I'm not afraid of too many things, and I got that invincible kind of attitude from my father.

The cross symbolizes a cosmic as well as historic truth. Love conquers the world, but its victory is not an easy one.

Rationalism belongs to the cool observer. But because of the stupidity of the average person, they follow not reason, but faith. This naïve faith, requires necessary illusions and emotionally potent oversimplifications, which are provided by the myth maker to keep the ordinary person on course.

All men are naturally included to obscure the morally ambiguous element in their political cause by investing it with religious sanctity.

Change what cannot be accepted and accept what cannot be changed.

God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference. Grant me the patience with changes that take time, appreciation of all that I have, tolerance of those with different struggles, and the strength to get up and try again, one day at a time.

Nothing we do, however virtuous, can be accomplished alone; therefore we are saved by love.