[R]est assured that, when you remain thus in the state in which obedience has placed you, the merit of this same obedience extends over everything you do, giving each action inestimable value, even when things do not turn out as you wish.

People are made in such a way that even the holiest ones are liable to offend one another.

If you think something should be done, take the trouble to write to me about it, and together we will decide the time and manner of doing it.

The angels would become incarnate if they could, so that they might come to earth to imitate the example and virtues of the Son of God!

We must endeavor to have God reign sovereignly in us, and then in others. The trouble with me is that I take more care to have Him reign in others than in myself.

You should not open your mouth except to express gratitude for benefits you have received, and never to mention your discontent.

Let us be submissive to Providence, He will see to our affairs in His own time and in His own way