Spiritual Works of Mercy
The Spiritual Works of Mercy
The Spiritual Works of Mercy have long been a part of the Christian tradition, appearing in the works of theologians and spiritual writers throughout history. Just as Jesus attended to the spiritual well-being of those he ministered to, these Spiritual Works of Mercy guide us to "help our neighbor in their spiritual needs" (USCCA). (usccb.org)
At the St. Teresa Center, we strive to be the hands and feet of Jesus as we minister to the spiritual needs of all.
Counsel the doubtful
Instruct the ignorant
Admonish the sinner
Comfort the sorrowful
Forgive all injuries
Bear wrongs patiently
Praying for the living and the dead
Counsel the doubtful Instruct the ignorant Admonish the sinner Comfort the sorrowful Forgive all injuries Bear wrongs patiently Praying for the living and the dead
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Located in the heart of St. Tersa Center is St. John Paul II and St. Teresa Chapel. Client, Volunteers, and guests are welcome to visit the chapel for quiet prayer and reflection.
Holy Mass is open to the public Monday-Friday following Midday prayer at 12:00 p.m. Please join us!
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All women are invited to join us for the Women’s Bible Study on Mondays at 5:15 p.m. in the conference room at the St. Teresa Center. Bring your bible and open hearts!
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The Bonne Mort Society assists in providing free burial and services for the dead. A monthly Mass remembering those buried
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Oratory Don Bosco opened its doors to the youth of St. Martinville in August of 2018. Since then countless young people have attended “Bosco Nights” to learn about the faith, recreate with friends, and learn skills and trades. The oratory also hosts weekly after school tutoring sessions and an annual summer camp. All services are free!
Families can come by the Oratory on Wednesdays from 5:30-8:00 pm at 515 W. Port Street St. Martinville to register their children.
Volunteers are always needed!
How Can I Help?
St. Teresa Center is operated by committed volunteers. If you would like to volunteer, come by the Center Monday-Thursday from 9-12 and speak with one of our staff members, or simply call the Center at (337) 242-2174. We need help in stocking shelves, sorting food items, maintaining the buildings, cooking, cleaning, registration, yard work, etc. Donations of food items are accepted and very much needed. They can be brought to the Center during its hours of operation. Monetary donations are very much needed and are tax deductible.
Food Donations can be dropped at the Center: 600 S Martin Luther King Jr Dr, St Martinville, LA 70582
Monetary Donations can be mailed to: St. Teresa Center for the Works of Mercy, 103 Railroad Ave., St. Martinville, LA 70582.