Works of Mercy

The Corporal and Spiritual Works of Mercy are actions we can perform that extend God’s compassion and mercy to those in need.

Corporal Works of Mercy

The Corporal Works of Mercy are these kind acts by which we help our neighbors with their material and physical needs. 

• Feed the hungry.

• Shelter the homeless.

• Clothe the naked.

• Visit the sick and imprisoned.

• Bury the dead.

• Give alms to the poor.

Spiritual Works of Mercy

The Spiritual Works of Mercy are acts of compassion by which we help our neighbors with their emotional and spiritual needs. 

• Instruct the ignorant.

• Counsel the doubtful.

• Advise the sinner.

• Bear wrongs patiently.

• Forgive willingly.

• Comfort the sorrowful.

• Pray for the living and the dead.

"For I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me drink, I was a stranger and you welcomed me, I was naked and you clothed me, I was sick and you visited me, I was in prison and you came to me.’   Mathew 25:35-36