Corporal Works of Mercy
What are the Corporal Works of Mercy?
Acts of mercy and service that address the physical needs of others.
How can you perform the 5th Spiritual work of mercy? Forgive injuries.
Forgive those who have wronged us. Let go of anger and resentment.
What is Solidarity?
A communal responsibility to each other
Blessed are the poor in spirit, _____
For their is the kingdom of Heaven.
What do they teach us?
How many Corporal Works of Mercy are there
7
How can you perform the 3rd Spiritual work of Mercy? Admonish the Sinner
Correct those who do this that are harmful to themselves and others.
What is the life and dignity of a human?
A principal of catholic social teachings, Says that all human life is sacred.
Blessed are the Merciful, ____
For they will receive mercy
What is the Sermon on the Mountain?
Where Jesus told his followers about the Beatitudes.
How can you perform the Corporal Works of Mercy?
Help those around you, in their physical needs.
What are the Spiritual Works of Mercy?
Actions that help others spiritual needs
How can you care for Gods Creation
Respect the world around you, includes human, animal and plant life.
Blessed are the Meek, ____
For they will inherit the Earth
What is Meek?
Descriptive work for gentle, humble, and patient
How can you perform the first Corporal Work of Mercy? Feed the hungry.
Donate food to shelters, work at soup kitchen. ect.
How many Spiritual Works of Mercy are there?
Blessed are those who mourn, ___
for they will be comforted
How many Beatitudes are there?
Name the 4 of the Corporal Works of Mercy
Feed the hungry, Give Drink to the Thirsty, Clothe the Naked, Shelter the Homeless, Visit the Sick, Visit the Imprisoned, Bury the Dead
Name the 4 of the Spiritual Works of Mercy
Counsel the doubtful, Instruct the ignorant, Admonish the sinner, Comfort the sorrowful, Forgive injuries, Bear wrongs patiently, Pray for the living and the dead.
What are human rights?
Blessed are the peacemakers, ____
For they will be called children of God.
How can you live out "Blessed are the Peacemakers"?
Stand for peace, instead of violence or revenge.