I cannot think of the results of your labors without shame at the little we do.

Remember the maxim of the Romans which states that by union and counsel we can achieve anything.

Good works are often spoiled by moving too quickly. . . . The good which God desires is accomplished almost by itself, without our even thinking of it.

God uproots the vine that He Himself has not planted.

Naturally, everyone is disheartened by sharp reprimands, and by the most amiable corrections as well, if they are frequent, immoderate, or given inappropriately.

In the name of God, Monsieur, let us not be so little attached to God's service that we yield to a useless fear which may cause us to abandon the task He has given us.

There are some persons who are content with everything and others who are scarcely content with anything. These latter need patience to bear with themselves.