"Pope Francis' Unconventional Acts of Compassion During Holy Week"

Pope Francis, during Holy Week, emphasized the importance of "compunction," a sense of remorse and repentance for one's sins, as a healthy acknowledgment of wrongdoing and sorrow for its repercussions, rather than an obsession with feeling unworthy. He urged Catholics to embrace compunction as a spiritual practice, emphasizing its role in fostering repentance, solidarity with others, and a deeper connection with God. The pope also highlighted the significance of priests' ministry and the need for them to embody love, mercy, and intercession for those who have strayed.