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What is the Year of Mercy

The Year of Mercy was called for by Pope Francis as an Extraordinary Jubilee. During the period of the Holy Year (8 December 2015 - 20 November 2016) Holy Doors at St Peter’s Basilica be opened along with Holy Doors at various location around the world for pilgrims to pass through. The Year of Mercy is a time that Catholic are called to reflect and act on the theme of Mercy in their daily lives.
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Here are some great Mercy resources from various places around the internet! For use in your school or parish community.

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What is the Year of Mercy

Pope Francis explains the holy Year of Mercy

What the Year of Mercy is ... and isn't

The Year of Mercy told in 60 seconds using LEGO

Pope Francis launching the Year of Mercy

What is the Jubilee of Mercy?

Everything you need to know about the Year of Mercy

Mercy always trumps judgment.

How to Celebrate Mercy

Put Mercy before judgment

The best thing you can do in the Year of Mercy

Pope Francis talk about what Mercy can do

Here is how to take part in the Year of Mercy

A practical guide to living the Year of Mercy

Events and Activities

Mercy prayers and activities resource packet

Year of Mercy resource ideas

Official Prayer of Mercy

Official Hymn of Mercy

Other Articles

Inauguration of the Jubilee of Mercy

Pope Francis opens the holy doors

Official website for the Year of Mercy

Year of Mercy resources from Ave Maria Press

Pope Francis on why the church needs Mercy