Whatever you do for the least of my brothers and sisters, you do for me. Matthew 25:40

 

The primary focus of these groups and organizations is to serve the body of Christ.  These groups offer the corporal works of mercy in service to God’s people as Christ commanded.

 

The Corporal Works of Mercy:

1. Feed the hungry
   For I was hungry and you gave me food. Matthew 25:35
   
2. Give drink to the thirsty
   For I was thirsty and you gave me drink. Matthew 25:35
   
3. Clothe the naked
   For I was naked and you clothed me. Matthew 25:35
   
4. Shelter the homeless
   For I was a stranger and you welcomed me. Matthew 25:35
   
5. Visit the sick
   For I was ill and you cared for me. Matthew 25:36
   
6. Visit those in prison
   For I was in prison and you came to visit me. Matthew 25:36
7. Bury the dead
   The bodies of the dead must be treated with respect and charity, in faith and hope of the Resurrection. The burial of the dead ... honors the children of God, who are temples of the Holy Spirit. Catechism of the Catholic Church (#2300)