always be disposed to believe that that which appears white is really black, if the hierarchy of the Church so decides.

He who goes about to reform the world must begin with himself, or he loses his labor.

God freely created us so that we might know, love, and serve him in this life and be happy with him forever. God's purpose in creating us is to draw forth from us a response of love and service here on earth, so that we may attain our goal of everlasting happiness with him in heaven.

To have prevented one single sin is reward enough for the labors and efforts of a whole lifetime.

Stand firm and immovable as an anvil when it is beaten upon.

If, one day, I should offend God in any way, or grow remiss, though ever so little, in that which concerns His holy service and glory, I solemnly implore Him, rather let me die.

It is one thing to be eloquent and charming in profane speech, and another when the one speaking as a religious.