Pope Francis has captured the world's attention with his seemingly counterintuitive approach to leadership. In "The Church of Mercy," readers get a first-hand look at Pope Francis's vision of the good news of Christian hope and mercy. Designed for a broad readership, this is a compilation of essays, speeches, and homilies by Pope Francis since his election on being a church that exists among and for the people, solidarity with the poor, and the need to demolish the idols of power and money.

Part one. The good news of Christ -- Part two. A poor church for the poor -- Part three. Listening to the spirit -- Part four. Proclamation and testimony -- Part five. Full-time Christians -- Part six. Shepherds with the "odor of the sheep" -- Part seven. The choice of the last -- Part eight. Demolishing the idols -- Part nine. The culture of good -- Part ten. Mary, mother of evangelization.