[AnAmericanMother]

Archbishop Sheen told a great story about a man who was a lapsed Catholic, a dreadful sinner rejected by all his family, and a hardened atheist . . . he attempted for days to convert him, asking him to recite the words, "My Jesus, have mercy!" but the man refused with scorn.

Only later did he learn that, in the article of death, the nurses heard the man reciting, over and over, "My Jesus, have mercy!"

The good Archbishop seemed certain that God's mercy could extend even to such an one. And he ought to know.

[Frank Sheed]

Thanks both for sharing those stories!

I always see in my mind's eye the Publican, fearful to raise his eyes to God, beating his breast in the Temple and saying "Have mercy on me O Lord, a sinner." I think that God is found in such moments and I believe that Archbishop Sheen is correct in his assessment. God does allow for miracles of mercy.

The lines of the song are beautiful, Mrs. Tax. Thanks for that beautiful sentiment!

F