What a reason the Company has for observing its Rules faithfully: to do what the Son of God came into the world to do! That there should be a Company, and that it should be the Company of the Mission, composed of poor men, and that it should be entirely dedicated to that purpose, going here and there through hamlets and villages, leaving the towns behind-something that's never been done-and going to announce the Gospel only to persons who are poor; yet, those are our Rules!
Vincent de PaulTo 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.
Vincent de PaulI have made to God the offering you made to me of your heart and have asked him to unite mine with yours in that of Our Lord.
Vincent de Paul. . . [A]s a rule, the most learned persons do not produce the greatest results. We see that only too often.
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