If in the few minutes that we have during the times of private prayer, we do nothing else but merely make ourselves aware of the God who is already making Himself present to us, that experience in itself is profound prayer; it is fruitful prayer; it is even the beginnings of mystical prayer.
–Armand M. Nigro (1928-
Just remaining quietly in the presence of God, listening to Him, being attentive to Him, requires a lot of courage and know-how.
–Thomas Merton (1915-1968)
Place your mind before the mirror of eternity. Place your soul in the brilliance of glory. Place your heart in the figure of the divine substance. And transform your whole being into the image of the Godhead Itself through contemplation!
–Saint Clare of Assisi (1194-1253)
Do not be afraid to throw yourself on the Lord! He will not draw back and let you fall! Put your worries aside and throw yourself on him; He will welcome you and heal you.
–Saint Augustine (354-430)
Seal your senses with stillness and sit in judgment upon the thoughts that attack your heart.
–Saint Thalassios the Libyan (Sixth-Seventh Centuries)
