- Continuation of series in basic Catholic doctrine
- fits into efforts in adult faith formation
- Simple language--but basic and good information
- Modern, pithy writing style by a professional
- No up-to-date works on this topic available
- The Quality of Mercy: Thoughts on the Works of Mercy, Hugh Blunt, Bruce
- Reflections on the Law of Love, James Griffin, Alba House
- Rethinking the Spiritual Works of Mercy, Francis Eigo, editor
- With All Our Heart and Mind: The Spiritual Works of Mercy in a Psychological Age, Sidney Callahan, Crossroad