Day 246: Mercy and the Mystery of Sin (2025)

In this episode of "The Catechism in a Year," Fr. Mike Schmitz delves into Article 8 on Sin, specifically focusing on "Mercy and Sin," referencing paragraphs 1846 to 1853 of the Catechism of the Catholic Church. He emphasizes the importance of understanding sin in order to truly grasp the concept of God's mercy and forgiveness. Fr. Mike reads and elaborates on the Catechism's definitions of sin, highlighting that sin is an offense against reason, truth, and right conscience, as well as a failure in genuine love for God and neighbor. He also addresses the different kinds of sins, drawing from scriptural lists and discussing how sin wounds human nature and injures solidarity, while stressing that despite sin's darkness, Christ's sacrifice offers inexhaustible forgiveness.