Saint Francis was born at Savoy in 1567. After being ordained a priest he labored diligently for the restoriation of Catholicism in his country. Chosen bishop of Geneva, he showed himself as a true pastor toward his clerics and the faithful, strenthening their faith by his writings, works and example. He died at Lyons on December 28, 1622, and was buried at Annecy on this day.
Quotes from St. Francis de Sales
"Do not look forward to what may happen tomorrow; the same everlasting Father who cares for you today will take care of you tomorrow and every day. Either He will shield you from suffering, or He will give you unfailing strength to bear it. Be at peace, then, put aside all anxious thoughts and imaginations, and say continually: "The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart has trusted in Him and I am helped. He is not only with me but in me and I in Him."
"Great occations for serving God come seldom, but little ones surround us daily."
"Anxiety is the greatest evil that can befall a soul, except sin. God commands you to pray, but He forbids you to worry."
"For every great temptation there will be many small ones. Wolves and bears are more dangerous than flies, but we are bothered most by flies."