I have heard that M. Guesdon is dictating lessons to his seminarians. This is contrary to the custom of the Company and a somewhat ineffective way of teaching, since the students rely on their notes and do not exercise either their judgment or their memory, In this way, their minds remain empty while they pile up papers which they will perhaps never look at again.

In the name of Our Lord, Monsieur, do all you can to regain your health and take good care of it so that you can serve God and the poor for a longer time. This moderate care does not preclude the obligation we have of generously risking our lives when the salvation of our neighbor is concerned.

God's affairs are accomplished gradually and almost imperceptibly and His spirit is neither violent nor tempestuous.

I have never made any distinction between those who have taken vows and those who have not; some should not be overburdened in order to spare others.

There are good, God-fearing persons who still fall into certain faults, and it is better to bear with them than to be hard on them.

To this end, we should help and support one another and strive for peace and union among ourselves. This is the wine that cheers and strengthens travelers along the narrow path of Jesus Christ.

He also always blesses humble beginnings much more than those accompanied by a lot of show.