Lenten fish fries are a staple for Catholics. But they also reflect the corporal work of mercy of feeding the hungry. In a suburb north of Houston, Chris and Michelle Nelli lead their four children in ...

When Catholics hear about the works of mercy, they may think first of feeding the hungry, visiting the sick, or clothing the naked. These corporal works of mercy address the physical needs of others, ...

The spiritual works of mercy are inspired by the life of Jesus and the spiritual instructions he gave his disciples. The spiritual works of mercy are inspired by the life of Jesus and the spiritual ...

During daily Mass we are currently reading through chapter six of John’s Gospel. There is of course a glorious focus on the Lord’s true presence in the Most Blessed Sacrament. However, there is also ...

True or false? “You can’t just talk the talk—you’ve got to walk the walk.” Don’t answer just yet. True or false? “Don’t judge people by what they say—judge them by what they do.” Regarding #1: Yes, ...

I tend to read a lot. I read books and articles. Most of what I read concerns history, theology, and politics. Sometimes these topics are mixed and overlapping. Furthermore, I do not limit myself to ...

Find today’s readings here. Pope Francis is a big proponent of the corporal and spiritual works of mercy. These acts of service are especially appropriate during Lent, when many people commit to ...

A quote from Pope Francis: "The Christian life involves the practice of the traditional seven corporal and seven spiritual works of mercy. 'We usually think of the works of mercy individually and in ...

When was the last time you had a profound encounter with God’s mercy? The kind of encounter that radically reorients the way you see yourself, your relationships, and your faith. Now is your time.

Those of you who know me know that my primary spiritual gift, referenced in Romans 12, is that of prophecy, the ability to size up a situation and speak into it, often to the chagrin of people who don ...

“If our church is not marked by caring for the poor, the oppressed, the hungry, we are guilty of heresy.” – Saint Ignatius of Loyola. As Catholics, we are called to work toward bringing about the ...

The traditional seven forms of Christian charity in favor of the soul or spirit of one's neighbor, in contrast with the corporal works of mercy that minister to people's bodily needs. They are: ...