History
The word “chrysologus" means “words of
gold,” so you can imagine how people loved to hear St. Peter Chrysologus talk
about Jesus. He was a bishop who shepherded people with love and understanding.
He also did many corporal works of mercy, because by caring for people’s bodily
needs, he was able to show them how much Jesus loved them. He taught people how
to become better Christians with simple, practical sermons, and he was later
made a “Doctor of the Church.”
Activity:
The Church teaches us that
there are seven corporeal works of mercy. "Corporeal" means "for the body." These seven works are:
- Feed the hungry
- Give drink to the thirst
- Clothe the naked
- Shelter the homeless
- Visit the sick
- Free the captive
- Bury the dead
It’s important that we all
do our part – even children can do most of these. Today, make a little booklet
to help you remember the corporeal works of mercy. Using these templates (or just make your own), draw a
picture showing how you can practice each of the corporal works of mercy, then fold the pages in half and staple them together. As a
family, plan for when and where you will do them.
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