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The Rerum Novarem was written by Pope Leo XIII on 15 May 1891 The main ideas the Rerum Novarem presented were that every human has a right to private property, workers should receive a fair wage and finally the importance of equality & protection for the poor.

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My God, I am yours for time and eternity - This line demonstrates the level of commitment Catherine had towards God, and how she would unconditionally love him and his teachings.
Teach me to cast myself entirely into the arms of your loving Providence - This shows how Catherine's was willing to devote her entire life to God because has huge amounts of trust and faith in him.
With a lively, unlimited confidence in your compassionate, tender pity. - This shows how much Catherine wants to learn and how much she trusts God.
Grant, O most merciful redeemer - God meant a lot to Catherine which is displayed in this line of her writing.
That whatever you ordain or permit may be acceptable to me. - This demonstrates that no matter what Catherine would always respect God decisions and to accept all of the choices he makes for his people.
Take from my heart all painful anxiety - All of the worries that Catherine has is able to be eased because she trusts that God will take away all their 'painful anxiety'.
Let nothing sadden me but sin - As Catherine devoted her entire life to God, she wants God to understand that anything evil wills added her. Anything that goes against one of his teachings is a sin.
Nothing delight me but the hope of coming to the possession of You. -  God is the centre of her life, he is the most important thing to here.
My God and my all, in your everlasting kingdom. Amen. -  Throughout this writing, she exclaimed how God is her all and the important role that he plays in her life.

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This prayer demonstrates how God is the centre of our lives, and all that we need. When we put our trust in God, it is more than enough. For us, God delivers a blessing and we need to appreciate the gifts he has provided us with.

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Letter to Teresa Purcell in Early 1841 - 4

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Letter to Teresa Purcell in Early 1841 - 4

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"The Lord and Master of our House and Home is a faithful Provider. Let us never desire more than enough – He will give that and a blessing."

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The Rerum Novarem Influence on Catherine - 5 

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The Rerum Novarem Influence on Catherine - 5 

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The Rerum Novarem inspired my chosen reformer; Catherine to assist those in need of financial support. This meant, she gave them a chance to have a job and a place to stay. Throughout Catherine’s life, she shared her caring selfless and religious life to those who needed who needed. “So that they who contribute so largely to the advantage of the community may themselves share in the benefits which they create-that being housed, clothed, and bodily fit, they may find their life less hard and more endurable" (Rerum Novarum). Although this is what was stated in the letter, she didn’t do these deeds to benefit herself; she did it to help the poor, homeless and educated women. Throughout the Rerum Novarum, its consists of 7 principles – many that Catherine responded to positively however two specific writing relate back to her life. Protection of the poor, this section discusses the classes and levels of the rich and poor and reflects the actions Catherine made throughout her life especially when she put all of her own earnings into improving the lives of others rather than herself. She was never asked to help the needy yet dedicated her entire life to working with the poor, homeless and uneducated women; developing society into a peaceful, religious and respectful environment. When someone’s rights and beliefs are in question, Catherine was quick to defend especially when it was the rights of women and the poor. For example, Women who were once living on the streets, were given the chance to stay at the House of Mercy by Catherine.

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The Rerum Novarem was written by Pope Leo XIII on 15 May 1891 The main ideas the Rerum Novarem presented were that every human has a right to private property, workers should receive a fair wage and finally the importance of equality & protection for the poor.

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Catherine's Prophetic, Kingly and Priestly - 6 

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Catherine's Prophetic, Kingly and Priestly - 6 

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Throughout Catherine McCauley life, she regularly participated in the Prophetic, Kingly and Priestly work of Christ by how she spoke and acted for the dignity and freedom of those less fortunate than her. She believed that every individual was equal and used this to empower her to make the world a better place for the needy. As Catherine’s dad died when she was young, his compassion influenced her entire life while her mum taught her independence, pride and charm. Catherine was a caring woman who felt a strong calling to devote her life to the service of the poor, the sick and the uneducated. She fully pledged her goal of opening a mercy centre and after many years of hard work she had established 14 houses.

Prophetic – Catherine embraced the prophetic role by using her power speak out against the injustice for women. During this time, women were treated really poorly, and often when in an argument with their partner; they are left homeless. Catherine made it her job to give them a place to feel stay comfortably. She also wrote about how this was unfair and that the issue need to be addressed and changed. Being the kind woman, she was, Catherine gave small jobs in the house of mercy to children.

Kingly – Catherine McCauley used her power to spread the word of God and the Catholic Church, across a large amount of people. In addition, many of the children who lived in the House of Mercy were brought up into the Catholic Faith.

Priestly – Catherine demonstrated a priestly role by devoting her life to helping those who were less fortunate than her. Throughout her life, she made many sacrifices which included donating money to others and giving up her free time to help the needy. Catherine McCauley was very selfless and is considered to be similar to a priest as she dedicated her life for the better of others.

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These prayers were significant throughout Catherines life as they highlighted her willingness to help those less fortunate. They also demonstrated the level of desire she had for others to be healthy. The prayers above show the significant amount of care

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Merciful Jesus, you inspired in Catherine McAuley a lively conviction of your enduring love. In times of need she and her companions faithfully entreated your help, and they were never disappointed. In this same confident spirit we come to you now.

Because you walked among us, you know our human experience. You have shared our joys and sorrows. You have healed and comforted us, sustained and renewed us. Be with us now in this time of need. Let us experience your loving presence as you grant us this favor we ask of you:

We also ask your blessing on our living and deceased family members, our sisters in community, our associates, companions and benefactors. Show them your loving kindness.

Encouraged by your care for us, we will with lively fidelity devote ourselves to the works of mercy. Through our good works, may your people experience your unceasing care for them. We ask all this through the intercession of Mary, your mother and the mother of Mercy.

Amen.

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Healing God, give strength and courage to ________________ as she/he patiently endures the suffering and pain of her/his illness.
Take from her/his heart all painful anxiety. Help her/him to place her/himself in the arms of your loving providence, trusting in your compassionate, tender love.

Blessed Mary and all the saints, gather round us as we pray for our sister/brother. May we reach out to her/him with compassion and support, bringing her/him comfort. Through your intercession may we all look forward to being united with you in God's presence.

Amen.

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How Did This Story Inspire Catherine McAuley About Her Work -  2

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How Did This Story Inspire Catherine McAuley About Her Work -  2

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This story inspired Catherine to help people who are in desperation of need, no matter whether they were inferior to her. Throughout the Miracle Story, Jesus used his power for the better of those around him rather than for himself. This demonstrates the amount of compassion they have to help those around them. Catherine had the same choice to spend the money she inherited on self-serving items, yet she chose to use it to establish the House of Mercy and help the less fortunate in their lifetime.

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Biblical Criticism World in Front of the Text - 2

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Biblical Criticism World in Front of the Text - 2

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This passage inspired Catherine Mcauley to set up the House of Mercy. In Catherines village, there were two women who were severely deprived of basic human rights; these can be related to the two blind men in the miracle story. Catherine gave these women back their dignity by letting them stay in her House of Mercy which majorly relates to when Jesus cured the men of their blindness.

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Biblical Criticism (World of the Text) - 2

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Biblical Criticism (World of the Text) - 2

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This passage is about Jesus who uses his power to heal two men of their blindness, considered a miracle story. On day, Jesus and his disciples were walking down the road with a group of people shortly following behind him. On the side of the road, were sitting two blind men who were shouting at him, "Lord, Son of David, have mercy on us!". This resulted in the crowd of people telling the two men to be quiet, expecting Jesus to agree walk past them however, Jesus calls back to the men and asks them what they wish for him to do. They tell Jesus that they want their sight back so Jesus touched their eyes because he felt sympathetic of them. Immediately, they were healed.

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Biblical Criticism Which Inspired The Reformer - 2

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Biblical Criticism Which Inspired The Reformer - 2

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Matthew 20:29-34 - Two Blind Men Receive Sight

29 As Jesus and his disciples were leaving Jericho, a large crowd followed him. 30 Two blind men were sitting by the roadside, and when they heard that Jesus was going by, they shouted, “Lord, Son of David, have mercy on us!”

31 The crowd rebuked them and told them to be quiet, but they shouted all the louder, “Lord, Son of David, have mercy on us!”

33 “Lord,” they answered, “we want our sight.”

34 Jesus had compassion on them and touched their eyes. Immediately they received their sight and followed him.

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Prayers That Nourished Your Reformer - 3

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Prayers That Nourished Your Reformer - 3

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Every morning and night, Catherine would recite prayers for those who lived in the house of Mercy. To go above and beyond, she would go to house of those who were ill and say prayers for them.

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Catherine McCauley was Born September 29th 1787 in Dublin, Ireland and passed away on November 11th 1814. During Catherine's early childhood, both her parents passed away leaving her and her brother to go and live with family relatives who didn't approve of her religion, yet they supported her mission and kept her Catholicity a priority. When Catherine had time to help, she would teach needlework and sewing to the young girls in her community that had poor lifestyles. This made her feel the need to do something, hence why she leased a property in Dublin and would use it to create a school for Girls. On December 12th 1831, Catherine McAuley alongside Mary Ann Dole and Mary Elizabeth Harley professed their religious vows as the first sisters of Mercy, beginning their congregation.

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Biblical Criticism (World Behind the Text) - 2

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Biblical Criticism (World Behind the Text) - 2

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This story of the two Blind men was written by Matthew, who is an author in the bible that wrote about Jesus' life since he was born. This story begins in city of Jericho; located near Israel, just to the North of The Dead Sea. During the time of which this text was created, having good health was seen as a reward for ‘right living/living by the rules and values of God’, however having an illness, such as blindness, was viewed as a punishment for your wrong. In addition, the people of this time thought and believed that you could be healed through the touch of Jesus hence why the audience understood that for Jesus to touch a person they would be immediately healed. Due to Jesus social status, for him to stop and help and inferior (in this case the blind person) was considered interesting for the public as most people would have been ignored because they were outcasts from society. As well as, they had got what they deserved because they had sinned against what was expected of them. In this story, Jesus goes against the general attitude and stops and asks them “What do you want me to do for you?", demonstrating the level of compassion he has towards his people. The blind men which were outcasts in society due to their illness, lead them to being viewed as sinners which explain why the crowd demanded them to be quiet when they called out to Jesus ("The crowd rebuked them and told them to be quiet”). However, Jesus went against the crowed, and listens; showing compassion towards them and as result heals them. After being touched, they stand up and follow Jesus which is a sign that they have been accepted back into the society.