Stories of Mercy
Using children's books to instill the Corporal Works of Mercy.
Stories of Mercy brings together our Children and Family Services team’s knowledge of child development, faith formation, and community connection. Through presentations, age-appropriate picture books, discussion, and prayer, children ages 3 to 12 learn about the Seven Corporal Works of Mercy and how they can care for and serve their neighbors.
What are the Corporal Works of Mercy?
Feed the hungry
Share food and remind our neighbors they are not alone.
Give drink to the thirsty
Offer water and care for basic needs with dignity.
Clothe the naked
Provide clothing that helps our neighbors feel safe and valued.
Shelter the homeless
Walk alongside neighbors experiencing homelessness and help create stability.
Visit the sick
Bring comfort, presence, and hope during difficult times.
Visit the imprisoned
Show compassion and remind every person of their God-given dignity.
Bury the dead
Honor each life with respect and care for grieving families.
A few suggestions
Featured books
Here are some of the books we love to read at our sessions:
- 1. Maddy's Fridge (Feed the Hungry)
- 2. Last Stop on Market Street (Feed the Hungry)
- 3. The Water Lady (Give Drink to the Thirsty)
- 4. Those Shoes (Clothe the Naked)
- 5. The Mitten Tree (Clothe the Naked)
- 6. Still a Family (Shelter the Homeless)
- 7. A Sick Day for Amos McGee (Visit the Sick)
- 8. Bear Feels Sick (Visit the Sick)
- 9. Visiting Day (Visit the Imprisoned)
- 10. Milo Imagines the World (Visit the Imprisoned)
- 11. Ida, Always (Bury the Dead)
- 12. Badger's Parting Gifts (Bury the Dead)