“It is great wisdom to know how to be silent and to look at neither the remarks, nor the deeds, nor the lives of others.” St. John of the Cross
Worry about “you”!
Pray!
“Never give up prayer, and should you find dryness and difficulty, persevere in it for this very reason. God often desires to see what love your soul has, and love is not tried by ease and satisfaction.” St. John of the Cross
Keep praying!
Focus?
“People may spend their whole lives climbing the ladder of success only to find, once they reach the top, that the ladder is leaning against the wrong wall.” Thomas Merton
Where is your focus?
The power of a good example
“What will convert [your neighbor] will be the sanctity of your own life!” St. John Vianney
Preaching by example
No fear!
“I will not fear, for you are ever with me and you will never leave me to face my perils alone.” Thomas Merton