A ladder to God…
Contemplation is a ladder to God. And when you come down the ladder, come to the aid of your neighbour in need.
–Saint Anthony of Padua (1195-1231)
Aided by grace…
It is no longer the soul recollecting itself; it is God who recollects it and draws it toward the inner sanctuary. This is the beginning of contemplation; it is infused [by God], since we cannot procure it for ourselves by our own activity aided by grace.
–Reginald Garrigou-Lagrange (1877–1964)
Contemplation is…
Contemplation is a silent prayer which takes place in recollection in the secret of the heart, and is directly ordered to union with God.
–Raïssa Maritain (1883–1960)
Let not your…
Let not your inward devotion be visible unless in great necessity.
–Saint Teresa of Avila (1515-1582)
Spreading light…
There are only two ways of spreading light – to be the candle or the mirror that reflects it.
–Edith Wharton (1862-1937)
Welcomed, loved, forgiven…
The Church must be a place of mercy freely given, where everyone can feel welcomed, loved, forgiven, and encouraged to live the good life of the Gospel.
–Pope Francis (1936-
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