February 2011 – Permanent Prayer 4 Peace

28th February

[shashin type=”photo” id=”571″ size=”large” columns=”max” order=”user” position=”center”] At a fundamental level, as human beings, we are all the same; each one of us aspires to happiness and each one of us does not wish to suffer. This is why, whenever I have the opportunity, I try to draw people’s attention to what as members ofContinue reading “28th February”

27th February

[shashin type=”photo” id=”570″ size=”large” columns=”max” order=”user” position=”center”] By accepting yourself and joyfully being what you are you fulfill your own abilities and your simple presence can make others happy. Jane Roberts

26th February

[shashin type=”photo” id=”569″ size=”large” columns=”max” order=”user” position=”center”] There is no trust more sacred than the one the world holds with children. There is no duty more important than ensuring that their rights are respected, that their welfare is protected, that their lives are free from fear and want and that they grow up in peace.Continue reading “26th February”

25th February

[shashin type=”photo” id=”568″ size=”large” columns=”max” order=”user” position=”center”] On a group of theories one can found a school; but on a group of values one can found a culture, a civilization, a new way of living together among men. Ignazio Silone

24th February

[shashin type=”photo” id=”567″ size=”large” columns=”max” order=”user” position=”center”] Courage is the most important of all the virtues, because without courage you can’t practice any other virtue consistently. You can practice any virtue erratically, but nothing consistently without courage. Maya Angelou

23rd February

[shashin type=”photo” id=”566″ size=”large” columns=”max” order=”user” position=”center”] The non-violent approach does not immediately change the heart of the oppressor. It first does something to the hearts and souls of those committed to it. It gives them a new self-respect; it calls up resources of strength and courage that they did not know they had. FinallyContinue reading “23rd February”

22nd February

[shashin type=”photo” id=”565″ size=”large” columns=”max” order=”user” position=”center”] True Leaders are hardly known to their followers. Next after them are the leaders the people know and admire; after them, those they fear; after them, those they despise. To give no trust is to get no trust When the work’s done right, with no fuss or boasting,Continue reading “22nd February”

21st February

[shashin type=”photo” id=”564″ size=”large” columns=”max” order=”user” position=”center”] Since patience or tolerance comes from an ability to remain steadfast, to avoid being overwhelmed by adverse situations or conditions, we should not see patience as a sign of weakness or giving in, but rather as a sign of strength. Responding to a trying situation with patience andContinue reading “21st February”

20th February

[shashin type=”photo” id=”563″ size=”large” columns=”max” order=”user” position=”center”] The value of compassion cannot be over-emphasized. Anyone can criticize. It takes a true believer to be compassionate. No greater ;burden can be borne by an individual than to know no one cares or understands. Arthur H. Stainback

19th February

[shashin type=”photo” id=”562″ size=”large” columns=”max” order=”user” position=”center”] Until one is committed there is hesitance, the chance to draw back, always ineffectiveness. Concerning all acts of initiative, (and creation), there is one elementary truth, the ignorance of which kills countless ideas and splendid plans: that the moment one definitely commits oneself, then Providence moves too. AllContinue reading “19th February”