Touching God’s Compassion

Cardinal Thomas Christopher Collins was born and raised in Guelph, Ontario. During his time thus far in Toronto, Cardinal Collins has served the global church through his membership with the Pontifical Council for Social Communications, Congregation for Catholic Education and Commission of Cardinals for oversight of the Institute for the Works of Religion (IOR). He was elevated to the College of Cardinals as Cardinal Priest of San Patrizio on February 18, 2012.Bishop Gerard Paul Bergie was born on January 4, 1959 in Hamilton, Ontario. He was ordained to the priesthood on May 12, 1984 for the Diocese of Hamilton. He was named Auxiliary Bishop of Hamilton in July 2005 and ordained as a Bishop on August 24, 2005. He was named Bishop of the Diocese of St. Catharines on September 14, 2010 and installed on November 9, 2010.

This book is the result of the 2019 and 2020 National Catholic Missions, which are produced by the National Catholic Broadcasting Council (NCBC). His Eminence Thomas Cardinal Collins and the Most Reverend Gerard Bergie are the Mission leaders of the National Catholic Mission Talks featured in this study guide.We can experience God's compassion during different situations in our lives. The Sacraments of Baptism, Reconciliation, and Anointing are means by which the Church is able to bring God's compassion and healing touch to people in a very real way.Each chapter includes a transcript of the talk, prayers, reflection material, and discussion questions. This study guide is intended for use by individuals looking for a deeper understanding of the sacraments and their faith, as well as:¿ Catholic religion teachers¿ RCIA team leaders and members¿ Small faith groups¿ Parents, grandparents, and godparentsThis study guide may be used on its own or in conjunction with the video Mission talks of the National Catholic Mission, available at dailytvmass.com.