For the gate is small and the way is narrow, Matthew said in his Gospel. Admonishing the sinner is a spiritual work of mercy meant to be a gentle way of helping a person correct wrong choices or behavior. That person, in turn, can then choose to make amends for what they have done and help others not to make the same mistakes they made.
A straight and narrow path: Jail worker, former inmate help others improve lives
The mercy-filled life: Mother Teresa embodied what Pope Francis teaches
For many people, the Catholic Church’s Year of Mercy will reach its culmination when Pope Francis canonizes Mother Teresa Sept. 4, recognizing the holiness of charity, mercy and courage found in a package just 5-feet tall.
A ministry of listening
Having experienced spiritual direction — a practice that exemplifies the spiritual work of mercy, “counseling the doubtful” — Dawn Carrillo found herself intrigued with the idea of becoming a spiritual director herself.
Bishop Kettler calls for prayer, action in wake of violence
“Our faith teaches us that black lives matter, police officers’ lives matter — every life matters, because every human life is sacred,” the bishop said in a July 8 statement.
Pope thanks circus performers for bringing joy to often dark world
Hundreds of performers, family members and supporters gathered in the Paul VI hall as part of a two-day pilgrimage to Rome for the Year of Mercy.
Love, not some idea of perfection, leads to happiness, pope says
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Love and solidarity are what make the world a better place, not a focus on physical perfection and hiding away those who […]
Pope elevates memorial of St. Mary Magdalene to feast day
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Recognizing St. Mary Magdalene’s role as the first to witness Christ’s resurrection and as a “true and authentic evangelizer,” Pope Francis raised […]
Ignore the church schedule and serve the people, pope tells deacons
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Deacons are called to be servants who set aside their own self-serving plans and are generous with their lives, Pope Francis said. […]