Hey there,
In the 1993 film Groundhog Day, cynical weatherman Phil Connors (Bill Murray) reluctantly travels to Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania to cover the annual festivities. After being forced to stay overnight, he wakes up to discover he’s reliving the same day, February 2nd, again and again.
At first, Connors uses the endless loop for selfish gain. But over time, as the repetition wears on him, his outlook begins to change. He starts paying attention to others … their needs, their struggles … and gradually becomes a man who serves rather than takes. What begins as frustration turns into transformation, and it’s only when he learns to love well that the cycle finally breaks.
It’s a familiar lesson. Christian life calls us to that same kind of conversion … not all at once, but through daily choices to love, serve, and show mercy. Again and again, we’re given opportunities to begin anew.
In this issue of Genuflect, we visit the Corporal and Spiritual Works of Mercy and their essential role in Christian life. You’ll find a practical refresher on what they are, why they matter, and how to live them out, along with guidance on praying the Divine Mercy Chaplet and a closer look at a few often overlooked works of mercy.
The beauty of Divine Mercy is that no matter how many times we fall or repeat the same mistakes, God never tires of offering us another chance. And this Sunday is Divine Mercy Sunday … a powerful reminder of that truth, with the Church offering the opportunity to receive a plenary indulgence for those who turn to Christ with trust and meet the usual conditions. It’s an invitation not just to reflect on mercy but to receive it … and to begin again.
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Katy Barrilleaux
Founding Editor, Genuflect
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Works of Mercy Refresher
Just as the Lord is merciful with us, He calls us to be merciful with others. The Scriptures provide us with the Works of Mercy as God’s blueprint for how to do this. Here’s a refresher on the Corporal and Spiritual Works of Mercy.
The Richness of The Corporal And Spiritual Works of Mercy | Blessed is She
Works of Mercy Infographic
Here’s a downloadable Infographic of the Corporal and Spiritual Works of Mercy. Use it as a reminder for yourself and share it on social media to your friends and followers.
Infographic: The Corporal And Spiritual Works of Mercy | Catholic Link
Works of Mercy Obligation
Brother Andre Marie addresses the question of whether the Works of Mercy are obligatory to get to Heaven. Spoiler alert: the answer is yes. Here’s how we know.
Are The Works of Mercy Ever Obligatory? | Catholicism
Living The Corporal Works of Mercy
Here is a practical, step-by-step guide to living out the 7 Corporal Works of Mercy. It shows how everyday actions can become powerful ways to serve others and grow closer to Christ.
7 Amazing Ways to Live The Corporal Works of Mercy Throughout The 7 Weeks of Lent | ChurchPOP
Practicing Spiritual Works of Mercy
When we face our final judgment, one of the biggest factors will be our love of our neighbor. So it’s important to understand how to apply the works of Mercy in our lives. Here are 7 ways.
7 Ways to Practice The Spiritual Works of Mercy | Catholic Exchange
The Divine Mercy Chaplet
Saint Faustina received the message of mercy from God to spread throughout the world. The result was the Divine Mercy Chaplet, which provides mercy at the hour of death. Here’s how to pray the chaplet with your rosary and how to pray it as a novena.
The Divine Mercy Chaplet | CatholiCity
Forgotten Corporal Work of Mercy
There are 7 Corporal Works of Mercy. This one is probably one of the most forgotten and misunderstood. But it’s also one of the easiest to do … if you really understand all that it entails.
Don’t Forget About This Corporal Work of Mercy | US Catholic
Mercy For The Incarcerated
Visiting the incarcerated is one of the Corporal Works of Mercy. Teresa Coda shares her unexpected experiences with getting to know an inmate. And a couple of other ways to practice this one without actually visiting a prison.
Charity, Justice, And Mass Incarceration: How Visiting The Imprisoned Changed Me | Busted Halo
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