Why Catholic Indulgences Are Making a Comeback - TIME

This article, Why Catholic Indulgences Are Making a Comeback, from Time Magazine discusses renewed efforts by the Vatican to promote charitable works.

It's no longer enough to repeat a prescribed number of prayers; you also have to do good, such as volunteer at a soup kitchen, help resettle refugees or donate to a worthy cause. Much like how many high schoolers have to fulfill a community-service requirement, Catholics are being urged to become do-gooders. "The church's teaching has evolved," Walsh says. "Part of indulgences is not just saying special prayers, but also doing good works."