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.
Vincent de PaulThe 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!
Vincent de PaulDo not be afraid of undertaking too much of what you can do without coming and going; but fear only the thought of doing more than you are doing and more than God is giving you the means to do.
Vincent de Pauldo not be surprised by your trials, since the Son of God has chosen them for our salvation.
Vincent de Paul