Father Michael Blog

“To have courage for whatever comes in life — everything lies in that.” St. Teresa of Avila

“When tempted, invoke your angel. He is more eager to help you than you are to be helped! Ignore the devil and do not be afraid of him: he trembles and flees at sight of your Guardian Angel.” St. John Bosco

“Quite soon, I shall find myself before the final judge of my life. Even though, as I look back on my long life, I can have great reason for fear and trembling, I am nonetheless of good cheer, for I trust firmly that the Lord is not only the just judge, but also the friend and brother who himself has already suffered for my shortcomings, and is thus also my advocate, my ‘Paraclete.’ In light of the hour of judgement, the grace of being a Christian becomes all the more clear to me. It grants me knowledge, and indeed friendship, with the judge of my life, and thus allows me to pass confidently through the dark door of death.” ~ Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI

“Anyone who ever gave you confidence, you owe them a lot.” — Breakfast at Tiffany’s by Truman Capote

TKC!

“I love those who can smile in trouble, who can gather strength from distress, and grow brave by reflection. ‘Tis the business of little minds to shrink, but they whose heart is firm, and whose conscience approves their conduct, will pursue their principles unto death.” Leonardo da Vinci

“You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream.” – C.S. Lewis