He who loves the coming of the Lord is not he who affirms that it is far off, nor is it he who says it is near, but rather he who, whether it be far off or near, awaits it with sincere faith, steadfast hope, and fervent love.
–Saint Augustine (354-430)
Unquestioning acceptance of tradition is helpful for a gentle person, for then he will not try God’s patience or often fall into sin.
–Saint Mark the Ascetic (Fifth Century)
He who labors as he prays lifts his heart to God with his hands.
–Saint Benedict (480-547)
In vain will our sacred discourses strike the external ear, unless God by a spiritual gift opens the hearing of the interior man.
–Saint Fulgentius of Ruspe (Fifth — Sixth Century)
The proof of love is in the works. Where love exists, it works great things. But when it ceases to act, it ceases to exist.
–Saint Gregory the Great (c. 540-604)
Let’s bless our Lord whether we are in prosperity or in suffering, for these blend together in life–joy will follow our suffering, and those sufferings, in turn, will be followed by joy.
–Blessed Luisitia Josefa (1866-1937)
