Whoever curses a….
Whoever curses a poor man does an injury to Christ, whose noble image he wears – the image of Him who made Himself poor for us in this world.
–Saint Francis of Assisi (1181–1226)
Love our Lord…
One outcome of deep love of our Lord is a perfect charity toward our neighbor, which grows as our love for God increases, making its possessor as much at one with his brothers and sisters, as if they were members of the same body.
–Saint John of Avila (1500-1569)
To receive, give…
When you fast, see the fasting of others. If you want God to know that you are hungry, know that another is hungry. If you hope for mercy, show mercy. If you look for kindness, show kindness. If you want to receive, give.
–Saint Peter Chrysologus (c. 380 – c. 450)
Do not ignore…
No one has ever been accused for not providing ornaments, but for those who neglect their neighbor a hell awaits with an inextinguishable fire and torment in the company of the demons. Do not, therefore, adorn the church and ignore your afflicted brother, for he is the most precious temple of all.
–Saint John Chrysostom (347-407)
Extend mercy…
Extend mercy towards others, so that there can be no one in need whom you meet without helping. For what hope is there for us if God should withdraw His mercy from us?
–Saint Vincent de Paul (1581-1660)
Prefer service to…
It is our duty to prefer the service of the poor to everything else and to offer such service as quickly as possible. If a needy person requires medicine or other help during prayer time, do whatever has to be done with peace of mind. Offer the deed to God as your prayer.
–Saint Vincent de Paul (1581-1660)
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