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This London Catholic school uses its garden to feed homeless
A Catholic school in London has turned its horticulture lessons into meals for the homeless. Read more
In surprise 'mercy Friday' visit, Pope Francis blesses homes of Rome's poor
On Friday Pope Francis made a Year-of-Mercy style visit to a poor neighborhood on the outskirts of Rome, blessing the... Read more
Pope Francis: we all have doubts, but living the faith helps
While the Jubilee might be over, Pope Francis hasn’t stopped talking about mercy, telling faithful Wednesday that the works of... Read more
Pope reminds Catholics to practice what they preach
The spiritual works of mercy – especially teaching the faith and putting up with the annoyances of others – are... Read more
We have to meet people where they are, Pope Francis says
On Wednesday Pope Francis said that in order to be more like Jesus, we must not be indifferent to others,... Read more
The reality of poverty is challenging, but don't avoid it, Pope says
On Wednesday Pope Francis said that while donating money to charity might make us feel good, seeing real poverty in... Read more
Pope pleads for ceasefire amid 'inhuman conflict' in Syria
On Wednesday, Pope Francis begged for an end to the terrible conflict in Syria, asking for an immediate ceasefire to... Read more
How to live out the Year of Mercy, according to this English bishop
What is the proper Catholic response to the Jubilee Year of Mercy? Put simply, the answer is “action,” Bishop Richard... Read more
Pope Francis declares care for creation a new work of mercy
On Thursday Pope Francis yet again showed his knack for surprises and his openness to “newness” by adding the care... Read more
Vatican encourages works of mercy through new social media campaign
In honor of all “workers and volunteers of mercy,” the Vatican is encouraging those who volunteer in different service opportunities... Read more
The Good Samaritan isn't just a parable, it's a way of life, Pope says
On Sunday Pope Francis said the parable of the Good Samaritan isn’t just a nice passage to reflect on, but... Read more
Pope urges teens to practice works of mercy
Pope Francis has challenged young people to commit to practicing the corporal works of mercy in order to recognize the... Read more
Pope: Remember the spiritual as much as the corporal works of mercy
Speaking to the plenary assembly of the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith on Friday, Pope Francis spoke of... Read more
Editor shares life-changing Lenten challenge in new book
A New York-based Catholic editor says her experience with the corporal works of mercy two Lenten seasons ago transformed her... Read more
Works of mercy caress, bind Christ's wounds, Pope teaches
On the feast of Saint Thomas the Apostle, Pope Francis said that encountering Christ is done by reaching out to... Read more
Catholic University students use spring break to serve
Almost 100 students and staff at the Catholic University of America are giving up their spring break to take part... Read more
