The Works of Mercy: The Heart of Catholicism

The Works of Mercy introduces readers to the seven corporal and seven spiritual works of mercy, inviting readers to explore mercy in our everyday lives. James Keenan defines mercy as “the willingness to enter into the chaos of another,” and it is one of the central elements of the Christian faith. Over the centuries Christians have defined themselves by feeding the hungry, clothing the naked, and caring for the sick. The book explores the traditional works of mercy and also looks at how mercy enters into ordinary life, in the way we care for our families and the way we care for ourselves. The third edition features more inclusive language to resonate with readers of all backgrounds, new case studies and examples—from health care to the prison system, and new material on how Pope Francis and his papacy reflect mercy.

• On Wealth and Poverty
• Saints and Social Justice: A Guide to Changing the World
• Catholic Social Teaching, 1891-Present: A Historical, Theological, and Ethical Analysis (Moral Traditions series)
• Catholic Social Thought: Encyclicals and Documents from Pope Leo XIII to Pope Francis
• Moral Wisdom: Lessons and Texts from the Catholic Tradition
• The Gospel of Luke (Catholic Commentary on Sacred Scripture)
• The Inner Life of the Counselor
• The Works of Mercy
• The Deacon's Ministry of the Liturgy
• Sacra Pagina: The Gospel of Luke