May 1st
I am firmly resolved to desire no other heart than that which shall be given me by this Mother of hearts, this Mother of holy love. O my God !how much do I desire not to lose sight, not even for an instant, of this gracious Star, during the whole course of my journey ! St. Francis de Sales.
Aspiration. Morning Star, pray for me.
Practice. Visit the altar of the Blessed Virgin,after having adored the Most Holy Sacrament of the Altar.
From the Month of Mary according to the Spirit of St. Francis de Sales, by Don Gaspar Gilli
May 2
Prayer. O most humble of Virgins, holy Mother of God, Mistress of life and Lady of the universe, teach me humility and the true love ofthis precious virtue. How great is the pride of my heart, who am but dust and ashes ; I have eagerly sought for the praises of men, when shame and confusion for my innumerable infidelities should have made me feel my nothingness ! Take pity on me, O Holy Virgin; banish the proud thoughts that arise in my soul, and let me imitate your humility here on earth, that I may be worthy to experience, with you, the truth of these words :The humble shall exult in the abundance of peace. Amen.
Aspiration: Pray for us, O most humble of all Virgins !
Practice. Endeavour to-day to neglect no opportunity of practising humility and charity.