If people insult you and refuse to give you or your ministry alms, you should thank God for it, because you will be honoured before the judgment-seat of our Lord Jesus Christ for these insults. THE SHAME WILL BE IMPUTED TO THOSE WHO CAUSE IT, NOT TO THOSE WHO SUFFER IT! Alms are an inheritance and a right which is due to the poor because our Lord Jesus Christ acquired this inheritance for us.
Saint Francis of Assisi
THE RULE OF 1221
Chapter 9
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Good morning! My attempt to post to your wall failed. All of my e-friends and I communicate freely rather than merely appear to serve as advertising for one cause or another however meritoriously this may be. Enjoy your day. It's a royal gift! J.P.
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