World Youth Day USA Guides Retreat Manual | Page 47

time they experienced Jesus’ mercy and in light of this,

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how they feel called to show others mercy. The focus of

life? How was it the same/different?

this talk is on our call to be merciful as Jesus was

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merciful. Some points for the participant to consider

What is my understanding of God’s mercy?

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When did I find myself needing God’s

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How did I experience God’s mercy?

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What did this teach me about God’s love for me?

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How was God’s mercy experienced as healing

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Reflect on how receiving mercy allows us to
be merciful to others.

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When I look around, whom do I notice that
is in need of Jesus’ mercy? How might I
respond to this need I see?

How did this merciful encounter with God impact
my relationship with God, with others?

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I am called to be merciful, but where and
how am I called to do this?

in my life?
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Who has shown mercy to me? When have
I received the compassion of others?

mercy in my life?
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What is my own understanding of
God’s mercy?

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