Who can’t use a little daily, morning meditation? A resource to guide you in prayer? A text to give shape to your own wandering thoughts and desires? A model to inspire your own musings and emptying process before the Beloved? “Daily with De Sales” is just such a resource! The following is a passage taken from this online publication of St. Francis de Sales’ quotes and maxims, as compiled by Rev. Francis J. Klauder. It provides a daily guide for any and all who seek the gentle, wise, and nurturing words of St. Francis. We are grateful for Fr. Klauder’s work editing the original book, “Every Day with St. Francis de Sales” and invite you to check out the Oblates of St. Francis de Sales’ website, where this online retreat resource lives.
Enjoy! Pray On! Live + Jesus!
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July 6
I do not want you to be too worried about your prayer made without words, as you put it to me, because it is good if at the end it leaves you with noble affections in your heart. Therefore, follow the path along which the Holy Spirit is calling you, without neglecting to prepare yourself for meditation. It is necessary to give yourself a sufficient preparation which mirrors your attitude; when God lifts us up to lofty heights, to Him alone be the glory! (Letters 49; O. XIII, p. 334)
i used this wonderful book as i was discerning my call to religious life….each day gave me some insight for my journey. well worth keeping in one’s prayer space/meditation area. let our saint give you a word for your journey each day! -sr. suzanne
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