The higher a person’s position in society the more he should help others without ever reminding them of his position.

St. Nicholas II, Czar of Russia

Let not one think, my fellow Christian, that only priests and monks need to pray without ceasing and not laymen.  No, no; every Christian without exception ought to dwell always in prayer.

St. Gregory Palamas

The fact that I am a monk and you are a layman is of no importance. The Lord listens equally to the monk and to the man of the world provided both are true believers. He looks for a heart full of true faith into which to send his Spirit. For the heart of a man is capable of containing the Kingdom of God. The Holy Spirit and the Kingdom of God are one.

St Seraphim of Sarov