Charity Quote by St. Francis de Sales

““Little deeds that proceed from charity please God and have their place among meritorious acts.””

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“From the heights of heaven Jesus Christ mercifully looks down upon you and graciously invites you there.”

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“If we walk steadily and faithfully...God will lift us up to greater things.”

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