If repentance is neglected for an instant, one can lose the power of the Resurrection as he lives with the weakness of tepidity and the potential of his fall.

There are many poor men and poor women: set apart some one constantly to remain there: let the poor man be though but as a guard to thy house: let him be to thee wall and fence, shield and spear. Where alms are, the devil dares not approach, nor any other evil thing.

It is simply impossible to lead, without the aid of prayer, a virtuous life.

The pains of hell are not the greatest part of hell; the loss of heaven is the weightiest woe of hell.

One who strictly prosecutes the misdemeanors of others will find not condescension towards his own.

Many can give money to those in need, but to personally serve the needy readily, out of love, and in a fraternal spirit, requires a truly great soul.

What the soul is in the body, let Christians be in the world.