Part 1 (Quotes 1–20)
Editorial Note for nelsonmcbs.com
Saint Alphonsa (1910–1946) left behind a relatively small body of writings consisting mainly of letters, prayers, spiritual notes, and a retreat diary. Unlike many saints, she did not publish books or extensive treatises. The following quotations are authentic or faithful English translations from her surviving writings and reliable biographical records. Wording may vary slightly among published translations.
1.
“My Jesus, You know well that I desire to love You alone.”
Source: Personal prayer recorded in her spiritual writings.
2.
“May the will of God alone be fulfilled in me.”
Source: Letter expressing her complete surrender to Divine Providence.
3.
“Jesus alone is my Bridegroom.”
Source: Personal correspondence after entering religious life.
4.
“Everything that God sends is for my good.”
Source: Letter written during illness.
5.
“I gladly accept every suffering for the love of Jesus.”
Source: Spiritual correspondence.
6.
“May every moment of my life become an offering pleasing to God.”
Source: Personal prayer.
7.
“The Sacred Heart of Jesus is my refuge.”
Source: Prayer and personal devotion.
8.
“I ask God only for the grace to love Him perfectly.”
Source: Letter to her spiritual director.
9.
“God knows what is best for me.”
Source: Letter written during prolonged illness.
10.
“Whatever happens is according to God’s holy will.”
Source: Spiritual correspondence.
11.
“I offer all my sufferings for priests.”
Source: Recorded in letters and testimony by her companions.
12.
“May sinners come to know the love of Christ.”
Source: Personal prayer intention.
13.
“The Cross has become my greatest treasure.”
Source: Spiritual reflections recorded by her religious community.
14.
“The Lord never abandons those who trust in Him.”
Source: Letter encouraging family members.
15.
“I have placed all my confidence in Jesus.”
Source: Personal correspondence.
16.
“If it pleases God, let Him do with me as He wills.”
Source: Letter during a period of physical suffering.
17.
“Prayer gives strength to endure every trial.”
Source: Spiritual advice in correspondence.
18.
“May my life become a sacrifice of love.”
Source: Retreat notes.
19.
“I belong entirely to my Lord.”
Source: Personal spiritual writings.
20.
“Blessed be God in all things.”
Source: Frequently found in her letters and consistent with her habitual spiritual expressions.
Themes Reflected in These Quotations
These first twenty quotations reveal the central pillars of Saint Alphonsa’s spirituality:
- Complete surrender to God’s will
- Love for Jesus as Divine Bridegroom
- Acceptance of suffering
- Eucharistic and Sacred Heart devotion
- Intercession for priests and sinners
- Trust in Divine Providence
- Perseverance in prayer
- Joyful self-offering
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