Resolutions at the Close of a Retreat
From St. Vincent's Manual, 1848 Tools
Source
| Printed in | St. Vincent's Manual |
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| Imprint | Baltimore (Philadelphia and Pittsburg also named on the title page), John Murphy ("Printed and published by John Murphy, No. 178 Market Street", Baltimore); also named on the title page: James Fullerton, 57 South Fourth St., Philadelphia, and George Quigley, Pittsburg, as sellers, 1848 |
| Scan | the Internet Archive copy |
| Transcription | Transcribed from the scan of the 1848 edition. |
| Rights | Public domain in the United States. |
- Prayers for
- amendment of life
I WILL always remember that the paramount concern which should engross my attention in this world, is to serve God, to save my soul, to fear an evil death, to prepare for the divine judgment, to avoid hell-fire, to secure the happiness of heaven. These considerations must always predominate in my mind.
I will often reflect upon the vanity of earthly things, the emptiness of worldly pleasures, and the brevity of human life.
I will mingle in social amusements and entertainments only so far as utility or the laws of charity may require.
Remembering that the wisdom of this world is folly before God, I will never suffer its distracting cares or occupations to interfere with my obligations to God.
I will guard against the influence of human respect, and discharge every duty, despite the observations of men.
In the practice of piety, I will endeavor to prevent it from assuming that repulsive character which might result from the indulgence of humor or singularity.
I will be careful not to contract debts beyond my means, and will observe the most scrupulous justice in all dealings with my neighbor.
In regard to the poor and suffering members of society, I will consider it a duty and a happiness to relieve their wants, according to my means.
I will approach the sacraments frequently, and shun the occasions of sin.
These resolutions, and others of a more particular nature, which I have formed during the retreat, I will read once a month, and animate myself to a faithful observance of them.
PRAYER.
O LORD! finish in me the work thou hast begun. Aid me in fulfilling the good resolutions which thou hast inspired; for without thee I can do nothing. O holy Virgin! powerful help of Christians! obtain for me the grace to accomplish what I have resolved, for the honor of thy divine Son. Amen.
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