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Catholic Priest Inspirational Quotes (3238)

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All beginnings are somewhat strange but we must have patience, and little by little, we shall find things, which at first were obscure, becoming clearer.
Vincent de Paul
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[M]ost people offend God by passing judgment on the things others do, especially important people, not knowing the reasons why they are doing what they do for when one does not know the primary cause of some matter, what conclusions can he draw from it?
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It is a maxim of ours to work in the service of the people, with the good pleasure of the pastors, and never to act contrary to their wishes. And, at the opening and closing of each mission, we get their blessing in a spirit of dependence.
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Peace is worth more than all worldly possessions in addition, God rewards it even in this life.
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All comes at the proper time to him who knows how to wait.
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Humility is nothing but truth, and pride is nothing but lying.
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God always gives a great blessing to humble beginnings than to those that start with the chiming of bells.
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If, in order to succeed in an enterprise, I were obliged to choose between fifty deer commanded by a lion, and fifty lions commanded by a deer, I should consider myself more certain of success with the first group than with the second.
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If God is the center of your life, no words are necessary. Your mere presence will touch hearts.
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If you think something should be done, take the trouble to write to me about it, and together we will decide the time and manner of doing it.
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What you are saying is true of those who want everything to give way to them, nothing to oppose them, everything to go their way, people to obey them without comment or delay and, in a manner of speaking, to be adored.
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I will always welcome joyfully any opportunity that comes my way to be of service to you
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Nature makes trees put down deep roots before having them bear fruit, and even this is done gradually.
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Naturally, everyone is disheartened by sharp reprimands, and by the most amiable corrections as well, if they are frequent, immoderate, or given inappropriately.
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Naturally, everyone loves his freedom, but we must beware of this as of a broad road that leads to perdition.
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The wisest persons, surprised by some passion, often say things they later regret.
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There are good, God-fearing persons who still fall into certain faults, and it is better to bear with them than to be hard on them.
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If there is any danger in the present weather, in the name of God, Monsieur, wait until spring
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... I am sure that you are the first to do what you teach them.
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If you say that a good reputation serves to benefit the neighbor more, I admit that. However, since it should be based on a good life, it is, therefore, preserved by the practice of virtue and not by human intrigue.
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Peace is never so complete that we may not have something to suffer. . . . Since it is impossible to please all of [those you serve], they offer you the occasion for practices which increase your merit in the measure that you make them meritorious by your patience.
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Fear not calm will follow the storm, and perhaps soon.
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It is not light they need but strength, and strength permeates through the external balm of words and good example.
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You say you experience great difficulty in the mission. Alas! Monsieur, there is no lot in life where there is nothing to be endured.
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