lizabeth Ann Seton leaves us an intimate self-portrait through her many letters, notebooks, and diaries. She expresses her delight in nature, her devotion to family and community, her religious yearnings, and her devotion to children, as both mother and educator. Her words portray a woman on a life-long spiritual journey. Her words remain with us today — as words to live by.

The charity of our blessed Lord in the course of his ministry had distinct qualities... it was gentle, benevolent and universal.

All consideration must “yield to affection” for my William, and when I consider his vexations and cares, I bless my God who allows me to share and lessen them.

Once more I shall hold my dear ones in my arms. My dear fatherless children - fatherless to the world, but rich in God their father.

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