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We reflect on Divine Mercy Sunday, emphasizing the infinite nature of God's forgiveness through the lens of Catholic tradition and scripture. I illustrate this mercy through the story of a soldier who found reconciliation just before death, highlighting that even a small opening to repentance allows divine grace. Central to the discussion is the institution of the Sacrament of Penance, in which Jesus granted the apostles authority to forgive sins, thereby establishing a priestly hierarchy to mediate peace. The narrative further explores St. Thomas's doubt, contrasting his need for physical proof with the blessedness of those who maintain faith without seeing. Ultimately, the homily serves as an invitation to recognize Christ’s suffering as a testament to divine love and a call to embrace spiritual life through belief.