Marian Helper Winter 2015-2016

W orks of M ercy C ontest Do you know someone who is making a difference — big or small — in the lives of others? Let us know! Submit your “Deeds of Mercy” nominees to: [email protected] o r write to: “Deeds of Mercy,” Editorial Department, Marian Helpers Center, Eden Hill, Stockbridge, MA 01263. Corporal Works l Feed the hungry l Give drink to the thirsty l Clothe the naked l Shelter the homeless l Comfort the prisoners l Visit the sick l Bury the dead Spiritual Works l Teach the ignorant l Pray for the living and dead l Correct sinners l Counsel those in doubt l Console the sorrowful l Bear wrongs patiently l Forgive wrongs willingly What are the works of mercy? Father Joseph, MIC, is looking to highlight outstanding examples of works of mercy. Finalists will be featured in an upcoming issue of Marian Helper . The First Place winner and a guest will receive an all-expenses paid trip to the National Shrine of The Divine Mercy in Stockbridge, Massachusetts. Their visit will include: • Accommodations for a three-night stay at the National Shrine; • lunch with Fr. Joseph, MIC; and • a personal tour of the Shrine by the Shrine rector. Runners-up will receive a copy of the Diary of Saint Maria Faustina Kowalska, our “Jubilee Year Pack,” and The Second Greatest Story Ever Told, b y Fr. Michael Gaitley, MIC. M arian H elper • W inter 2015-16 •  marian.org 23