What value is there in faith without works? And what are they worth if they are not united to the merits of Jesus Christ, our only good?

Prayer is a friendly conversation with the One we know loves us.

In light of heaven, the worst suffering on earth will be seen to be no more serious than one night in an inconvenient hotel.

If I were to give advice, I would say to parents that they ought to be very careful whom they allow to mix with their children when young; for much mischief thence ensues, and our natural inclinations are unto evil rather than unto good.

I am afraid that if we begin to put our trust in human help, some of our Divine help will fail us.

Be gentle and kind with every one, and severe with yourself.

I had a father and mother, who were devout and feared God. Our Lord also helped me with His grace. All this would have been enough to make me good, if I had not been so wicked.