These are based on the teaching of Christ and on Church practice since apostolic times.The corporal works of mercy are oriented toward the body. The spiritual works of mercy are oriented toward the soul.
Corporal Works of Mercy
The seven practices of charity toward our neighbor, based on Christ’s prophecy of the Last Judgment, that will determine each person’s final destiny:
Feed the hungry
Give drink to the thirsty
Clothe the naked
Shelter the homeless
Visit the sick
Visit those in prison
Bury the dead
Spiritual Works of Mercy
The seven practices of Catholic charity toward our neighbor’s soul:
Convert the sinner Instruct the ignorant Counsel the doubtful Comfort the sorrowful Bear wrongs patiently Forgive injuries Pray for the living and the dead