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Giving and receiving mercy is central to living a life of passion and is central to living the life God calls us to. We all need mercy at different times in our lives, and we all have an obligation to give mercy to others at different times in our lives. If you think about it, Gods mercy is overwhelmingly generous. He calls us to respond with the same spirit of generosity.

The perfect companion for the Year of Mercy called for by Pope Francis, Beautiful Mercy provides an encounter with the heart of God. By focusing on the seven spiritual and seven corporal works of mercy, it inspires readers to realize that extraordinary acts of love are possible for us allno matter where we are in life.

Once again bringing to light the genius of Catholicism, best-selling author Matthew Kelly has enlisted the help of twenty-four incredible authors who witness to the power of Gods mercy, provide simple, practical tips on how to be an instrument of that mercy, and bring hope to anyone searching for deeper meaning in life.

This book will touch the core of who you are. In the end, we all need Gods mercy. So, no matter who you are, no matter what you have been through, there is no better time than right now to rediscover the incredible power of Gods mercy.

Beautiful Mercy is an invitation to rediscover Gods unconditional love so you can share it with others.

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Copyright 2015 The Dynamic Catholic Institute Published by Beacon - photo 1

Published by Beacon Publishing.

ISBN (Hardcover): 978-1-942611-50-9

eISBN: 978-1-942611-55-4

Unless otherwise noted, Scripture passages have been taken from the Revised Standard Version, Catholic edition. Copyright 1946, 1952, 1971 by the Division of Christian Education of the National Council of Churches of Christ in the USA. Used by permission. All rights reserved.

Scripture passages marked NAB are taken from the New American Bible, revised edition 2010, 1991, 1986, 1970 Confraternity of Christian Doctrine, Washington, D.C. and are used by permission of the copyright owner.

Scripture passages marked CEV are taken from the Contemporary English Version 1991, 1992, 1995 by American Bible Society and used by permission.

Quotes are taken from the English translation of the Catechism of the Catholic Church for the United States of America (indicated as CCC), 2nd ed. Copyright 1997 by United States Catholic ConferenceLibreria Editrice Vaticana.

Introduction: An Invitation to Mercy excerpted with permission from Pope Franciss Bull of Indiction of the Extraordinary Jubilee of Mercy

Conclusion: Beyond Grumbling by Dr. Scott Hahn was excerpted from A Father Who Keeps His Promises: Gods Covenant Love in Scripture, published by Servant, an imprint of Franciscan Media. Used with permission.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

PRELUDE: WE ALL NEED A LITTLE MERCY

MATTHEW KELLY

Adam struggles to get out of bed each morning. It isnt until he completes his daily stretches that his right leg will loosen up enough for him to walk. He is just twenty-six years old, but his leg functions like that of a man much older.

Its been two years to the day since Adam was honorably discharged from the Marines. Injured in a firefight, he will always walk with a limp. He smiles, though, as he thinks about the day ahead. His parents are throwing a party to commemorate his return home. His whole family will be there.

He finishes his stretches and rests in a chair by the window. He pauses, takes a deep breath, and begins to pray. He thanks God for his wife and asks him to guide her in her day. He prays for his family and friends, each by name. He prays for all the men and women still in active duty. He prays for the conversion of his enemies. Finally he offers the pain he will feel in his leg for all the men and women he fought alongside who do not get to celebrate a return home the way he does. He prays for their souls, that they may rest eternally in the peace of God.

Adam winces as he rises and grabs for the cane by the bed. He joins his wife for breakfast and they begin the day together.

Thats beautiful mercy.

Every morning David wakes up at six thirty. Every morning, that is, except Friday. On Fridays he gets up at four oclock. He shaves, showers, and dresses for work. At five oclock he kisses his wife and checks on his kids before leaving for the day. As he looks at them sleeping in their beds, he smiles and says a quick prayer thanking God for his family.

On Fridays David serves the breadline in the city where he works. He puts on a smock, gloves, and a hairnet to serve those who do not have the means to provide for themselves. On any given Friday David can be seen serving the homeless, the working poor, addicts, and the mentally ill. Some say thank you, others thank God for him, and still others dont say a word, often returning his smile with a scowl.

Every Friday he looks forward to seeing the regulars, Jeff and Alex. After serving food for close to an hour, David is able to sit with them and share a cup of coffee. The trio share stories about their kids and favorite athletes growing up. All three enjoy the company far more than the coffee.

David isnt a morning person and doesnt enjoy the four a.m. wake-up call. He struggles to choke down the stale coffee and if he had a choice, he would never wear a hairnet. But every Friday, as sure as the sun will rise, he can be found serving the breadline.

Thats beautiful mercy.

Catherine and Howard have worked hard for everything they own in life; money doesnt come easily. Theyve done their best to raise their four children. Theyve sacrificed family vacations and dreams of a second car for baseball gloves, ice skates, books for school, etc.

The most challenging times came when Howard was periodically laid off from his job. He never hesitated to take whatever job was available so that his kids wouldnt have to suffer. In fact, theyll never know that there was a time when he worked as a garbage collector to ensure food was on the table.

Catherine makes curtains and sews clothing. Howard fixes cars and has mastered the houses plumbing system. Theyve counted pennies and made ends meet, never asking for anything in return.

One day, their youngest daughter, Samantha, comes home from school with news. The night prior, her best friend, Tanya, was thrown out of her house. Tanyas mother chose her new boyfriend over her daughter. Tanya is eighteen, alone, and on the streets, without a penny to her name.

Without hesitation, Catherine and Howard welcome Tanya into their home. They open their doors for her, will provide for her, and will find a way to make it work for their family.

Thats beautiful mercy.

Mary Anne fell ill with pneumonia at the age of eighty-seven. She survived but the recovery has left her bedridden. She is weak, no longer able to carry out the daily demands of feeding, washing, and dressing herself. She has gone from being an incredibly active and self-sufficient woman to depending completely on those around her.

Mary Anne has struggled with this transition in her life. Her self-worth was wrapped up in her ability to give. Whats the purpose of living life stuck in a bed? she would ask God. For the first time in her life, she has grappled with despair.

Nearly every day, despite an hour-long commute each way, Mary Annes daughter bursts in the door with a huge smile and a story to tell. Danielle has her mothers energy and joy for life. Mary Annes despair has met its match in Danielle. Together they laugh and talk through the hard reality of Mary Annes new life. Danielle helps keep some semblance of normalcy for her mother by dyeing her hair to cover the gray and painting her nails so she has something pretty to look at when the nights get lonely.

When asked by her husband why she feels the need to visit her mother so often Danielle responds by saying, simply, As a kid I went to bed every night knowing I was loved because of my mother. She deserves to feel the same way now.

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