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which are not united with charity. — St. Gregory the Great.

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We should constantly thank the Lord for having granted us the gift of the true faith, by associating us with the children of the holy Catholic Church. — St. Alphonsus.

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We should not spare expense, fatigue, nor even our life, when there is a question of accomplishing the holy will of God. — St. Vincent de Paul.

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Some are unable to fast or give alms; there are none who can not pray. — St. Alphonsus.

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We meet with contradictions everywhere. If only two persons are together they mutually; afford each other opportunities of exercising patience, and even when one is alone there will still be a necessity for this virtue, so true it is that our miserable life is full of crosses. — St. Vincent de Paul.

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We should bear our sufferings in expiation for our sins, to merit heaven, and to please God. — St. Alphonsus