Corporal/Spiritual Works Of Mercy Flashcards
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Corporal Works of Mercy
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Acts of love that address the physical and material needs to others:
Feed the hungry
Give drink to the thirsty
Clothe the naked
Visit the imprisoned
Shelter the homeless
Visit the sick
Bury the dead
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Spiritual Works of Mercy
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Address the needs of people’s minds, hearts and souls:
Admonish the sinner (give correction to those who need it)
Instruct the ignorant (share our knowledge with others)
Counsel the doubtful (give advice to those who need it)
Comfort the sorrowful (comfort those who suffer)
Bear wrongs patiently (be patient with others)
Forgive all injuries (forgive those who hurt you)
Pray for the living and the dead
