Following yesterday's Sunday's readings ( 5th Sunday in Ordinary time), drawing us to assist those in need as works of mercy. Let's remind ourselves what the council of Trent taught us regarding these works as way if Holiness.
1. Corporal Works of mercy
• Feed the hungry
• Give drink to the Poor
• Clothe the naked
• Visit the sick
• Visit the Imprisoned
• Shelter the Homeless
• Bury the dead
2. Spiritual Works of Mercy
• Admonish sinners
• Instruct the ignorant
• Counsel the doubtful
• Comfort the Sorrowful
• Bear wrongs patiently
• Forgive all injuries
• Pray for the living and the dead
_~* Dear friends, Holiness is built from these and other similar works_~*
The council of Trent taught also that above these works, the daily reception to the Most Holy Eucharist and devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary is core to Holiness.
I remain yours in Christ Jesus:
Rev. Deacon Samuel Muhanji Nyonje
Catholic Diocese of Nakuru
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