Do
not grieve over the temptations you suffer. When the Lord intends to
bestow a particular virtue on us, He often permits us first to be
tempted by the opposite vice. Therefore, look upon every temptation
as an invitation to grow in a particular virtue and a promise by God
that you will be successful, if only you stand fast.
--
Saint Philip Neri
Saint
Philip Neri's patronage: Gravina, Italy; archdiocese of
Manfredonia-Vieste-San Giovanni Rotondo, Italy; Rome, Italy; United
States Army Special Forces; Mandaluyong, Philippines; Institute of
Christ the King Sovereign Priest; laughter; humor; and joy
