On meaning
“We are not numbers. We are children of God. We have been created for a purpose, for greater things: to love and to be loved.” (1982 commencement address at Thomas Aquinas College)
“We ourselves feel that what we are doing is just a drop in the ocean. But if that drop was not in the ocean, I think the ocean will be less because of that missing drop.” (Missionaries of Charity)
“Do not be afraid. Do not be afraid to love. Even when suffering comes, humiliation comes, pain comes, success comes, joy comes. Remember, you are precious to him. He loves you.” (1982 commencement address at Thomas Aquinas College)
“How do we know that God loves us? There is a very beautiful word in the Scriptures in Isaiah where he says: ‘I have called you by your name, you are Mine. Water will not drown you, fire will not burn you. I will give up nations for you. You are precious to me. I love you. And if a mother could forget her child, I will not forget you. I have carved…
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