“There are very few men who realize what God would make of them if they abandoned themselves entirely to his hands,
and let themselves be formed by His Grace.”
– St. Ignatius of Loyola
Baptism
“Baptism is the best gift we have received. Through it, we belong to God and we possess the joy of salvation.”
– Pope Francis
Reconciliation
The Lord never tires of forgiving. It is we who tire of asking for forgiveness.
Eucharist (First Communion)
“The Eucharist is the bread that gives strength… It is at once the most eloquent proof of His love and the most powerful means of fostering His love in us.”
– Saint Damien of Molokai
Confirmation
“For I know well the plans I have in mind for you—oracle of the LORD—plans for your welfare and not for woe, so as to give you a future of hope.”
– Jeremiah 29:11
Holy Matrimony
“Intense love does not measure, it just gives.“
– Saint Theresa of Calcutta
Holy Orders
“We all have a vocation. We believe that God has placed us in this life to fill a special need that no one else can accomplish.”
– St. Francis de Sales
Anointing of the Sick
“Is anyone among you sick? Let him call for the elders of the church, and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord.” – James 5:14