Always bear in mind as a safe general rule that while God tries us by his crosses and sufferings, he always leaves us a glimmer of light by which we continue to have great trust in him and to recognize his immense goodness.

Joy is born of happiness at possessing what we love. Now, from the moment at which the soul knows God, it is naturally led to love him.

At times the spirit is willing and the flesh weak, but God wants the spirit more than anything else.

Peace is simplicity of heart, serenity of mind, tranquility of soul, the bond of love.

The earthly existence of Padre Pio was abundantly full of mysterious phenomena and events.

Padre Pio was perfectly aware of the day when he would die.

There can be no doubt that Padre Pio dedicated his life to prayer and suffering.

Compassion flourishes when we have nothing to protect and everything to share.

Every act of love is a new beginning, a new creation. To live compassionately is to believe in a love greater than ourselves yet intimately present to us