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Which are the chief spiritual works of mercy?

The chief spiritual works of mercy are seven: to admonish the sinner, to instruct the ignorant, to counsel the doubtful, to comfort the sorrowful, to bear wrongs patiently, to forgive all injuries, and to pray for the living and the dead.

Kinkead’s explanation of the Baltimore Catechism · approved historical edition.

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Thomas L. Kinkead; sixth edition; Benziger Brothers, copyright 1891. Printed page 208, question 222.

Michael Augustine, Archbishop of New York; nihil obstat D. J. McMahon; 1891-09-05.

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Which are the chief corporal works of mercy?

The chief corporal works of mercy are seven: to feed the hungry, to give drink to the thirsty, to clothe the naked, to ransom the captive, to harbor the harborless, to visit the sick, and to bury the dead.

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Thomas L. Kinkead; sixth edition; Benziger Brothers, copyright 1891. Printed page 209, question 223.

Michael Augustine, Archbishop of New York; nihil obstat D. J. McMahon; 1891-09-05.

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Tips for Praying

Ascension Presents · Fr. Mike Schmitz

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A brief starting point for building a faithful habit of personal prayer.

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Fr. Mike’s Tips for Praying as a Busy Person

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Practical encouragement for prayer amid work, family and a crowded day.

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How Do You Pray with the Bible?

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An introduction to turning attentive Scripture reading into prayer.

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Tips for Praying

Ascension Presents · Fr. Mike Schmitz · exact title, publisher and access checked 2026-09-11.

Fr. Mike’s Tips for Praying as a Busy Person

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How Do You Pray with the Bible?

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Matthew 25:31–46; short core 25:35–40

Matthew 25:31–46; short core 25:35–40

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Matthew 25:31–46; short core 25:35–40

Matthew 25:31–46; short core 25:35–40

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