What is Pope Francis’ favorite word? Judging by his papal motto, the title of his recent book and the name of the Jubilee Year he kicked off this past December, I’d be willing to put money on “mercy.” ...

First of all, let’s look at the definition of mercy. Mercy is showing compassion or forgiveness toward someone whom you have the power to punish or harm.

Fr Adam Purdy of the Society of St Pius X is currently teaching a series of adult catechism classes on The Legacy of Pope ...

The second spiritual work of mercy is to “counsel the doubtful.” We find this work of mercy throughout the New Testament, particularly in Saint Paul’s epistles. Generally speaking, each of Saint ...

“I’m not quite sure how to say this, but I think you’re crazy.” These words were directed to me by a friend I hold in high esteem. “I respect your right to your own thoughts,” he continued, “but if ...

At times we are called to gaze even more attentively on mercy so that we may become a more effective sign of the Father's action in our lives. For this reason I have proclaimed an Extraordinary ...