St. Francis was convinced that conversion of sinners was a work of mercy that was more acceptable to the Father than any sacrifice, particularly if it was done in the spirit of perfect charity, more by example than by preaching, more by fervent prayer than by long-winded sermons!
Saint Francis of Assisi
Bonaventure - Major Life
Chapter VIII
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These poor guys must have had to sit through one of Deacon Jim Miller's sermons...LOL
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