But as a philosopher said, one day after mastering the winds, the waves, the tides and gravity, after all the scientific and technological achievements, we shall harness for God the energies of love. And then, for the second time in the history of the world, man will have discovered fire.

Any idealist who tries to join the Peace Corps must realize he is not going to change the world overnight.

The roots of racism lie deep in man's nature, wounded and bruised by original sin.

I never ride just to ride. I ride to catch a fox. I play baseball to make the team.

Just to travel is rather boring, but to travel with a purpose is educational and exciting.

Working in an underdeveloped land for two or three years, the volunteer will often find that his work is routine and full of frustration.

The Peace Corps is guilty of enthusiasm and a crusading spirit. But we're not apologetic about it.