Corporal works of mercy

• To feed the hungry.

• To give water to the thirsty.

• To clothe the naked.

• To shelter the homeless.

• To visit the sick.

• To visit the imprisoned, or ransom the captive.

• To bury the dead.

Spiritual works of mercy

• To instruct the ignorant.

• To counsel the doubtful.

• To admonish the sinners.

• To bear patiently those who wrong us.

• To forgive offenses.

• To comfort the afflicted.

• To pray for the living and the dead.