Spiritual Works of Mercy
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Forgive Offenses - Forgive those who have offended us; reject all forms of anger and hate.
Admonish the Sinner - Do not judge, but be supportive in helping others find their way and correct their mistakes. Together we can learn to walk more closely with Christ.
Counsel the Doubtful - Help others to overcome the doubt that causes them to fall into despair and which is often a source of loneliness.
Bear Patiently Those Who Do Us Ill - God is so patient with us. Let us ask for the grace to have that kind of patience with others.
Instruct the Ignorant - Help to overcome the ignorance in which millions of people live, especially children deprived of the necessary means to free them from the bonds of poverty.
Comfort the Afflicted - Draw near to the lonely and afflicted.
Pray for the Living and the Dead Commend our brothers and sisters to the Lord in prayer. Prayer is one of the most powerful ways we can support others. Joining together in prayer for the living and the dead entrusts all of us into God's care.