 and that he has a right to do with them as he wishes, even though in certain circumstances it may require considerable sacrifice on their part. It would be very sad if someone were to turn a deaf ear to God's call so as not to upset his or her parents. And even worse would be the situation of the parents, for as St. Bernard says, the source of their consolation is the death of their child. It would be difficult to cause that son or daughter greater harm.