Live simply, so that all may simply live.
Elizabeth Ann SetonRead
I will go peaceably and firmly to the Catholic Church: for if Faith is so important to our salvation, I will seek it where true Faith first began, seek it among those who received it from God Himself.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the importance of seeking true faith and salvation within the Catholic Church.
In this quote, Elizabeth Ann Seton expresses her conviction to pursue the Catholic Church as the source of true Faith, as she believes that faith is essential for salvation. She highlights the importance of seeking this faith among those who have received it directly from God, indicating her desire to connect deeply with the original roots and teachings of Christianity.
Themes
FaithSalvationCatholicChurchTruth
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a sermon to inspire faithfulness to the Catholic Church.
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