Angela Merici Quotes & Sayings

Reflect that in reality you have a greater need to serve [the poor] than they have of your service. — Angela Merici

Keep to the ancient way and custom of the Church, established and confirmed by so many Saints under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit. And live a new life. Pray, and get others to pray, that God not abandon His Church, but reform it as He pleases, and as He sees best for us, and more to His honor and glory. — Angela Merici

Beware of trying to accomplish anything by force. — Angela Merici

We must give alms. Charity wins souls and draws them to virtue. — Angela Merici

Do not lose heart, even if you should discover that you lack qualities necessary for the work to which you are called. He who called you will not desert you, but the moment you are in need he will stretch out his saving hand. — Angela Merici

Consider that the devil doesn't sleep, but seeks our ruin in a thousand ways. — Angela Merici

Strive to be faithful to that which God has called you. — Angela Merici

You will accomplish more by kind words and a courteous manner than by anger or sharp rebuke, which should never be used except in necessity. — Angela Merici