Collected from Pope Francis' speeches, homilies, and papers presented during the first year of his papacy, The Church of Mercy is the first Vatican-authorized book detailing his vision for the Catholic Church. From how to be citizens of the world to answering God's call for evangelization, Pope Francis' deep wisdom reminds listeners that the Church must move beyond its own walls and joyfully take God's mercy wherever suffering, division, or injustice exists.
"A magnificent book, bursting with profound spiritual insights, from a man who has quickly become one of the greatest spiritual teachers of our time."
James Martin, SJ, New York Times bestselling author of Jesus: A Pilgrimage
"This collection offers fascinating insight into the mind and heart of someone who has rapidly become one of the world's most beloved public figures."
Publishers Weekly
"In a collection whose original Italian publication marks the first year of his papacy, Pope Francis gathers homilies, sermons, and brief essays that point to his most important concerns…Refreshingly humane, focusing on people rather than institutions. Admirers of Francis and students of church history alike will find this a useful introduction to the pontiff's thought."
