Ignatius of Loyola Quotes

It is one thing to be eloquent and charming in profane speech, and another when the one speaking as a religious.

SPIRITUAL EXERCISES whereby to conquer oneself, and order one’s life, without being influenced in one’s decision by any inordinate affection.

He who has heard the Word of God can bear his silences.

Let me look at the foulness and ugliness of my body. Let me see myself as an ulcerous sore running with every horrible and disgusting poison.

Dearest Lord, teach me to be generous; teach me to serve you as you deserve; to give and not to count the cost.